An ICT firm, iShot-It App Integrated, has unveiled a new mobile application, iShot-It App, to help verify fake news and curb misinformation.
The firm introduced the innovation at a press conference on Tuesday in Abuja.
Mr Johnbull Igwe, Chief Executive Officer of the firm, stated that the app was designed to support efforts against fake news and misinformation. He added that the technology also features functions that reward users involved in content creation.
He explained that when users capture photos and videos through the app, the content is authenticated with geo-location coordinates, date, and time stamps.
According to Igwe, fake news and misinformation are twin challenges that continue to cause reputational harm in the digital space, noting that iShot-It App provides a timely and effective solution.
“It supports organic content creators, who can sell their content to media houses or be directly rewarded by the app developer through new features being introduced in the coming days.
“At its core, iShot-It is about ownership and trust. Every photo and video captured through the app is embedded with precise geo-location data, date, and time stamps.
“This creates a digital seal of authenticity that cannot be altered, ensuring that your content whether it’s a breaking news report or a personal blog post carries verifiable truth.
“With iShot-It, your audience experiences the real narrative, tied to the exact place and time it occurred.”
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He further noted that journalists, bloggers, and everyday citizens can now present unassailable evidence to reinforce their credibility. The app also allows users to share authentic experiences and connect with others genuinely, while business owners can showcase their products and services transparently, thereby fostering trust with customers.
In her remarks, media executive and partner at iShot-It App Integrated, Ms Blessing Ogwo, described the innovation as a tool that bridges the credibility gap in digital storytelling.
“iShot-It App is all about ownership and trust. It empowers users journalists, bloggers, and everyday citizens to authenticate their stories with undeniable evidence,” she said.
She added that the app includes features such as likes, comments, shares, direct messaging, and more, enabling users to engage with their content securely.
