From Validity to Inter-Subjectivity: An Argument for Reliability Signals in Search Environments
arXiv:2604.0118658.4
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This work addresses misinformation challenges for users of search platforms, offering a conceptual shift rather than incremental improvements.
The paper argues that focusing on claim validity is insufficient for addressing misinformation in search engines, proposing a shift towards reliability signals based on inter-subjectivity.
Search engines and information platforms are increasingly scrutinized for their role in spreading misinformation. Traditional responses often focus on detecting falsehoods or verifying the ultimate validity of claims. This paper argues that such a validity-centered framing is inadequate for the epistemic challenges of search environments.