The claim
A supposed quote from the WEF managing director branding conspiracy theorists as more dangerous than terrorists is circulating online. But there is no evidence for this.
Our conclusion
Studies show that the quoted statement cannot be proven and is therefore false.
In times when misinformation spreads quickly, organizations like the World Economic Forum (WEF) are often targeted by conspiracy theories. A claim recently caused a stir: the managing director of the WEF, Saadia Zahidi, is said to have described conspiracy theorists as more dangerous than terrorists.
However, this statement, which was shared on social networks and various platforms, cannot be verified. The origin of this false report can be traced back to the website “The People's Voice” , a source that has already attracted attention in the past for spreading disinformation.
What is it about?
The widespread hoax quotes Zahidi as saying that conspiracy theorists need to be “crushed” to keep a global elite in possession of the truth. However, this claim has no real basis. Such statements cannot be verified either in interviews or in official WEF publications or by Saadia Zahidi
Our assessment of the topic
Careful examination reveals that the attributed quote does not exist. It cannot be proven either in public appearances or in documentation from the WEF. The spread of this hoax appears to be part of a broader strategy to incite distrust in established institutions.
Facts on the topic
In fact, the WEF's Global Risks Report highlights disinformation as one of the biggest threats in the coming years. However, conspiracy theorists are not mentioned in the way claimed. Rather, the focus is on the general problem of mis- and disinformation, without branding specific groups as more dangerous than terrorists. The incorrect attribution of the quote to Zahidi and the resulting disinformation therefore contradict the actual content of the report.
Question 1: Was the quoted statement from the WEF managing director real?
Answer 1: No, there is no evidence to support the statement.
Question 2: What does the Global Risks Report say about disinformation?
Answer 2: The report identifies disinformation as a top threat.
Question 3: Is terrorism considered the biggest threat?
Answer 3: No, the report sees the biggest threats over the next decade as related to climate change.
Question 4: Is The People's Voice a reliable source?
Answer 4: No, the site is known for spreading disinformation.
Question 5: Have similar false reports about the WEF been spread before?
Answer 5: Yes, disinformation about the WEF and Klaus Schwab has already been refuted several times.
Conclusion on the alleged WEF quote
The spread of the false quote from the WEF managing director is an example of the mechanisms of disinformation. A close review of the facts shows that there is no basis for the claim. Such false reports undermine trust in institutions and increase the polarization of society. It is crucial to critically question sources and rely on verified information.
Source: DPA
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