COVID 19: What to believe?
b'The spread of the coronavirus around the world has prompted another kind of spread: that of misinformation on the internet \\u2013 particularly on YouTube. The wildly popular video platform has taken steps in recent weeks to crack down on potentially dangerous content on its platform, including videos that contain false or unverified information about the transmission of COVID-19, those that promote unsubstantiated cures, or encourage people to ignore official guidance. But questions still circulate about how YouTube prioritizes videos users see. Brad can take you through how videos like this can lull people into a false sense of security, and can give you his analysis of the psychology behind conspiracy thinking. ABC News Crime & Terrorism Analyst Brad Garrett takes a look with Tony.'