Spreading

Spreading is the process of something extending over a larger area or affecting more people. It is a term used to describe the dissemination of information, the spread of disease or fire, or the proliferation of malware.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news as a descriptor for the progression of Joe Biden's cancer, the movement of wildfires, the viral spread of misinformation, and the distribution of computer viruses.

Latest on Spreading

• Joe Biden’s prostate cancer is spreading and causing him pain, son Hunter says
• Spain lets wildfire evacuees return but France fears flames spreading
• Some 260 fake Jack Ma videos spreading falsehoods about Singapore on YouTube: CNA investigation
• Brazilian Banking Trojan Actively Spreading in Portugal
• AI chatbots are at risk of spreading government restrictions on online speech, a new study says
• Ocean rift zone saw spreading happen in a sudden burst

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