About

About Neo Momentum

An independent research organization studying how online dynamics shape political conflict, and how evidence can steer them toward healthier outcomes.

Overview

Neo Momentum, established in 2021, is dedicated to fostering actionable knowledge and driving positive societal change through modern research and analysis.

Specializing in interdisciplinary studies, advanced data analytics, and social media monitoring, we address issues like online violence and political conflict, while supporting policy development, social engagement, and responsible digital practices.

We collaborate with diverse partners, including businesses, civil society, and academic institutions, to drive sustainable social transformation.

We strive to drive sustainable change through research excellence and innovation, building a better society in the digital era.

Vision

To lead in creating impactful knowledge that informs policymaking, shapes public discourse, and promotes digital responsibility.

Mission

To conduct innovative and cutting-edge research, develop effective solutions to address societal challenges, and foster knowledge sharing while building strong networks that drive meaningful and sustainable social impact.

Meet the people behind the research.

Meet the team

In the News

Neo Momentum in the News

A collection of news coverage and articles from external media referencing our organization, research, and team.

News & Events

Coverage of talks, forums, and meetings where we presented our research.

Digital Thinkers Forum #33 discussion panel

19 December 2025 · Wintree Hotel, Chiang Mai

Digital Thinkers Forum #33, “Countering AI Hallucinations with Collective Intelligence to Build Resilience in the AI Era” [AI Hallucinations vs. Digital Resilience]

The article reports on our presentation, Lessons from the 2023 Election Information War, highlighting the key findings we shared on the evolution of Thailand’s online political information environment between 2023 and 2025. It summarizes our analysis of how emotions have driven the spread of misleading information and presents our recommendation that responses to misinformation should address the emotional factors behind information sharing alongside conventional fact-checking.

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Roundtable discussion at the Parliament building

27 November 2025 · Meeting Room B 1-2, Parliament Building, Bangkok

Roundtable Discussion, “Fact-Checking Approaches for a Fair 2026 Election Based on the Fact Free Fair Principle,” co-organized by the House Standing Committee on Political Development, Mass Communication and Public Participation

At the event, we presented our research, The Digital Political Landscape and the Fragility of Thailand’s Democratic Process. We highlighted how Thailand’s digital political communication landscape has changed significantly since the 2023 general election. The focus of online attacks has shifted from political parties and policy issues toward individual political figures and political institutions. Our findings also showed that negative emotions, particularly anger and fear, have become key drivers of public reactions and engagement with information across digital platforms.

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Digital Thinkers Forum #30 morning panel

15 October 2025 · Thammasat University, Tha Prachan

Digital Thinkers Forum #30, “Confronting the Information War, Lessons from October to the AI Era” [Information Armageddon vs. Information Integrity]

During the morning panel discussion at the event, we presented findings showing that facts alone may not be enough in tense conflict situations, since people’s emotions strongly influence how they perceive, interpret, and decide to believe information.

Research Utilization

Articles that cite or draw on our research data and findings.

Prachatai article cover on the Thailand-Cambodia information conflict

Prachatai · 9 April 2026

Multiverse of Spin, Universe of Fake News: How TV and Social Media Fueled Bias in the Thailand-Cambodia Conflict

The article cites findings from our research project, Why Is There So Much Anger?: Exploring Emotional Landscapes and Online Narratives Amid Thailand–Cambodia Border Tensions. Specifically, it draws on our analysis of data from X to illustrate trends in the use of hashtags related to the Thailand–Cambodia conflict and the posting frequency of accounts that actively amplified these hashtags. The data and visualizations we co-produced were used to support the article’s analysis of the role of mainstream media in shaping and amplifying conflict-related narratives on social media.

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Cofact special report cover on online hatred during the border conflict

Cofact, Editorial Team · 30 June 2025

Special Report: How Much Anger and Hatred Filled the Online World During the Latest Thailand-Cambodia Border Conflict

The article presents the findings from our research project, Why Is There So Much Anger?: Exploring Emotional Landscapes and Online Narratives Amid Thailand–Cambodia Border Tensions. It summarizes our analysis of data from X, including the emotional characteristics of online discussions, the distribution of hate speech severity, key discussion topics, and the behavior of influential accounts that shaped online communication during the Thailand–Cambodia border tensions.

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Thai PBS Decode article cover on algorithms and online violence

DECODE, Thai PBS · 18 June 2025

The Algorithm of Sexual Violence: In a World Where Big Tech Wields State-Like Power, Who Draws the Line on Freedom

The article cites our joint research with CoFact Thailand to highlight the increasing prevalence of malinformation and other harmful online content following Thailand’s 2023 general election and the 2025 local elections. Our findings are used as background evidence in the introduction to illustrate these broader trends.

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