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How Can Hamas Capitalize on the Gaza Conflict for Information Warfare?

Reynolds Alex1 year ago08 mins

State-Sponsored Information Operations Amid Israel-Hamas Conflict As the Israel-Hamas conflict intensifies, researchers are closely monitoring potential state-sponsored information operations. So far, no significant coordinated cyber activity has been identified, but experts anticipate an increase in attacks as the situation continues to unfold. John Hultquist, chief analyst for Mandiant Intelligence at Google Cloud, warns of the…

Russia’s Expandings its Web of Disinformation Across Africa

Nguyen Michael2 years ago09 mins

Russia‘s Influence Campaigns in Africa A recent investigation by Microsoft has revealed Russia‘s active involvement in launching sympathetic media outlets, courting anti-French public support, and creating civil society organizations in turbulent African states. By capitalizing on the instability caused by coups in Mali, Guinea, Burkina Faso, Niger, and Gabon, Russia is employing various influence campaigns…

Meta Ramps Up Efforts to Combat Disinformation with Massive Account Shutdown

Nguyen Michael2 years ago010 mins

Mac Security Survey 2023 Reveals Insights on Cybersecurity Myths and Online Behavior of Mac Users As technology continues to advance, Internet security has become a pressing concern for individuals and businesses alike. Mac computers, known for their reputation as secure devices, have traditionally been favored by users seeking a more protected online experience. However, a…

The Great Wall of Disinformation: Unveiling the Largest Pro-Chinese Influence Operation in History

Reynolds Alex2 years ago08 mins

Pro-Chinese Influence Operation Uncovered: A New Frontier in Global Disinformation Campaigns August 29, 2023 | Beijing In a stunning revelation, Meta, the parent company of Facebook, disclosed the dismantling of the largest-ever cross-platform covert influence operation. This operation, described as unprecedented in scale and sophistication, relied on thousands of accounts across Facebook, Instagram, and other…

“War of Algorithms: Securing Democracy in the Age of AI Disinformation”

Nguyen Michael2 years ago011 mins

Government Secretaries of State Brace for Wave of AI-Fueled Disinformation During 2024 Campaign Rising Concerns over Misinformation and Deepfakes During the National Association of Secretaries of State Conference in Washington, Secretaries of State expressed their concerns about the potential wave of AI-fueled disinformation during the 2024 presidential campaign. They anticipate that misinformation and disinformation, particularly…

The Power of Location Intelligence in the Fight Against Disinformation

Morgan Sarah2 years ago06 mins

Location Intelligence Shines a Light on Disinformation In the age of social media, disinformation campaigns have become rampant and pose a threat to public health and safety. Disinformation actors use social media to spread false information, often targeting specific audiences, which can erode public trust, create political instability and battlefield confusion. To counteract such threats,…