#InauthenticBehavior

3-Year Iranian Influence Op Preys on Divides in Israeli Society

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May 8, 2024 at 06:39PM Iran has been conducting a yearslong influence operation in Israel, with three distinct phases targeting societal and political divisions. Recorded Future’s Insikt Group identified the operation, called “Emerald Divide,” as likely state-backed and confirmed its use of AI and social media impersonation. The operation’s focused, targeted approach has proven effective, … Read more

Today’s ‘China is misbehaving online’ allegations come from Google, Meta

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November 30, 2023 at 10:06PM Meta reported it removed over 4,700 Facebook accounts engaged in inauthentic behavior, with some China-related content targeting India and Tibet. Google noticed increased sophisticated cyberattacks from China against Taiwan and various industries, tracking over 100 Beijing-backed groups. Both companies suggest China’s active use of cyber strategies to further its interests … Read more