#RussianDisinformation

Telegram CEO was ‘too free’ on content moderation, says Russian minister

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September 2, 2024 at 12:41PM Telegram CEO Pavel Durov faced charges after arrest in France, criticized by Russia’s foreign minister for not heeding Western advice on content moderation. Despite support in Russia and French president’s denial of political motivation, Durov released on bail, barred from leaving France. Telegram asserts compliance with EU laws and industry … Read more

U.S. Seizes Domains Used by AI-Powered Russian Bot Farm for Disinformation

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July 12, 2024 at 04:37AM The U.S. Department of Justice seized domains and searched social media accounts used by Russian threat actors to spread pro-Kremlin disinformation. The bot network, allegedly sponsored by the Kremlin, aimed to further Russian interests by creating fictitious online personas. The operation marks the first time the U.S. publicly attributed a … Read more