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Storm-1516’s Hungary disinformation push casts conscription as a political weapon
world11 hours ago

Storm-1516’s Hungary disinformation push casts conscription as a political weapon

Researchers say a Russian propaganda network called Storm-1516 spread a false claim that Hungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar would reintroduce conscription, using fake Euronews-style reports, counterfeit websites, and targeted Facebook ads to reach tens of thousands in Hungary and abroad; the campaign aims to discredit Magyar and his Tisza party and mirrors Storm-1516’s broader operations seen in the US and Germany, with no evidence that Fidesz is behind it.

via Euronews.com|
#disinformation#elections#hungary
Trump cheers FCC license crackdown on Iran-war coverage
politics26 days ago

Trump cheers FCC license crackdown on Iran-war coverage

President Trump said he was 'so thrilled' by FCC Chair Brendan Carr's warning that broadcasters could lose their licenses if they spread 'hoaxes and distortions' about the Iran war, accusing outlets of using AI-generated content from Tehran to distort reality; Carr argued licenses must serve the public interest and are not a guaranteed property right, as Trump criticized media outlets and downplayed Iranian strikes.

via New York Post|
#carr#disinformation#fcc
Foreign bot networks amplified the Bad Bunny Super Bowl controversy
technology1 month ago

Foreign bot networks amplified the Bad Bunny Super Bowl controversy

A GUDEA study analyzed millions of Bad Bunny posts from over a million accounts across 32 platforms (Jan. 14–Feb. 10) and found that just 3.7% of accounts generated about 25.85% of the content, with foreign bots largely driving the outrage around the Super Bowl halftime show to sow political and cultural division. The report argues the goal was to destabilize trust and prolong controversy, a tactic seen in prior disinformation campaigns and potentially impacting advertisers as misinformation spreads.

via Page Six|
#bad-bunny#bots#disinformation
AI-driven misinformation surges in Mexico after cartel leader's death
world1 month ago

AI-driven misinformation surges in Mexico after cartel leader's death

After the army killed Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, aka El Mencho, violence erupted in about 20 states with more than 70 killed, but the internet also flooded with AI-generated disinformation—fake videos and posts about airports seized or people hostage—fueling fear as residents sheltered in place. Officials logged 200–500 problematic posts since Sunday, with 35–40% lacking context, ~25% misleading, and ~25% AI-manipulated, some surpassing 100,000 views. Experts say cartels are becoming tech-savvy and weaponizing misinformation, while authorities and the U.S. embassy work to debunk.

via AP News|
#ai-generated-content#cartel-violence#disinformation
world1 month ago

AI-driven misinformation sparks fear after El Mencho's killing in Mexico

After the operation that killed Mexico’s most powerful drug lord El Mencho, social media overflowed with AI-generated videos and false claims, fueling panic even as authorities warned the public and worked to debunk misinformation. Officials counted 200–500 problematic posts—35–40% lacking context, about 25% misleading, and 25% AI-manipulated—with some posts suggesting airports were seized or hostages taken. Experts say the Jalisco cartel and others are leveraging online tools to amplify chaos, while many Mexicans learned of events through chat groups and X.

via Politico|
#ai#disinformation#jalisco-new-generation-cartel
Cyabra Finds Bot Army Amplified Nicki Minaj’s MAGA Push
politics1 month ago

Cyabra Finds Bot Army Amplified Nicki Minaj’s MAGA Push

A Cyabra analysis shared with Politico concludes that roughly 33% of the more than 55,000 accounts engaging Nicki Minaj’s MAGA‑related posts on X between Nov. 11 and Dec. 22 were likely fake, suggesting a coordinated bot campaign to boost her political content. The report notes linguistic uniformity among the fake accounts, overlap with Turning Point USA, and that some authentic influencers amplified the message. Minaj’s team and Cardi B rejected the bot claims, arguing Minaj already has a large organic following and that Cyabra’s conclusions indicate a broader strategy to manufacture broad endorsement.

via Rolling Stone|
#bots#cyabra#disinformation
politics1 month ago

Bot army helped Nicki Minaj surge into conservative spotlight, analysis shows

Cyabra’s analysis, shared with POLITICO, found about 18,000 fake or coordinated accounts amplifying Nicki Minaj’s conservative-leaning posts on X from Nov. 11 to Dec. 28, boosting her visibility and attracting praise from Trump allies; the activity included high-volume, repetitive replies and coordinated content from both fake and authentic conservative influencers, suggesting a deliberate effort to seed MAGA messaging in entertainment circles. Minaj’s reps did not comment.

via Politico|
#bots#disinformation#nicki-minaj
UN Experts Refute EU Push to Oust Gaza Remarks Special Rapporteur
politics1 month ago

UN Experts Refute EU Push to Oust Gaza Remarks Special Rapporteur

A UN review committee dismissed antisemitism allegations against Francesca Albanese, the UN special rapporteur on the occupied Palestinian territories, as rooted in disinformation and a doctored video. Several EU governments had urged her resignation over Gaza remarks, but the experts called the push manufactured and not a formal finding. Albanese says she did not label Israel humanity’s enemy, and the committee notes there has been no formal complaint; the matter is to be revisited at a upcoming UN Human Rights Council meeting amid broader calls for accountability, with US sanctions on Albanese noted in context.

via politico.eu|
#antisemitism-allegations#disinformation#human-rights-council
AI Deepfakes Threaten Holocaust Memory on Remembrance Day
world2 months ago

AI Deepfakes Threaten Holocaust Memory on Remembrance Day

On International Holocaust Remembrance Day, experts warn that AI-generated images and content are proliferating online, distorting the history of Nazi crimes and trivializing victims. Memorials say such “AI slop” can shift victim/perpetrator narratives and fuel revisionism, prompting calls for social platforms to label AI imagery and remove or de-monetize harmful content. German officials support ethical standards and platform responsibility as AI advances threaten memory preservation and public understanding.

via CBS News|
#ai-misinformation#disinformation#holocaust
Iran Protests and Rumors of Escalating Airlifts Amid Regime Concerns
world3 months ago

Iran Protests and Rumors of Escalating Airlifts Amid Regime Concerns

During ongoing protests in Iran, various rumours have circulated widely on social media, including claims of gold transfers to Russia, Iranian officials fleeing the country, and the Supreme Leader planning to escape to Russia, but most lack credible evidence and should be viewed skeptically. The spread of such misinformation can influence public perception and protest dynamics.

via Euronews.com|
#disinformation#iran-protests#iranian-government