disinformation
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Facebook And Twitter: It Sure Looks Like China’s Spreading Bullshit About Hong Kong Protesters
Social media giants Facebook and Twitter this week disclosed their responses to what they characterised as coordinated disinformation campaigns originating in China — specifically tied to pro-democracy demonstrations in Hong Kong — that they believe may be linked to the Chinese government.
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Facebook Removes 5 Accounts Tied To Shady Disinformation Tactics In Alabama Special Election
Following an investigation by the New York Times that revealed a group of researchers mirrored tactics used by the Russians to oppose Republican candidate Roy Moore in last year’s special election in Alabama, Facebook has reportedly closed the accounts of several individuals involved with the effort.