"Sir Sadiq Khan warned that London is facing a 'dark blizzard of disinformation' online, with social media companies allowing organized networks to profit from a 'division dividend'."
"Research commissioned by the Greater London Authority found a sharp rise in narratives framing London as a 'fallen city', with online activity describing it as dangerous increasing by 150 to 200%."
"The analysis identified coordinated efforts by UK-based extreme right-wing groups and accounts aligned with foreign state interests to amplify claims about London's decline."
"One network based in Vietnam used AI-generated imagery and impersonated local media outlets to spread emotive content to over one million followers, showcasing the tactics used in disinformation campaigns."
London is experiencing a surge in online disinformation, with social media companies allowing organized networks to profit from division. Research indicates that hostile actors, including foreign states and far-right groups, are framing London as a declining city. Online narratives depicting London as dangerous have increased by 150-200%, while migration-related claims surged by over 350%. The study identified coordinated efforts by extreme right-wing groups and foreign interests to amplify these negative portrayals. Encrypted messaging apps are key channels for spreading disinformation, highlighting the need for greater transparency from social media platforms.
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