A recent report claims Meta earned $338,000 from a pro-Russian misinformation network, Doppelganger, which targeted tens of thousands of users across Europe. The network, which began mimicking Western media to spread anti-Ukrainian sentiments, continued to operate despite sanctions against its parent companies. The report raises critical questions about Meta's adherence to international sanctions as it allegedly allowed sanctioned entities to publish advertisements. Analysts believe the actual volume of disinformation content may be much greater than reported due to limitations in the research focus.
Meta's failure to prevent the pro-Russian disinformation network Doppelganger from profiting $338,000 from Facebook ads raises significant concerns about compliance with international sanctions.
The operation, known since 2022, has thrived using sponsored content to target European audiences with anti-Ukraine messaging and misinformation against Western political figures.
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