Meta's recent ban of RT and other Russian state media stems from evidence of deceptive tactics used in covert influence operations online. The ban aligns with actions taken against RT employees charged with money-laundering for election manipulation.
One alarming incident involved RT commissioning a video that falsely implicated Ukraine and the United States for a mass shooting in Moscow, despite the Islamic State claiming responsibility.
Meta has been actively countering Russian disinformation efforts, particularly the "Doppelganger" initiative designed to undermine global support for Ukraine, showcasing the company's commitment to combating false narratives.
Nearly two years ago, Meta was proactive in identifying the "Doppelganger" operation which involved a network spoofer websites that mimicked legitimate news sources, and the company's early reporting on this was pivotal in identifying Russian influence operations.
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