Meta Bans Russian State Media in the Wake of Covert Influence Program
Briefly

Meta's action to ban RT and other Russian state media networks highlights its commitment to countering deceptive influence operations, particularly those aimed at affecting democratic processes like the 2024 election.
The Justice Department detailed how RT requested content that falsely implicated Ukraine and the US in a mass shooting, demonstrating the manipulative tactics used by these outlets to shape public perception under false pretenses.
Meta's ongoing efforts include a focus on dismantling the 'Doppelganger' initiative, which aims to diminish support for Ukraine through a network of fake news sites mimicking credible media.
The collaboration between Meta, EU Disinfo Lab, and Digital Forensic Research Lab in identifying and exposing deceptive campaigns reflects a larger commitment to maintaining integrity in information dissemination.
Read at Social Media Today
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