#foreign-influence
#foreign-influence

SF politics

Why one California congressman split with the his party on a bill to curb foreign influence in higher education

The DETERRENT Act aims to limit foreign influence in U.S. universities by requiring reporting of foreign gifts over $50,000.

The vote divided Orange County's lawmakers, with differing views on national security and concerns about privacy.

Artificial intelligence

fromwww.cnn.com

fromwww.independent.co.uk

US intel says AI is boosting, but not revolutionizing, foreign efforts to influence the 2024 elections | CNN Politics

AI aids foreign influence operations but is not yet a revolutionary tool for threats against the U.S. elections.

Concerns remain about AI-generated disinformation from foreign powers, especially driven by Iran and Russia.

UK news

4 months ago

Chinese businessman with ties to Prince Andrew banned from UK over security fears

The investigation highlights national security concerns regarding foreign influence in UK politics via close ties with influential figures.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

4 days ago

US news

Trump Order on Foreign Gifts Could Mean More Funding Cuts

Colleges must prepare for scrutiny regarding foreign funding as Trump calls for transparency under Section 117 of the Higher Education Act.

fromwww.ocregister.com

SF politics

Why one California congressman split with the his party on a bill to curb foreign influence in higher education

The DETERRENT Act aims to limit foreign influence in U.S. universities by requiring reporting of foreign gifts over $50,000.

The vote divided Orange County's lawmakers, with differing views on national security and concerns about privacy.

more#national-security

NYC politics

fromLos Angeles Times

1 week ago

China allegedly tried to influence this politician. She says she's not going anywhere

Eileen Wang addresses controversies related to her former campaign manager's legal troubles while maintaining her professionalism and distancing herself from responsibility.

Trump DOJ goon threatens Wikipedia

Wikipedia may face scrutiny for allowing foreign operatives to alter information, potentially violating its nonprofit status under US law.

fromShore News Network

UK news

NYPD cop from New Jersey sentenced for operating as an agent of China

A former NYPD sergeant was sentenced for acting as an unregistered agent for China, violating U.S. sovereignty.

The case highlights concerns over transnational policing efforts by foreign governments.

fromThe Verge

1 week ago

Trump DOJ goon threatens Wikipedia

Wikipedia may face scrutiny for allowing foreign operatives to alter information, potentially violating its nonprofit status under US law.

fromShore News Network

UK news

NYPD cop from New Jersey sentenced for operating as an agent of China

A former NYPD sergeant was sentenced for acting as an unregistered agent for China, violating U.S. sovereignty.

The case highlights concerns over transnational policing efforts by foreign governments.

Ready Or Not, Former DOJ Lawyer Could Be Facing Disbarment - Above the Law

A former DOJ lawyer faces disbarment for participating in an illegal foreign influence scheme.

Disbarment highlights risks associated with white collar crimes.

Law

fromNew York Post

Ex-NYPD sergeant Michael McMahon sentenced to prison time for acting as Chinese agent

A former NYC sergeant was convicted of acting as an illegal agent of China, receiving a 1.5-year prison sentence.

#security

fromThe Local Germany

Germany news

Germany probing possible foreign influence in spate of attacks

Germany investigates potential foreign influence linked to recent attacks, focusing on alleged Russian actions prior to incidents involving asylum seekers.

fromwww.theguardian.com

UK politics

UK could target parts of Chinese state under new foreign influence rules

The UK government may soon categorize certain Chinese entities under new foreign influence rules, enhancing scrutiny of their activities.

Germany news

fromThe Local Germany

Germany probing possible foreign influence in spate of attacks

Germany investigates potential foreign influence linked to recent attacks, focusing on alleged Russian actions prior to incidents involving asylum seekers.

UK politics

fromwww.theguardian.com

UK could target parts of Chinese state under new foreign influence rules

The UK government may soon categorize certain Chinese entities under new foreign influence rules, enhancing scrutiny of their activities.

more#security

Los Angeles

fromLos Angeles Times

A charity accepted half a million for Arcadia firefighters. But it wasn't allowed to fundraise

Taiwan donated $510,000 to an unregistered foundation in Arcadia for firefighters, raising compliance and foreign influence concerns.

#election-interference

US Elections

fromWashington Post

How a false DOGE claim ignited a political firestorm in India

Allegations of foreign interference in India's elections arose from misunderstandings regarding a $21M grant for voter turnout linked to Elon Musk's DOGE Service.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Canada news

India Said to Have Meddled in Canada Party Election

Foreign interference in Canada's election raises concerns for Pierre Poilievre.

India's involvement in Canadian politics has come under scrutiny.

US Elections

fromWashington Post

How a false DOGE claim ignited a political firestorm in India

Allegations of foreign interference in India's elections arose from misunderstandings regarding a $21M grant for voter turnout linked to Elon Musk's DOGE Service.

fromwww.nytimes.com

more#election-interference

Canada news

India Said to Have Meddled in Canada Party Election

Foreign interference in Canada's election raises concerns for Pierre Poilievre.

India's involvement in Canadian politics has come under scrutiny.

#trump-administration

fromwww.npr.org

Efforts to fight foreign influence and protect elections in question under Trump

The Trump administration is rapidly reversing measures to counter foreign influence in U.S. elections established post-2016.

Key positions at CISA have been eliminated, endangering election security against foreign interference.

from48 hills

A tsunami of chaos and destruction, but there may be hope - 48 hills

The article discusses the perceived destructive impacts of the Trump administration and its agenda.

fromwww.npr.org

Efforts to fight foreign influence and protect elections in question under Trump

The Trump administration is rapidly reversing measures to counter foreign influence in U.S. elections established post-2016.

Key positions at CISA have been eliminated, endangering election security against foreign interference.

from48 hills

more#trump-administration

A tsunami of chaos and destruction, but there may be hope - 48 hills

The article discusses the perceived destructive impacts of the Trump administration and its agenda.

US officials warn foreign disinformation from Russia may flood post-election period

The U.S. intelligence community warns of foreign influence efforts, particularly from Russia, likely to disrupt the post-election period and undermine public confidence.

fromNextgov.com

Information security

CISA staff focused on disinformation and influence operations put on leave

CISA employees tackling misinformation were placed on administrative leave amid a reshaping initiative by DHS Secretary Kristi Noem.

Information security

fromCyberScoop

6 months ago

US officials warn foreign disinformation from Russia may flood post-election period

The U.S. intelligence community warns of foreign influence efforts, particularly from Russia, likely to disrupt the post-election period and undermine public confidence.

fromNextgov.com

Information security

CISA staff focused on disinformation and influence operations put on leave

CISA employees tackling misinformation were placed on administrative leave amid a reshaping initiative by DHS Secretary Kristi Noem.

more#election-security

Marketing

fromThe Verge

3 months ago

Will RedNote get banned in the US?

TikTok users migrating to RedNote demonstrates the irony of U.S. foreign social media regulations that may not effectively protect user data or national security.

US Elections

fromwww.twincities.com

3 months ago

The Trump company is not banning private foreign deals, a break with its first term policy

The Trump family's new ethics agreement raises concerns about potential foreign influence in U.S. policy.

The agreement marks a notable shift from earlier restrictions on foreign business dealings.

fromeuronews

3 months ago

France politics

Lebanon's parliament votes for head of state after 12 failed attempts

Lebanon's parliament held a presidential vote after two years of vacancy, with Joseph Aoun emerging as the frontrunner, but not achieving the required majority.

fromLe Monde.fr

5 months ago

Marketing

Romania: Pro-Georgescu videos linked to mysterious Polish 'influencer agency'

A foreign influence operation significantly impacted the Romanian presidential election, raising serious concerns about democratic integrity in the country.

fromNew York Post

6 months ago

Miscellaneous

Walz's October surprise is no shock - but it will shake the swing states

Politically sensitive stories can influence voters just before elections, especially regarding candidate backgrounds.

Brooklyn

fromBrooklyn Eagle

Adams snubbed opposition Turkish center on orders from Erdogan official: Feds

Mayor Adams allegedly severed ties with Sheepshead Bay's Turkish Cultural Center under pressure from Turkish officials, raising concerns about local political integrity.

NYC politics

fromwww.theguardian.com

New York City mayor's residence raided in early morning after reports of federal indictment live

Federal agents raided Mayor Eric Adams's residence amid allegations of foreign influence and corruption, particularly regarding illegal campaign donations from Turkey.

fromemptywheel

US Elections

JD Vance Makes Light of Actual Foreign Interference in His State - emptywheel

The recent bomb threats in Ohio are linked to a foreign country, indicating ongoing attempts to disrupt the U.S.

fromwww.aljazeera.com