YouTube and Instagram are being used as platforms for political astroturfing, leveraging their reach for coordinated influence campaigns.

1 report, 1 independent Updated Jun 1

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A global criminal syndicate is exploiting investment ads and social proof to target victims using Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube via the KLC Services Platform.

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YouTube
American video-sharing platform owned by Alphabet Inc.
- PBS is leveraging social media platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok to grow its audience and attract top talent for future projects.Mon 17:13
- YouTube was targeted by information campaigns and sanctions while being used to monitor state-sponsored propaganda.Mon 16:00
Instagram
photo and video sharing social network owned by Meta Platforms
- Linton, an artist, is performing in residences in Cambridge and Hanoi, while working and living in Berlin, and maintains a professional presence on Instagram.Mon 17:24
- Luxury travel itineraries are being showcased, spanning multiple countries and featuring high-end product usage.Mon 15:42

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