Chapter
The Internet Research Agency's Online Influence Campaigns
04:51 - 36:50 (31:58)
The Internet Research Agency utilized community building tactics to gain people's trust before moving on to promoting more political content. It raises the question of how to define the line between domestic and Russian influence on online discourse and when it moves from virtual to reality.
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The tactics used by Russia to instigate misinformation are quite sophisticated and have been successful in many countries, including the US.
04:51 - 12:38 (07:46)
Summary
The tactics used by Russia to instigate misinformation are quite sophisticated and have been successful in many countries, including the US. Although we need to be careful of domestic-based news and information as well, Russia's vector is a major threat to democracy and functioning governments.
ChapterThe Internet Research Agency's Online Influence Campaigns
Episode#210 - Nina Jankowicz - Russian Election Meddling & Fake News
PodcastModern Wisdom
Russian operatives use authentic local voices to conceal their amplified divisive messages on social media, starting with community building content and moving on to more political messages.
12:38 - 25:20 (12:42)
Summary
Russian operatives use authentic local voices to conceal their amplified divisive messages on social media, starting with community building content and moving on to more political messages.
ChapterThe Internet Research Agency's Online Influence Campaigns
Episode#210 - Nina Jankowicz - Russian Election Meddling & Fake News
PodcastModern Wisdom
The speaker discusses Russian manipulation of American politics, including the creation of a "blacktivist" Facebook page and encouraging Trump supporters to dress their children in Make America Great Again gear for photos.
25:20 - 36:50 (11:29)
Summary
The speaker discusses Russian manipulation of American politics, including the creation of a "blacktivist" Facebook page and encouraging Trump supporters to dress their children in Make America Great Again gear for photos. The speaker emphasizes the need for regulation and increased awareness about foreign influence online.