Malicious Life The Propaganda
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Nov 1, 2017 
Samant Subramanian, a journalist known for his in-depth investigation into the origins of fake news, joins the discussion. He reveals how governments manipulate the internet for propaganda, highlighting the evolution of cyber warfare and its psychological tactics. The conversation shifts to the alarming rise of fake news, particularly the cunning strategies of the Internet Research Agency that distort public perception. Subramanian also addresses the dangers of identity theft and the responsibilities of social media platforms in combating misinformation.
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Staged Quran Shooting Video
- A video showed a soldier shooting the Quran.
- Investigation revealed the video was staged with an actor, outdated uniform, and easily purchasable props.
Cyberwarfare vs. Traditional Warfare
- Cyberwarfare differs from traditional warfare, as seen in the staged Quran video.
- This act aimed to cause chaos and was linked to the Internet Research Agency, a Russian troll farm.
Information Operations and Trolls
- Information operations are actions taken to distort political sentiment, often for geopolitical goals.
- Adrian Chen investigated online trolls and the Internet Research Agency, a Russian organization spreading fake news.