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cybersecurity2 years ago•9 min saved

Unmasking the Covert Operation: Manipulating Taiwan Election Discourse Online

Researchers have uncovered a campaign aimed at manipulating online conversations about the upcoming elections in Taiwan. The campaign involved hundreds of fake social media accounts on platforms like Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube, and utilized Chinese-language memes and videos to favor the political party in Taiwan that is considered more pro-China while criticizing its main rival. The operation featured tactics such as using stolen profile pictures and emphasizing stories about an egg shortage. While the tech platforms have removed most of the activity, experts warn that more influence operations are likely to come ahead of the 2024 election.

via The Washington Post|

#cybersecurity #disinformation #influence-operations

technology2 years ago•3 min saved

Government Takes Action to Protect Consumers from Online 'Dark Patterns' on E-Commerce Platforms

Dark patterns are intentionally deceptive designs used by companies to manipulate consumers into making choices that are not in their best interest. These practices, such as making it difficult to cancel subscriptions or pressuring users into making purchases, are common among mainstream companies. The Federal Trade Commission has taken action against companies like Amazon and Epic Games for using dark patterns. While regulators' actions send a signal to companies, there is a need for federal laws specifically banning dark patterns to protect consumer pocketbooks and privacy. Consumers can fight back by slowing down, understanding cancellation processes, documenting dark patterns, and making complaints to relevant authorities.

via WOODTV.com|

#consumer-protection #dark-patterns #deceptive-practices