Israeli firm BlackCore suspected of meddling in New York and Scotland votes, France says
French officials have identified Israeli firm BlackCore as a suspected actor in electoral interference across Scotland and New York.
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📍 How it ended
France accused Israeli firm BlackCore of interfering in Scotland’s elections and targeting the SNP, while also alleging meddling in New York City votes. Coverage of the allegations ended without further updates on investigations or responses from the firm.
Epilogue added 110d ago, after coverage quieted.
The brief
French authorities have accused the Israeli technology company BlackCore of involvement in disinformation campaigns during elections in Scotland and New York. Allegations include the targeting of the Scottish National Party and the First Minister of Scotland. Additional reports link the firm to a fake charity operation aimed at anti-left disinformation campaigns in France.
Coverage from Reuters, BBC, The Guardian, Silicon UK, Haaretz, and The Jerusalem Post details these accusations. Outlets emphasize the multinational scope of the alleged interference, spanning political contests in the United Kingdom, the United States, and France. Future developments remain dependent on further investigation.
Coverage does not yet specify the evidentiary basis for these claims or any formal legal actions taken against BlackCore by officials in the affected jurisdictions.
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Quick answers
Which countries are allegedly affected by BlackCore's activities?
According to coverage, France has reported suspected interference in Scotland, New York, and France itself.
What specific political targets were mentioned?
Reports indicate the Scottish National Party and the First Minister of Scotland were targeted.
Are there details on the methods used?
Coverage mentions anti-left disinformation campaigns and the use of a fake charity.
Coverage (6)
- France Says Israeli Firm Interfered In Scottish Elections Silicon UK · 114d ago
- Israeli tech firm accused of targeting First Minister in election BBC · 114d ago
- France accuses Israeli firm of interfering in Scottish elections and targeting SNP The Guardian · 114d ago
- The Fake Gaza Charity Linked to the Anti-left Disinformation Campaign in France Haaretz · 114d ago
- Israeli firm BlackCore suspected of meddling in New York and Scotland votes, France says Reuters · 114d ago
- Israeli firm BlackCore suspected of election interference in NYC, Scotland The Jerusalem Post · 114d ago
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