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X removes Hamas-affiliated accounts as its CEO drops out of key tech event
Economic Times
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1y ago
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Social media platform X has taken action to remove newly-created Hamas-affiliated accounts and purge tens of thousands of posts containing violent and hateful content amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. The platform also mentioned actively monitoring for antisemitic speech and taking steps to address manipulation of trending topics. Additionally, X saw a surge in daily active users in the conflict area, prompting the company to classify it as a crisis. Meanwhile, X CEO Linda Yaccarino cancelled her appearance at a tech conference to focus on platform safety due to the global crisis unfolding.
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X removes hundreds of Hamas-affiliated accounts since attack, CEO says
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
The CEO of X (formerly known as Twitter) announced that the social media platform has removed hundreds of Hamas-affiliated accounts and taken action to remove or label tens of thousands of content pieces since the militant group's attack on Israel. This move was in response to the EU industry chief's ultimatum to tackle the spread of disinformation. X has redistributed resources and formed a leadership group to address the situation. The company has also responded to take-down requests in the EU and has not received any notices regarding illegal content.
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Social media platforms wage war against growing pro-Hamas content
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Governments warn Big Tech companies like Meta, Twitter, and Telegram to improve content moderation algorithms as pro-Hamas accounts flood social media platforms during the Israel-Hamas war. Analysis reveals that 25% of over 162,000 profiles engaged in these conversations were fake, spreading over 312,000 pro-Hamas posts and comments. NewsGuard found that verified accounts on Twitter were responsible for 74% of the most viral posts promoting misinformation about the conflict. The European Commission investigates X (formerly Twitter) for spreading illegal content and hate speech related to the war. X and Meta take actions to remove such content.
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Web Summit CEO resigns after comments on Israel-Hamas conflict
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Web Summit's founder and CEO, Paddy Cosgrave, resigned following comments he made about the Israel-Hamas conflict, leading to tech companies withdrawing from the event. Cosgrave apologized but acknowledged his comments had become a distraction. Web Summit will appoint a new CEO, and the event will proceed as planned in Lisbon from Nov. 13-16. Notable companies like Google and Meta, along with others, had previously decided not to attend the conference. Cosgrave's comments criticized Israel's response to the conflict. He remains the majority shareholder in Web Summit.
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Telegram’s bans on extremist channels aren't really bans
Wired
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1y ago
Medial
In the wake of the Israel-Hamas conflict, Telegram came under scrutiny for its handling of extremist content. Despite claiming to restrict channels affiliated with Hamas and right-wing extremist groups, a WIRED investigation found that the content is still accessible on the platform. While restricted channels are made difficult to find, the content is shared in unrestricted channels and continues to serve as spaces for radicalization. Telegram's approach to content moderation has allowed extremist groups to thrive on the platform. The company's decisions on banning or restricting channels seem to be influenced by pressure from governments and tech giants like Google and Apple.
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Anti-terror tech group worried Elon Musk's X membership threatens its credibility: reports
Economic Times
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12m ago
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The Global Internet Forum to Counter Terrorism (GIFCT), an anti-terrorism organization in the tech industry, is concerned about content on Elon Musk's X platform posted by Palestinian militant group Hamas. The GIFCT members are worried that X's membership and position on its board undermine the credibility of the organization. X (formerly Twitter) has been identified as the easiest social media platform to find Hamas videos, according to the Community Security Trust. The GIFCT has expressed concern over online trust and safety, specifically directed at X, in its annual report. The GIFCT was created in 2017 and includes major social media platforms like Facebook, Microsoft, Twitter, and YouTube.
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X promises 'highest level' response on posts about Israel-Hamas war. Misinformation still flourishes
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
X (formerly Twitter) is addressing the flood of posts sharing graphic media, violent speech, and hateful conduct about the Israel-Hamas war. X is treating this as a crisis and allowing users to rate misinformation posts, adding contextual notes but not removing them. The challenge of identifying reliable sources is exacerbated by Elon Musk's promotion of dubious accounts. Experts argue that Musk's changes to the platform, including the reduction in staff responsible for content moderation, have made it harder to combat disinformation during this crisis. X is now working to address the issue and monitor antisemitic speech.
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EU drops sovereignty requirements in cybersecurity certification scheme: document
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
The European Union has scrapped a requirement for vendors bidding for EU cloud computing contracts to be independent from non-EU laws. This change could make it easier for tech giants such as Amazon, Google, and Microsoft to bid for these contracts. The EU has been struggling to agree on a cybersecurity certification scheme (EUCS) to ensure the cybersecurity of cloud services. The move comes as Big Tech seeks growth opportunities in the government cloud market, while the EU has concerns about illegal state surveillance and the dominance of US cloud providers. The latest draft of the rules removes requirements for joint ventures and data storage in the EU, instead focusing on information about data location and applicable laws. EU countries are currently reviewing the revised draft.
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Chinese state-linked accounts hyped DeepSeek AI launch ahead of US stock rout: report
Economic Times
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6m ago
Medial
Chinese state-linked social media accounts amplified the launch of DeepSeek's AI models, shortly before US tech stocks fell, reports Graphika. Chinese diplomats and state media promoted this event, suggesting it challenged US AI dominance. Platforms like X, Facebook, Instagram, Toutiao, and Weibo spread the narrative. This mobilization highlights China's competition with the US in advanced AI technologies. DeepSeek's AI assistant surpassed ChatGPT's downloads, impacting US tech stocks and raising concerns about potential tech disputes.
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Beyond Nvidia, four things to know at Asia’s biggest tech show
Economic Times
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2m ago
Medial
The 2025 Computex event in Taipei features key discussions on global tech industry shifts amidst geopolitical changes. Nvidia's Jensen Huang, US President Donald Trump, and other tech leaders attend. The event emphasizes evolving AI technologies, shifting manufacturing landscapes, and concerns about AI's economic impact. Intel's new CEO Lip-Bu Tan and Foxconn's expanding AI role draw attention. Key themes include US-China trade tensions, Middle East tech opportunities, and the promise of AI in various sectors.
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Hamas' cash-to-crypto global finance maze in Israel's sights
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Experts and officials reveal that Palestinian militant group Hamas utilizes a global financing network to receive support from charities and sympathetic nations, employing tactics such as passing cash through Gaza tunnels or using cryptocurrencies to evade international sanctions. However, Hamas is expected to face increased hurdles in accessing funds following the recent violence between the group and Israel. Israeli authorities have frozen a Barclays bank account linked to Hamas fundraising and blocked cryptocurrency accounts used for donations. Despite these restrictions, Hamas has proven adept at utilizing cryptocurrencies for financing, although recent losses have prompted a shift away from this method.
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