Uncovering the Deceptive Tactics of Chinese Websites Mimic as Local News

A network of at least 123 websites based in the People’s Republic of China that posed as local news outlets in 30 countries across Europe, Asia, and Latin America.  The websites are disseminating pro-Beijing falsehoods and ad hominem attacks together with more commercial news releases as part of a campaign dubbed PAPERWALL. Throughout the network of websites, PAPERWALL’s most aggressive aspects are ephemeral; articles critical of Beijing are frequently removed from these platforms after a predetermined period.

Source: GBHackers

 


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