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US Shuts Down AI-Powered Russian Bot Farm Spreading Disinformation on Social Media
US officials dismantled a Russian bot farm on X, powered by AI, spreading disinformation with nearly 1,000 accounts. The scheme, led by RT and funded by Russia’s FSB, used “Meliorator” to create realistic profiles. Justice Department and allies continue to hunt down remaining accounts. “Farming…
Hot Take:
“Bot farming: it’s not just a hobby for Russians, it’s a full-blown profession! While we’re busy tending to our virtual crops in Stardew Valley, Russian state media is cultivating disinformation like there’s no tomorrow. Who knew the new-age Cold War would be fought with AI and Twitter handles?”
Key Points:
- US officials dismantled a Russian AI-powered bot farm with nearly 1,000 accounts on X (formerly known as Twitter).
- The bot farm was operated by RT, a Russian state-controlled media outlet, with support from Russia’s Federal Security Service.
- The key tool used, called “Meliorator,” created authentic-seeming social media personas to spread disinformation.
- Authorities are still tracking down all 968 bot accounts, with X already suspending identified accounts.
- The operation violated multiple US laws, including the International Emergency Economic Powers Act and federal money laundering laws.
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