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The Atlantic Council Technology Programs comprises five existing efforts—the Digital Forensic Research Lab (DFRLab), the GeoTech Center, the Cyber Statecraft Initiative, the Democracy + Tech Initiative, and the Capacity Building Initiative. These operations work together to address the geopolitical implications of technology and provide policymakers and global stakeholders necessary research, insights, and convenings to address challenges around global technology and ensure its responsible advancement.

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#AlertaVenezuela

Mar 24, 2021

#AlertaVenezuela: March 24, 2021

By Atlantic Council's DFRLab

Maduro, blaming Colomiba and Venezuelans returning from there for the spread of COVID-19, has called for a "radical quarantine" over two weeks.

Disinformation Venezuela

In the News

Mar 17, 2021

Cooper in Inkstick: How can America fight disinformation?

By Atlantic Council

On March 17, Evan Cooper published an article in Inkstick about how the United States could utilize public diplomacy to counter disinformation campaigns. “In his first major speech as secretary of state, Anthony Blinken pledged that the United States would fight the spread of disinformation because “the truth is the cornerstone of our democracy.” If […]

Disinformation Politics & Diplomacy
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Mar 17, 2021

#AlertaVenezuela: March 17, 2021

By Atlantic Council's DFRLab

Pro-Maduro site Justiciafuser amplified misleading claims about Alex Saab, a confidant of Maduro who's currently being held in Cape Verde ahead of extradition to the US.

Disinformation Venezuela

In the News

Mar 16, 2021

Handler in The Hill: Israel and Palestine must cooperate to combat disinformation

By Atlantic Council

It is in the best interest of both Israel and the Palestinians to confront the challenge of Hamas disinformation together.

Disinformation Israel

In the News

Mar 10, 2021

Siegel and Starling in The National Interest: Disinformation Against Women Puts Democracy at Risk

By Clementine G. Starling and Julia Siegel

Julia Siegel and Clementine Starling published a blog that discusses gendered disinformation and how assumptions impact policy.

Disinformation Europe & Eurasia

In the News

Mar 10, 2021

Starling and Siegel in National Interest on gendered disinformation

By Atlantic Council

On March 10, FD Deputy Director and Resident Fellow Clementine G. Starling and Young Global Professional Julia Siegel wrote an article in the National Interest titled "Disinformation against women puts democracy at risk."

Disinformation Russia
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Mar 10, 2021

#AlertaVenezuela: March 10, 2021

By Atlantic Council's DFRLab

Seven videos on a Colombian YouTube channel appeared among the 20 most viewed videos about Venezuela between March 1 and 9, 2021. The videos falsely claimed that Maduro had been captured or that the United States had attacked Venezuela.

Disinformation Venezuela

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Mar 4, 2021

Transcript: YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki on online speech, government regulation, and Donald Trump’s suspended account

By Atlantic Council

The Youtube CEO talked about the company's responsibilities in the information ecosystem, disinformation, government regulation of speech, and what's next for Donald Trump's account.

Digital Policy Disinformation
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#AlertaVenezuela

Mar 3, 2021

#AlertaVenezuela: March 2, 2021

By Atlantic Council's DFRLab

Maduro’s Minister of Defense, Vladimir Padrino announced alleged attempts by the Colombian government to destabilize Venezuelan regime.

Disinformation Venezuela
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In-Depth Research & Reports

Mar 2, 2021

The Long Fuse: Misinformation and the 2020 Election

The executive summary of the Election Integrity Partnership's collaborative report, "The Long Fuse: Misinformation and the 2020 Election."

Disinformation Elections

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