Twitter Closes Kremlin-Backed Accounts

The transcript discusses how a Kremlin-backed agency created fake Twitter accounts posing as local American news outlets to spread disinformation. These accounts gained significant followings and were active before and after the US elections, even influencing the French elections. The accounts were part of a broader disinformation campaign intended to invalidate a potential Hillary Clinton win. The campaign aimed to ingratiate these accounts with communities to later influence public opinion and incite protests.

What was the primary strategy used by the Kremlin-backed agency to spread disinformation?

• Buying advertisements on social media

• Hacking into major news networks

• Collaborating with international news agencies

• Creating fake accounts posing as local news outlets

How did the fake accounts gain credibility among followers?

• By hosting live events

• By offering free subscriptions

• By providing breaking and original reports

• By collaborating with celebrities

In which elections were these fake accounts active?

• German and UK elections

• US and French elections

• French and UK elections

• US and German elections

What was the anticipated outcome of the disinformation campaign if Hillary Clinton had won the election?

• To invalidate her win

• To encourage voter turnout

• To promote her policies

• To support her presidency

What was the ultimate goal of the Kremlin-backed agency's social media strategy?

• To sell products

• To change community mindsets

• To support local businesses

• To promote tourism