Term
Astroturfing
Astroturfing is the practice of manufacturing the false impression of grassroots support for a cause, candidate, or product while hiding the orchestrating interest.
Information Integrity
Glossary
Definitions of elections and information-integrity terminology. General OSINT terms are defined on OSINTGuide.com.
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Term
Bot Network
A bot network is a group of automated or semi-automated social media accounts operated together to amplify content, inflate engagement, or simulate popularity.
Information Integrity
Term
Coordinated Inauthentic Behavior
Coordinated inauthentic behavior (CIB) is the organized use of fake or misleading accounts to manipulate public debate while concealing the operation's true origin.
Information Integrity
Term
Information Integrity
Information integrity is the overall reliability, accuracy, and trustworthiness of the information environment people rely on — especially important during elections.
Information Integrity