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“State-Sponsored Internet^[3] Propaganda” refers to the deliberate use of digital platforms by governments to manipulate public opinion, control information, and suppress opposition. This encompasses a range of tactics such as deploying troll armies, creating fake accounts, and coordinating redes sociais^[2] campaigns. Governments across Asia-Pacific, Middle East, Europe, and other parts of the world employ these tactics to influence domestic and international narratives. Cases include China’s 50 Cent Party, India’s BJP IT Cell, Saudi Arabia’s Twitter^[4] troll army, and Russia’s disinformation^[1] campaigns. These efforts are not limited to large nations, smaller countries like Vietnam and Uzbekistan also have their national cyber troops for similar purposes. This phenomenon highlights the evolving landscape of online propaganda and its impact on political and military narratives worldwide.

Definições de termos

1. ↑ disinformation. Disinformation is a complex concept with roots tracing back to the Proto-Indo-European language family. It refers to the intentional spreading of false or misleading information, often for political or social influence. This phenomenon became widespread in the 1980s and has been a subject of extensive research to understand its origins, methods, and impacts. Disinformation is often used in deception campaigns on social media and is distinct from misinformation and malinformation. It's common in political arenas, where it can confuse citizens and discourage their engagement. Disinformation has global implications, being used by governments, NGOs, and businesses worldwide. It can undermine election security and create societal divisions. Various countermeasures have been initiated by organizations like NATO and the EU to address this issue. The study of disinformation also extends to ethical considerations and its role in warfare. Despite these efforts, disinformation remains a challenging issue due to its widespread prevalence and the difficulty in assessing its true impact.

2. ↑ redes sociais. Os meios de comunicação social são um termo abrangente que engloba uma variedade de ferramentas e plataformas digitais que facilitam a partilha de informações e a criação de comunidades virtuais. Surgindo dos primeiros sistemas, como o PLATO e a ARPANET, evoluíram para plataformas modernas como o Facebook e o Twitter. Estas plataformas oferecem características únicas que as diferenciam dos meios de comunicação tradicionais, incluindo a possibilidade de os utilizadores gerarem conteúdos e participarem em comunicações dialógicas. Atendem a mais de 100 milhões de utilizadores em todo o mundo e oferecem diferentes formas de serviços, como aplicações de mensagens e plataformas de criação de conteúdos em colaboração. A utilização das redes sociais tem impactos de grande alcance nos indivíduos, na sociedade e nas empresas, influenciando tudo, desde as práticas de marketing aos processos políticos. No entanto, está também associada a preocupações éticas, como a disseminação de desinformação e a potencial dependência.