Technology & Innovation
Thu, Mar 9, 2023
Seven steps to spread a conspiracy: How Russia promoted weapons trade allegations
Kremlin sources planted and amplified fake stories about Western weapons destined for Ukraine being sold in Germany
Fri, Mar 3, 2023
Russian War Report: DFRLab confirms increased Russian air force activity as Kremlin strives to achieve air dominance
Russia intensified its air power in recent weeks across airfields in Crimea and Rostov Oblast. Elsewhere, Russia continues to pressure Bahkmut.
by Digital Forensic Research Lab
Wed, Mar 1, 2023
Networks of pro-Kremlin Telegram channels spread disinformation at a global scale
Three networks comprising fifty-six channels targeted Telegram users in twenty countries and ten languages
Mon, Feb 27, 2023
A Parallel Terrain: Public-Private Defense of the Ukrainian Information Environment
The information environment is a key domain through which the war in Ukraine is being contested. By better understanding the key role that private tech companies play in this domain, the USs and Ukraine can better prepare for future threats.
by Emma Schroeder* and Sean Dack
Sat, Feb 25, 2023
Russian War Report: DFRLab releases investigations on Russian info ops before and after the invasion
On the week of the one year anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the DFRLab released two new reports on narratives tracked used to justify the war both pre- and post invasion.
by Digital Forensic Research Lab
Sat, Feb 18, 2023
Russian War Report: Failed Russian push on Vuhledar results in losses as Moscow increases troops
Vuhledar, a town connecting the northern and southern flanks, has been under an unsuccessful attack from Russian forces for two weeks.
by Digital Forensic Research Lab
Fri, Feb 17, 2023
Russia takes next step in domestic internet surveillance
Oculus surveillance system goes live as the Kremlin tightens public sector access to Google services.
Sat, Feb 11, 2023
Russian War Report: DFRLab confirms Russia’s push to encircle Bakhmut
Wagner Group soldiers are attempting to encircle Bakhmut, Ukraine. Meanwhile on the southern flank, Russian armed forces are trying to consolidate their progression towards Ivaniske.
by Digital Forensic Research Lab
Mon, Jan 30, 2023
How Russian YouTube copycat RUTUBE promotes pro-Kremlin narratives
RUTUBE’s mix of Kremlin narratives and entertainment has seen a surge of referral traffic since Russia’s February 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
Fri, Jan 27, 2023
Russian War Report: Pro-Kremlin sources amplify forged diplomatic letters targeting Ukrainian refugees
As Russian shelling of Ukranian forces and civilian infrastructure continues, Ukraine receives the first of many tanks promised by NATO allies.
by Digital Forensic Research Lab
Fri, Jan 20, 2023
Pro-Kremlin Telegram channels try to convince Latvians their government is ‘fascist’
Newly created pro-Kremlin Telegram channels target Russian speakers in Latvia
Fri, Jan 20, 2023
Russian War Report: Wagner Group fights French ‘zombies’ in cartoon propaganda
Plus, more on Wagner's power struggles with the Russian defense ministry and Russia's apparent use of incendiary munitions in Kherson.
by Digital Forensic Research Lab
