BlackCore Firm Linked to Election Interference in NY, Scotland
PARIS, June 11 (Reuters) - Israeli firm BlackCore, suspected of interfering in France’s local elections in March, is also suspected of meddling in elections in New York City and Scotland, and operating in Angola and Togo, France’s disinformation detection service, Viginum, said on Thursday.
France's disinformation watchdog, Viginum, has indicated that the Israeli company BlackCore may have interfered in elections beyond French local contests held in March. The firm is now suspected of meddling in voting processes in New York City and Scotland. Viginum also reported that BlackCore has been active in Angola and Togo.
These allegations follow previous suspicions that BlackCore engaged in disruptive activities during France's own municipal elections earlier this year. The French agency's findings highlight concerns about foreign interference in democratic processes across multiple international locations.
The allegations raise concerns about the potential for foreign entities to influence electoral outcomes in democratic nations.
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