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Internet de-Russification linked to drop in AfD, MAGA online support

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The de-Russification of the internet, spurred by Ukrainian strikes on Yandex data centers, has led to a significant decrease in online support for certain political groups. Specifically, support for Germany's AfD party on social media has dropped by 56%, and online support for MAGA-aligned accounts has also sharply declined. This shift is attributed to a reduction in coordinated disinformation campaigns and the removal of "Polish" and "Ukrainian" accounts that were inciting conflict. AI

IMPACT Geopolitical actions impacting data centers may disrupt AI-driven disinformation campaigns, potentially altering online political landscapes.

RANK_REASON The item discusses the impact of geopolitical events on online political discourse and disinformation, which falls under commentary rather than a direct AI release or significant industry event.

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Internet de-Russification linked to drop in AfD, MAGA online support

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    “De-Russified internet (Ukrainian strikes on Yandex centers)🚨suddenly reveals wonders in the socials: support for AfD in social media has dropped by 56%. Fewer

    “De-Russified internet (Ukrainian strikes on Yandex centers)🚨suddenly reveals wonders in the socials: support for AfD in social media has dropped by 56%. Fewer "Polish" accts inciting against Ukrainians, fewer "Ukrainian" ones inciting against Poles, support for # MAGA online has…

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