Twitter and Facebook Remove Hundreds of Fake Accounts

Twitter and Facebook have removed thousands of fake accounts linked to foreign entities. Twitter identified nearly 6000 accounts tied to a Saudi company, which used inauthentic tactics to promote favorable messages. Facebook removed about 1000 accounts from two networks involved in foreign interference, some using AI to impersonate Americans. Both platforms are committed to identifying fake accounts and protecting users.

What was the primary reason Twitter removed nearly 6000 accounts?

• They were promoting spam content.

• They were linked to a Saudi Arabian company using inauthentic tactics.

• They were inactive for a long period.

• They were involved in financial fraud.

What was the main activity of the accounts removed by Twitter?

• Selling counterfeit products.

• Spreading malware.

• Promoting entertainment content.

• Advancing geopolitical interests.

How many accounts, groups, and pages did Facebook remove?

• 500

• 2000

• 1000

• 1500

What technology did some fake accounts use to impersonate Americans?

• Blockchain

• Virtual Reality

• Artificial Intelligence

• Quantum Computing

What is the ongoing commitment of both social media platforms?

• To develop new social media features.

• To expand into new markets.

• To increase advertising revenue.

• To identify fake accounts and protect users.