Facebook Finds Election Ad Spending Likely From Russia

The video discusses malicious information campaigns involving fake accounts and propaganda, vaguely linked to Russia. It highlights the financial aspect, with $100,000 spent on Facebook ads targeting divisive issues in the US, such as LGBT rights and gun rights, to create discord before elections. While Facebook is cooperating with investigations, the focus is on preventing future occurrences using machine learning algorithms.

What elements are associated with the information campaigns mentioned in the text?

How much money was reported to be involved in the advertising efforts?

What types of divisive issues were highlighted in the ads?

What is Facebook's stance on the ties of the ads to the Russian government?

What measures is Facebook taking to prevent similar issues in future elections?