Yep, its got pretty extreme. So many comments seem to be bots, and it really feels like you’re being pushed in a certain direction. I can’t fathom how it got so bad
There are bots on here too. I’ve noticed a lot of handled accounts that will reply consistently with pro Russian propaganda. Some may be bots, but others are handled. Either way, the goals are the same.
I said “I’ve noticed” which is anecdotal, but others have shared similar experiences with me. That along with the well documented interference campaigns, it’s not a stretch to draw the same conclusion here on Lemmy.
Yep, its got pretty extreme. So many comments seem to be bots, and it really feels like you’re being pushed in a certain direction. I can’t fathom how it got so bad
There are bots on here too. I’ve noticed a lot of handled accounts that will reply consistently with pro Russian propaganda. Some may be bots, but others are handled. Either way, the goals are the same.
You sadly can’t escape it these days.
No matter where you go, it’s best to be aware and double check sources.
without evidence, you are just spreading fud
I said “I’ve noticed” which is anecdotal, but others have shared similar experiences with me. That along with the well documented interference campaigns, it’s not a stretch to draw the same conclusion here on Lemmy.
Did you read the article I shared by chance?