As Moldova approaches its upcoming elections, the shadow of external interference has once again loomed large over the nation’s political landscape. Alexander Mustiace, the director of Moldova’s Information and Security Service (SIB), has issued a sobering assessment of the situation: Russia is actively ramping up its efforts to manipulate public opinion and destabilize the country. While Mustiace acknowledges that Moldova is significantly more prepared today to defend its democratic foundations than it has been in years past, he cautions that the threat remains dynamic and relentless. The stakes are high, and the battle for the hearts and minds of Moldovan…

The UK government is preparing to take a significant stand against the dominance of Big Tech, aiming to reshape how we consume news in an era where social media feeds often overshadow traditional journalism. British ministers are reportedly gearing up to launch a public consultation regarding “prominence rules” for platforms like YouTube, Meta, and TikTok. The core of the plan is to force these corporate giants to elevate trusted public service news—such as content from the BBC, ITV, and Channel 4—to ensure it isn’t buried by opaque algorithms. By requiring these platforms to surface reputable British reporting, the government hopes…