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OpenAI uncovers Russian and Iranian influence ops that planted fake stories in real news outlets

OpenAI exposes Russian and Iranian influence campaigns that seeded fake stories in mainstream outlets. The Russian “Dark Clark” operation spread disinformation across Latin America, while the Iranian “Bogus Bylines” used seven fake journalists to publish nearly 100 articles worldwide. The findings highlight the growing threat of state‑backed misinformation and the need for stronger content safeguards.

The Decoder·Oct 9, 2026

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