Conspiracy Theories Soar After Moscow Attack: 4chan to Instagram Influence Spread

Moscow, Russia – Following the tragic attack at Crocus City Hall on March 22nd, social media platforms were inundated with misinformation and conspiracy theories regarding the identity of the perpetrators. Despite the Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISKP) taking responsibility for the mass shooting, alternative theories emerged on platforms like 4chan and Instagram. Users propagated fringe … Read more

Stalking Victim Murdered After Making Relationship ‘Instagram Official’

Melbourne, Australia – Celeste Manno, a young woman from Melbourne, was brutally stabbed to death in her own bed by her stalker, hours after she made her new relationship official on Instagram. The tragic incident occurred on November 14, 2020, just a few days before Celeste’s 24th birthday. Luay Nader Sako, the 37-year-old perpetrator, appeared … Read more