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  • The Triad of Censors: DHS Doctrine, AI Tools, and the Shocking Pivot of DEF CON’s Narrative Police

    What if the government, university researchers, and even hackers all converged on a single goal: controlling what you’re allowed to say online? A new report lays out the blueprint for this ‘narrative management.’ We’re breaking down the key players—DHS, the NSF, and even DEF CON—and what this means for free speech.

    Read the full post: https://doomscrollnews.com/government-directed-narrative-management-report/

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  • The Convergence: An Analysis of Government-Directed Narrative Management in the American Information Ecosystem

    The Convergence: An Analysis of Government-Directed Narrative Management in the American Information Ecosystem

    Executive Summary

    A convergence of federally funded research, strategic shifts within key civil society organizations, and overlapping personnel affiliations indicates a coordinated effort. This effort aims to centralize the control of online narratives.

    This trend is exemplified by two key developments:

    • The National Science Foundation’s (NSF) “Convergence Accelerator Track F” program.
    • The 2022 agenda pivot of the DEF CON Voting Machine Hacking Village (VMHV).

    These developments are not coincidental. They are thematically and temporally aligned with the strategic priorities of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) under Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. This alignment suggests a significant degree of government influence.

    This convergence blurs the critical line between independent research and state-directed information management. Ultimately, it poses a significant challenge to free speech and the impartiality of the cybersecurity community.

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