*Video Summary: This video reports on a growing concern regarding* ***foreign digital interference*** *in elections, as identified by the French government's disinformation detection service, Viginum.*

***Key takeaways include:***

* ***Accusations against BlackCore:*** *French authorities suspect an Israeli firm called BlackCore of orchestrating online smear campaigns (0:19-0:35). Specifically, the firm is alleged to have targeted candidates during France's municipal elections in March (1:40-1:50).*
* ***Global reach of activities:*** *A report by Viginum suggests that BlackCore's influence operations were not limited to France; they are also suspected of meddling in elections in Angola, Togo, Scotland, and New York City (0:50-1:03).*
* ***Government response:*** *The French Prime Minister has formally requested explanations and assistance from Israel to uncover the entities behind these campaigns, noting that the interference originated from Israeli soil (1:07-1:33).*
* ***Company profile:*** *Before removing its online presence following media inquiries, BlackCore reportedly described itself as an "elite influence, cyber and technology company" designed for modern information warfare (1:53-2:01).*

  
Source: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u7rjZqvbMIk](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u7rjZqvbMIk)

France Accuses Israel’s BlackCore of Meddling in Elections Around the World | France24