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Ex-Shin Bet Chief Ronen Bar Advises Cyber Firm on Election Interference
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First reported by Globes · 1 hour ago
What happened
Former Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar is reportedly advising a cybersecurity company, Spring AI, on protecting Israeli elections from foreign algorithmic influence. The firm, founded by Israeli intelligence veterans, works with government bodies to counter manipulation campaigns.
- 01Former Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar advises cyber firm Spring AI.
- 02The firm helps combat foreign influence on Israeli elections.
- 03Spring AI was founded by veterans of Unit 8200.
- 04The company defends against algorithmic manipulation from foreign powers.
- 05Israel faces significant influence campaigns targeting its institutions.
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