Month: February 2023
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Environmental Activist Sam Rajabi Returns to Evin Prison After End of Furlough
Iranian environmental activist Sam Rajabi returned to Evin prison after completing his furlough leave on March 3, 2023 . Rajabi, a well-known environmentalist, was arrested in September 2022 , along with several other activists, due to their work on environmental issues . International human rights groups criticized the arrests and called for the activists’ release…
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“passive income”
The term “passive income” is frequently used in finance and entrepreneurship to describe a source of revenue that requires minimal effort or ongoing involvement. However, this loaded phrase can be misleading and even dangerous, mainly as a selling point for potential pyramid schemes. A language is a powerful tool that can be used to manipulate…
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Neuropedagogy in the Digital Age
One potential form of a social engineering attack is a human DDoS attack, which can use viral media to overload social media users with confusing and overwhelming content. Such an attack could be part of an influence operation in which malicious actors seek to manipulate public opinion and behavior. To counteract these attacks, strategies from…
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How a Virally Loaded Hashtag Can Potentially Trigger a Human DDoS Attack
Social media platforms have become a significant part of our daily lives . With the rise of social media, we also witness an increase in the potential for social engineering attacks. One such attack vector uses virally loaded hashtags to trigger a human DDoS attack. A virally loaded hashtag is a hashtag that has been…
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Rap music and Linguistic hacktivism
Rap music has long been a source of inspiration and motivation for linguistic hacktivists worldwide. Through its powerful lyrics and social commentary, rap has significantly promoted social and political change, challenging systemic oppression and injustice.] This blog post will explore the relationship between rap and linguistic hacktivism and examine how rappers have used their music…
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protests against the broadcast of forced confessions on Iranian media
“A semantic hacktivist protests against the broadcast of forced confessions on Iranian media, citing Robert Jay Lifton’s eight criteria for mind control and thought reform. This statement denounces this practice as violating human rights and calls for its immediate cessation.” As a semantic hacktivist, I strongly protest against the broadcast of forced confessions by the…
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SEMantic overload for youth
Today we’re talking about semantic overload , when we’re exposed to too much information that overwhelms our brains. We’re guilty of scrolling through our feeds for hours , but did you know it can harm our mental health? So, what can we do to combat semantic overload? Here are some practical tips: Remember, taking care…
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The star of defense method
Our modern world is constantly bombarded with language and information from many sources. While this can be a valuable tool for knowledge and connection, it can also be a source of confusion, stress, and even manipulation . Combatting semantic terrorism, or the deliberate manipulation of language and meaning for malicious purposes, requires a critical and…