France accuses Israeli firm of interfering in Scottish elections and targeting SNP
France's cybersecurity agency, Viginum, has accused Israeli firm BlackCore of interfering in Scottish, French, and American elections. The agency claims the firm used proxy social media accounts to target political figures, though the sponsors behind these operations remain unidentified.
Why it matters
This highlights the growing threat of foreign digital interference and the use of private tech firms to manipulate democratic processes globally.
John Swinney speaking at a press conference after the 2026 Holyrood elections. Photograph: David Young/PA View image in fullscreen John Swinney speaking at a press conference after the 2026 Holyrood elections. Photograph: David Young/PA Scotland France accuses Israeli firm of interfering in Scottish elections and targeting SNP Cyber agency says BlackCore targeted John Swinney, as well as interfering in New York and French elections
The article reports on official government accusations while maintaining a neutral tone regarding the findings.
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