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ISRAELI FIRM BLACKCORE ACCUSED OF ELECTION MEDDLING

INDUSTRY DESK1 MIN READ
SAT, JUN 13, 2026

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BlackCore, an Israeli technology firm, is suspected of interfering in voting processes across New York, Scotland, and potentially France's 2026 elections. The allegations raise fresh concerns about foreign influence in democratic processes.

Investigations have identified BlackCore as a potential actor in election interference operations spanning multiple jurisdictions. The firm allegedly deployed tools or services that could affect voting integrity in New York municipal elections and Scottish parliamentary votes. Authorities are examining the company's activities and methods. French officials have flagged potential risks ahead of the 2026 presidential election, suggesting the scope of the suspected interference extends beyond the incidents already discovered. The allegations underscore growing vulnerabilities in election infrastructure and the international dimensions of election security threats. Election officials in affected regions have launched reviews of their systems and processes. BlackCore's exact methods and the extent of any actual impact remain under investigation. The case adds to a pattern of concerns about how foreign entities and private firms can potentially exploit digital systems critical to democratic processes.

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