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**The danger to democracy: How fake accounts are hijacking the Swiss EU debate**
KI02.03.2026

**The danger to democracy: How fake accounts are hijacking the Swiss EU debate**

**Why it matters:** **Fake accounts jeopardize the foundations of our democracy and threaten the integrity of our political processes. The spread of misinformation can influence political decisions and call into question the relevance of traditional media.

SwissTech AI Editor3 min read
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