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Over the past decade, foreign information manipulation and interference (FIMI) operations have become more sophisticated, driven by global interconnectivity and technological advancements like generative AI. These developments have enabled faster and more effective tactics, including deep fakes and manipulated content across various media. Such campaigns increasingly target democratic foundations, eroding trust in institutions, exploiting social divisions, and influencing public opinion by amplifying polarization. The speaker will present case studies demonstrating the recurring patterns and linkages between tactics, including the use of proxies, sock puppet accounts, and generative AI.