Summary: Pharmaceutical company Moderna is reportedly actively monitoring and policing online content related to COVID-19 vaccines through its disinformation department. Investigative journalists reveal that Moderna’s internal documents suggest a comprehensive effort to monitor social media, news websites, and government agencies to address vaccine hesitancy by identifying and shutting down what it deems as “misinformation.” The monitoring team includes former law enforcement, FBI, and Secret Service analysts, as well as pharma-funded NGOs. Moderna allegedly collaborates with these organizations to influence social media platforms and shape content moderation policies. Critics argue that Moderna’s approach blurs the line between actual misinformation and legitimate discussions around vaccine policies. The company’s alleged actions come amidst declining profits and increased competition in the COVID-19 vaccine market
December 1, 2023