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Chinese group faked social media posts against a planned Texas rare-earth metal plant, researchers say

by Sabri Ben-Achour

Jun 29, 2022

China produces the majority of the world's rare-earth metals. It's likely trying to maintain its control of global production, researchers say.

The disinformation campaign, if sponsored by the Chinese government, would mark a departure from previous efforts that have been more political in nature.

Johannes Eisele/AFP via Getty Images

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