5th Column by Internet 2.0 is an AI-powered platform designed to detect bots and uncover hidden forces on social media. It utilizes AI and machine learning algorithms to identify and combat inauthentic behavior. 5th Column targets disinformation campaigns affecting elections, public health, and companies. By analyzing engagement patterns and using proprietary algorithms, it scores accounts for their likelihood of being bots, providing insights and promoting transparency. The platform was developed in 2021 after the Pentagon was attacked on social media by the Russian-made SANA botnet during the Myanmar coup.
