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THREAT INTEL: UK ELECTIONS – Corruption and Power: The Decline of Democratic Integrity.

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Gibraltar: Friday 21 June  2024 at 10:30 CET

THREAT INTEL: UK ELECTIONS – Corruption and Power: The Decline of Democratic Integrity.

By Andy Jenkinson – Guest Contributor |  Group CEO Cybersec Innovation Partners
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Corruption and Power: The Decline of Democratic Integrity.

In recent years, the political landscape has been marred by widespread corruption and self-serving behaviour among those in power. The U.S. and UK certainly do not have the monopoly on such actions or conduct.

The United Kingdom, led by the Conservative Party for the past 14 years, stands on the brink of a seismic shift as public dissatisfaction grows.

The Labour Party, under Sir Keir Starmer, is poised to reclaim governance in a Landslide amid damning evidence of collusion, corruption, and criminal conduct within the current ruling party.

One of the most recent and alarming revelations involves insider trading by Conservative politicians placing bets based on privileged information ahead of the upcoming election, set incongruously on U.S. Independence Day, 4 July 2024.

These politicians as well as No.10 Police Officers’ brazen acts exemplifies the depths of unethical and immoral behaviour that have come to characterize modern politics.

The global coverage and influence of digital surveillance became the forefather of cybercrime, undermining democracies, economies, and societies.

The extensive capabilities of agencies like the National Security Agency and GCHQ laid the groundwork for cyber crime and external tampering in elections.

Critical systems, such as Domain Name Systems (DNS), managed by ‘select’ government tech partners, are particularly vulnerable to manipulation. This exposure raises significant concerns about the integrity and overall security of both UK and U.S. elections and their outcomes.

The quote attributed to Joseph Stalin, “It’s not who votes that counts, but who counts the votes,” resonates disturbingly in this context.

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In an era dominated by digital surveillance and cyber espionage, the manipulation of electoral outcomes by those in power is a grave threat to democracy.

Many politicians have increasingly and blatantly prioritized self-promotion and personal wealth accumulation, often through dubious means. This trend is facilitated by close collaborations with tech giants, who, in exchange for lucrative government contracts, provide the tools and platforms for Surveillance and influencing public opinion.

Techniques such as Nudge Theory and sophisticated manipulation ensure that voter choices are not as autonomous as they once might have been.

In essence, politics has devolved into a contest where victory is usually determined by financial backing and technological prowess.

The promises of security and transparency are completely overshadowed by the reality of systemic corruption, leaving the electorate disillusioned and democracy itself in peril.

Cybersec Innovation Partners
WhitethornShield
FBI Cyber Division
The White House
The Electoral Commission
Votegov
Central Intelligence Agency
National Cybersecurity Coordination Center (NCSCC)
Information Commissioner’s Office
InternetSecurity
DNS
PKI

 

About Andy Jenkinson

Group CEO CIP. Fellow Cyber Theory Institute. Director Fintech & Cyber Security Alliance (FITCA) working with Governments. Recognised Expert in Internet Asset & DNS Vulnerabilities.

Andy Jenkinson is a senior and seasoned innovative Executive with over 30 years’ experience as a hands-on lateral thinking CEO, coach, and leader. A ‘big deal’ business accelerator, and inspirational, lateral thinker, Andy has crafted, created, and been responsible for delivering 100’s £ millions of projects within the Cyber, Technical, Risk and Compliance markets for some of the world’s largest, leading organisations. Andy has a demonstrable track record of largescale technical delivery and management within many sectors including the Professional, Managed, and Financial Services.