Investigation Launched into Social Media Manipulations on Borsa Istanbul
The Bakırköy Chief Public Prosecutor's Office has launched an investigation against speculation and disinformation activities carried out via social media on Borsa Istanbul.
The Bakırköy Chief Public Prosecutor's Office has officially taken action regarding social media posts that affect the prices of capital market instruments and mislead investors on Borsa Istanbul.
Grounds for the Investigation
The Bakırköy Chief Public Prosecutor's Office has initiated an inquiry due to the recent increase in social media-focused speculation and disinformation activities on Borsa Istanbul.
Posts that negatively affect the prices of capital market instruments and the decisions of small investors have been placed under scrutiny.
Activities to Be Carried Out
Within the framework of the investigation, the digital footprints of suspects attempting to disrupt market balance through manipulative posts will be tracked.
Official instructions were given to the Istanbul Provincial Gendarmerie Command to identify the suspects and gather evidence.
Combating Cyber Crimes
Cyber crime teams are working to identify the names behind accounts that artificially affect stock prices with baseless news.
A large-scale operation is being conducted to individually determine the persons who generate unfair gains and victimize citizens.