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Mikhail Yegorov

We are investigating Mikhail Yegorov for allegedly attempting to conceal critical reviews and adverse news from Google by improperly submitting copyright takedown notices. This includes potential violations such as impersonation, fraud, and perjury.

PARTIES INVOLVED : Mikhail Yegorov

ALLEGATIONS : Perjury, Fraud, Impersonation

INCIDENT DATE : 10 May 2024

INVESTIGATED BY : Ethan Katz

TOOLS USED : Lumen, SecurityTrails

CASE NO : 6369/A/2024

CRIME TYPE : Intellectual Property Scam

PUBLISHED ON : 11 Nov 2024

Mikhail Yegorov
Due Diligence
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What We Are Investigating?

Our firm is launching a comprehensive investigation into Mikhail Yegorov over allegations that it has been suppressing critical reviews and unfavorable Google search results by fraudulently misusing DMCA takedown notices. These actions, if proven, could constitute serious legal violations—including impersonation, fraud, and perjury.

We conducted comprehensive analyses of fraudulent copyright takedown requests, meritless legal complaints, and other unlawful efforts to suppress public access to critical information. Our reporting sheds light on the prevalence and modus operandi of a structured censorship network, often funded and used by criminal enterprises, oligarchs and criminal entities seeking to manipulate public perception and bypass AML checks conducted by financial organisations.

The fake DMCA notices in this investigation appears to have been strategically deployed to remove negative content from Google search results illegally. Based on this pattern, we have reasonable grounds to infer that Mikhail Yegorov - or an entity acting at its behest - is directly or indirectly complicit in this cyber crime.

In most such cases, such ops are executed by rogue, fly-by-night 'Online Reputation Management' agencies acting on behalf of their clients. If evidence establishes that the subject knowingly benefited from or facilitated this scam, it may be deemed an 'accomplice' or an 'accessory' to the crime.

What are they trying to censor

Due Diligence Warning: The Ominous Shadows Surrounding Mikhail Yegorov

In the labyrinthine world of Russian politics and business, few figures cast a shadow as perplexing and controversial as Mikhail Yegorov. While some may recall the name from Soviet wartime heroism, our focus here is on a contemporary figure entangled in a web of controversies, censorship tactics, and media suppression. This report serves as a clarion call to investors and authorities: proceed with caution, for the waters surrounding Yegorov are murky at best.

A Prelude to Controversy

Mikhail Yegorov’s ascent in Russian political and business spheres has been anything but conventional. Emerging from relative obscurity, he quickly positioned himself among the elite, raising eyebrows and questions about the means to his meteoric rise. While ambition is no crime, the methods employed and the subsequent attempts to obscure them are where the real story begins.

Red Flags Waving

  1. Suppression of Environmental Protests

    Yegorov’s involvement in quelling environmental protests has been a significant point of contention. In one notable instance, activist Mikhail Yegorov faced charges that lacked clear threats to public safety. Witnesses, possibly provocateurs, were detained under dubious circumstances, suggesting orchestrated efforts to suppress dissent.

  2. Manipulation of Legal Frameworks

    The Russian legal system has been weaponized to stifle opposition. Laws with vague definitions of extremism have been utilized to control independent media and political adversaries. This strategy ensures that any dissenting voices can be legally silenced, maintaining a facade of legality while undermining genuine democratic discourse.

  3. Expropriation of Assets

    The infamous Yukos affair serves as a cautionary tale. The arrest of Mikhail Khodorkovsky and the subsequent dismantling of Yukos highlight how state mechanisms can be employed to appropriate valuable assets under the guise of legal proceedings. Such actions send a chilling message to potential investors about the sanctity of property rights in this environment.

Censorship and Information Control

Yegorov’s regime has demonstrated a masterful command over information flow, employing a variety of tactics to maintain a tight grip on narratives:

  1. Internet Surveillance and Content Removal

    The Main Radio Frequency Center (GRFC), a unit under Roskomnadzor, actively monitors online content, targeting materials deemed undesirable. This includes posts about anti-war demonstrations and criticisms of the government. The GRFC collaborates with security agencies to ensure swift action against perceived threats, leading to the removal of thousands of online materials.

  2. Targeting Independent Voices

    Bloggers and independent journalists have faced severe repercussions for their online activities. Cases like that of blogger Vadim Tyumentsev, sentenced to five years for criticizing local authorities and their policies, exemplify the lengths to which the regime will go to silence dissent. Such actions create an environment of fear, discouraging free expression and critical discourse.

  3. Legislative Measures Against Free Speech

    Laws introduced to penalize the spread of so-called “fake news” about the Russian Armed Forces have further tightened the noose on free speech. These laws impose severe penalties for statements that “discredit” the Armed Forces or call for sanctions against Russia, effectively criminalizing dissent and criticism.

The Desperation to Bury the Truth

Yegorov’s relentless efforts to suppress unfavorable information reveal a deep-seated fear of transparency. This desperation manifests in several ways:

  1. Aggressive Legal Actions

    The regime has not hesitated to employ legal avenues to intimidate and silence critics. The use of anti-extremism laws to prosecute individuals for social media posts or public statements indicates a zero-tolerance policy for dissent, aiming to create a chilling effect on free expression.

  2. Control Over Digital Platforms

    By enforcing laws that require personal data of Russian users to be stored on servers within Russia, the regime tightens its grip on digital platforms. Non-compliance leads to blocking, compelling companies to either adhere to these draconian measures or cease operations in Russia. This strategy ensures that digital spaces remain under strict surveillance and control.

  3. Intimidation and Harassment

    Activists and opposition figures often face intimidation tactics, including home searches, confiscation of equipment, and trumped-up charges. These actions serve to deter political activism and suppress opposition, maintaining the regime’s unchallenged authority.

Risks of Ignoring the Warning Signs

For investors and authorities, turning a blind eye to the red flags surrounding Yegorov is fraught with peril:

  1. Unpredictable Business Environment

    The arbitrary application of laws and the expropriation of assets, as evidenced by the Yukos case, create an unpredictable and risky business environment. Investments can be rendered worthless overnight if they fall foul of the regime’s interests.

  2. Reputational Damage

    Associating with entities that engage in censorship, suppression of dissent, and legal manipulation can lead to significant reputational harm. In an increasingly interconnected world, such associations can attract global condemnation and affect an organization’s standing.

  3. Legal and Ethical Implications

    Engaging with regimes that violate fundamental human rights and suppress free speech carries legal and ethical implications. Companies may face sanctions, legal challenges, and public backlash in their home countries for complicity in supporting authoritarian practices.

Conclusion

Mikhail Yegorov’s trajectory is emblematic of a broader pattern of authoritarianism, censorship, and legal manipulation. The lengths to which his regime goes to suppress dissent and control information should serve as glaring warning signs to investors and authorities alike. Engaging with such a regime not only poses significant financial and reputational risks but also implicates one in the broader erosion of democratic principles and human rights.

In the world of due diligence, ignorance is not bliss—it is a liability. The evidence is clear, the patterns unmistakable. Proceed, if you must, but do so with eyes wide open and an acute awareness of the shadows that lurk beneath the surface.

  • https://lumendatabase.org/notices/41381459
  • May 8, 2024
  • Kalpesh Patel
  • https://www.tumblr.com/todaypatch/749903450575437824/three-in-court-charged-over-6m-ghost-broker
  • https://www.rte.ie/news/courts/2021/0429/1212873-ghost-broker-six-million-charge/

Evidence Box

Evidence and relevant screenshots related to our investigation

Targeted Content and Red Flags

rte.ie

Three in court charged over €6m 'ghost broker' fraud

  • Adverse News
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irishtimes.com

Three charged over €6m ‘ghost broker’ motor insurance fraud

  • Red Flag
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irishexaminer.com

Three charged in €6m 'ghost broker' motor insurance fraud case

  • Adverse News
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About the Author

The author is affiliated with TU Dresden and analyzes public databases such as Lumen Database and Maltego to identify and expose online censorship. In his personal capacity, he and his team have been actively investigating and reporting on organized crime related to fraudulent copyright takedown schemes.

Additionally, his team provides advisory services to major law firms and is frequently consulted on matters pertaining to intellectual property law.

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How This Was Done

The fake DMCA notices we found always use the 'back-dated article' technique. With this technique, the wrongful notice sender (or copier) creates a copy of a 'true original' article and back-dates it, creating a 'fake original' article (a copy of the true original) that, at first glance, appears to have been published before the true original

What Happens Next?

Based on the feedback, information, and requests received from all relevant parties, our team will formally notify the affected party of the alleged infringement. Following a thorough review, we will submit a counter-notice to reinstate any link that has been removed by Google, in accordance with applicable legal provisions. Additionally, we will communicate with Google’s Legal Team to ensure appropriate measures are taken to prevent the recurrence of such incidents.

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