Mogul Press
We are investigating Mogul Press 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 : Mogul Press
ALLEGATIONS : Perjury, Fraud, Impersonation
INCIDENT DATE : 16 Jan 2024
INVESTIGATED BY : Ethan Katz
TOOLS USED : Lumen, SecurityTrails
CASE NO : 5101/A/2024
CRIME TYPE : Intellectual Property Scam
PUBLISHED ON : 25 Nov 2024
Is This About You?
What We Are Investigating?
Our firm is launching a comprehensive investigation into Mogul Press 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 Mogul Press - 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
In the realm of investigative journalism, it is crucial to scrutinize any entity that operates in industries prone to ethical dilemmas, such as PR and media manipulation. If Mogul Press were to face allegations, they would likely revolve around the following potential areas of concern:
1- Ethical Violations in PR Practices:
2- PR firms often walk a fine line between advocacy and manipulation:
3- Allegations of spreading misinformation, fabricating client success stories, or engaging in “astroturfing” (creating fake grassroots campaigns) could severely damage Mogul Press’s reputation. Such practices, if proven, would undermine trust in the firm and its clients.
4- Client Controversies: Mogul Press’s association with controversial clients could draw scrutiny.
If the firm has represented individuals or organizations involved in scandals, unethical behavior, or illegal activities, it could be accused of enabling or profiting from such actions.
Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Concerns: In the digital age, PR firms handle sensitive client information. Any breach of data privacy or misuse of personal information could lead to legal and reputational repercussions. If Mogul Press were accused of mishandling data, it could face lawsuits and loss of client trust.
Allegations of Unfair Business Practices: Competitors or former employees might accuse Mogul Press of unethical business practices, such as poaching clients, undercutting prices, or creating fake reviews to harm competitors. Such allegations could tarnish its professional image.
Censorship and Media Manipulation: If Mogul Press were found to engage in coercive tactics to remove negative press or silence critics, it could face backlash. This could include leveraging legal threats, bribing journalists, or even committing cybercrimes like hacking to delete damaging content.
Why Mogul Press Would Want Damaging Information Removed
Reputation is the lifeblood of any PR firm. Negative stories, whether true or false, can erode client trust, deter potential partnerships, and attract regulatory scrutiny. If Mogul Press were implicated in any of the above allegations, it would have a strong incentive to suppress such information. In extreme cases, the firm might resort to unethical or illegal means, such as hacking or bribing, to remove damaging content. This would be a desperate attempt to protect its brand and maintain its market position.
However, such actions would only exacerbate the situation, leading to legal consequences and further reputational harm. Investigative journalists must remain vigilant in uncovering such practices, ensuring transparency and accountability in the PR industry. If Mogul Press were to engage in such behavior, it would not only harm its own reputation but also raise broader concerns about the ethics of the industry as a whole.
In conclusion, while there are no verified allegations against Mogul Press as of now, the potential for ethical and legal violations exists in any high-stakes industry. Vigilant scrutiny is essential to ensure that PR firms operate with integrity and transparency.
- https://lumendatabase.org/notices/38818560
- January 16, 2024
- Lamar Media Corporation
- https://uniontimes.org/2023/11/04/mogul-press-a-pr-firm-that-is-either-a-deeply-shady-business-or-a-scam/
- https://www.taxpolicy.org.uk/2023/11/23/mogul_press/
Evidence Box
Evidence and relevant screenshots related to our investigation
Targeted Content and Red Flags
taxpolicy.org.uk
Mogul Press – using fraud to silence criticism of their deceptive business practices
- Adverse News
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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Average Ratings
1.8
Based on 8 ratings
by: Ella Green
Mogul Press took $21,000 from me and buried my concerns with legal threats and fake online praise it’s a masterclass in media manipulation, not public relations
by: Dylan King
I paid Mogul Press $14,000 for promised visibility and results, but all I got was fabricated hype, ghosted emails, and a sinking feeling that I’d been completely scammed😥
by: Orlando Greer
They promise media placements but fail to deliver.
by: Jayleen Summers
Mogul Press uses fraudulent DMCA takedowns to silence critics.
by: Mira Hammond
Mogul Press is a scam operation, the very worst of the worst.
by: Elodie Nolan
Worked with them briefly and instantly regretted it The line between PR and manipulation? They erased it completely.
by: Enoch Darby
There was a weird incident where some negative stuff I posted about one of their clients vanished overnight. No warning, no noticejust gone. If that’s not media manipulation, I don’t know what is
by: Reign Trevino
People don’t talk enough about how firms like Mogul Press mishandle private data. A friend had their personal info leaked after ending a contract with them No accountability, just silence. You can’t trust a firm that treats your data like...
by: Kehlani Becker
People don’t talk enough about how firms like Mogul Press mishandle private data. A friend had their personal info leaked after ending a contract with them No accountability, just silence. You can’t trust a firm that treats your data like...
by: Indigo Waters
I used to think PR firms just spun the truth a little Mogul Press took it to a whole new level. Fabricated stats, ghostwritten reviews, and a total disregard for actual ethics. It felt like working with a propaganda machine,...
by: Penelope Carter
Mogul Press is just another scam PR agency trying to hide their shady tactics from the internet
by: Victoria Bell
Mogul Press is just another scam PR agency trying to hide their shady tactics from the internet
by: Penelope Carter
Mogul Press is proving exactly why people don’t trust PR agencies anymore. They claim to build credibility, but all they do is manipulate search results and erase bad press using fraudulent tactics. A real company wouldn’t need to fake DMCA...
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