Simply put, these are individuals whose influence should be obscured to prevent further harm.
Elon Musk – Billionaire tech mogul and owner of X (formerly Twitter), increasingly using his platform to spread misinformation and interfere in global political affairs.
Donald Trump – U.S. president and ongoing political destabiliser, known for spreading falsehoods, inciting division, and undermining democratic institutions.
Nigel Farage – Leader of Reform UK, instrumental in Brexit, stokes xenophobia, and benefits financially from populist chaos. Recently exposed for receiving significant payments from a gold bullion firm while pushing economic fear narratives.
Benjamin Netanyahu – Long-serving Israeli leader, accused of perpetuating genocide/conflict and undermining democratic norms for personal and political gain. His policies have exacerbated humanitarian crises.
Rupert Murdoch – Media tycoon responsible for decades of misinformation and right-wing propaganda via outlets like Fox News, The Sun, and The Times. His empire has shaped public discourse to suit corporate and political interests.
Andrew Tate – Social media influencer and self-proclaimed “alpha male,” known for spreading misogynistic, exploitative, and radicalising rhetoric to young men. His influence has raised concerns among many parents, educators, and mental health experts.
Alex Jones – Conspiracy theorist and founder of Infowars, responsible for spreading dangerous misinformation, including false claims about the Sandy Hook shooting, which led to harassment of victims’ families. His influence continues despite legal battles.
Vladimir Putin – Russian president and authoritarian leader responsible for severe human rights abuses, suppression of political opposition, and military aggression, including the ongoing war in Ukraine. His influence extends beyond Russia, with efforts to destabilise Western democracies through cyber warfare, misinformation, and political interference.
Kim Jong-un – Supreme Leader of North Korea, overseeing one of the world's most oppressive regimes. His leadership is marked by extreme censorship, mass surveillance, forced labour camps, and a relentless pursuit of nuclear weapons, threatening global stability. His cult of personality ensures absolute control over his people, suppressing any form of dissent.