In recent days, a false report about Raúl Castro's supposed death has been making the rounds on social media. What’s concerning is that several social media profiles have fraudulently used the CiberCuba logo, creating images that appear to be authentic news screenshots from our outlet but are actually unverified fabrications.
CiberCuba wants to make it clear that it has not released any news confirming Raúl Castro's death. The circulating images are fake and aim to deceive the public by leveraging our medium’s credibility.
Impact of Disinformation on Public Trust
This type of disinformation not only confuses the population but also damages the reputation of those striving to provide accurate and verified information.
Unauthorized Use of CiberCuba's Logo
The fake news started spreading a few days ago, and soon multiple social media users began sharing manipulated images featuring the CiberCuba logo to give the false information an air of legitimacy. These images, which are meant to look like screenshots of a news article from our site, are entirely fabricated and have no connection to the content we’ve published.
In this instance, the rumor originated from a YouTube video where Juan Juan Almeida mentions a supposed illness of Raúl Castro. However, CiberCuba has not confirmed any information regarding this, and any image circulating without official backing should be considered suspicious.
How to Verify the Authenticity of Images
It's crucial to note that to verify if an image bearing the CiberCuba logo is genuine and credible, it should include a QR code that leads directly to the news article on our platform. If the image lacks this QR code, it is highly likely to be a doctored or manipulated image meant to deceive.
Protecting Yourself from Disinformation
In these times when fake news spreads rapidly, it is essential for the public to be cautious and verify the authenticity of the news they consume and share. We recommend that our readers always turn to reliable sources and avoid being part of the disinformation chain.
If you come across any post or social media account spreading false information using the CiberCuba name or logo, we appreciate you informing us so we can take appropriate action.