How TikTok and Telegram Influenced the Elections in Romania

A dramatic dive into the Romanian presidential election, where TikTok algorithms, influencers, and even Russian influence suddenly intervene in the election process. How a little-known populist was able to rise to the top thanks to targeted social media campaigns, and how these events are becoming a warning about the hidden threats to democracy in the digital age. What lessons should we learn to protect ourselves from such manipulations in the future?