Fake ‘Fox News’, ‘CNN’ and ‘Al Jazeera’ illegally operating from Bangladesh |
In a deeply alarming development, Blitz investigations have uncovered the existence of multiple fake news channels operating from Bangladesh that are illegally using the names, branding, and perceived authority of some of the world’s most prominent international media organizations – namely Fox News, CNN, and Al Jazeera. These entities have no legal, editorial, or institutional affiliation with the original networks, yet they continue to function openly across digital platforms, misleading audiences and exploiting public trust.
Such activities constitute a serious violation of international media norms, trademark protections, and ethical journalism standards, while posing grave risks to the credibility of global news ecosystems.
In our opinion, this is a dangerous imposture in the digital media space.
Fake ‘Fox News BD’: Misusing a global brand
One of the most striking examples identified by Blitz is a channel calling itself “Fox News BD”. Operating through a dedicated website and multiple social media accounts – particularly on Facebook – this entity presents itself in a manner designed to mimic the internationally........