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US Trial May Uncover Who Funded Hackers Targeting Exxon Climate Critics

US Trial May Uncover Who Funded Hackers Targeting Exxon Climate Critics

15 Temmuz 2026The Guardian
  • A US court case is drawing attention from climate activists as it may uncover who hired hackers to target them nearly a decade ago. ExxonMobil has denied any involvement, despite revelations that its scientists acknowledged the climate crisis caused by fossil fuels as early as 1982.
  • The case follows a series of media reports that led to investigations into Exxon's funding of climate denial campaigns.
  • The case comes in the wake of a broader scrutiny of ExxonMobil's actions following the exposure of its internal knowledge about climate change. The company's historical funding of climate denial campaigns has led to legal challenges from various states, aiming to hold the oil giant accountable for its role in the cl…
  • The ongoing trial not only highlights the intersection of corporate interests and climate activism but also raises questions about the lengths to which companies may go to silence dissent. If it is revealed that ExxonMobil or its affiliates were behind the hacking, it could have significant implications for corporat…
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This article reflects the current legal proceedings and opinions surrounding ExxonMobil and the climate activism movement, and should not be construed as definitive conclusions about the company's actions.