- Instagram influencer Noah Orion fabricated a fake cease-and-desist letter from Flock to gain attention and followers.
- Orion's posts, including claims of legal risk, are part of a pattern of exaggerating threats to boost his personal brand.
- Real anti-Flock activists and journalists face genuine legal threats, such as Flock targeting DeFlock and HaveIBeenFlocked.
- Orion uses engagement tactics like bots and giveaways to game Instagram algorithms and promote his merch.
- Critics, including researcher Benn Jordan, argue that Orion's disinformation harms the legitimate fight against surveillance.
- Flock confirmed the cease-and-desist letters are fake, stating they encourage public debate and did not issue them.