DST Global Partners

DST Global Partners is a global investment firm that specializes in investing in internet companies and technology-oriented firms, focusing on high-growth sectors and innovative business models.

CCI Score

-9.34

June 18

Latest Event

DST Global Defends Investment Practices Against Allegations of Political Influence

In a detailed public response, DST Global, led by Yuri Milner, refuted claims that its early investments in tech giants like Facebook and Twitter were driven by Kremlin influence. The firm emphasized that its decisions were based on sound business logic and that its structural practices—such as not taking board seats and divesting prior to major elections—demonstrate a commitment to keeping political interference at bay.

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COLLABORATOR

DST Global Partners is currently rated as a Collaborator.

-5 to -9 CCI Score

In this category, companies align with authoritarian practices mainly to avoid trouble or regulatory conflict. Their compliance is driven by self-preservation, resulting in minimal resistance even as they participate in oppressive systems.

Latest Events

NOV

05

2017

DST Global Defends Investment Practices Against Allegations of Political Influence
18.66

In a detailed public response, DST Global, led by Yuri Milner, refuted claims that its early investments in tech giants like Facebook and Twitter were driven by Kremlin influence. The firm emphasized that its decisions were based on sound business logic and that its structural practices—such as not taking board seats and divesting prior to major elections—demonstrate a commitment to keeping political interference at bay.
+40

Public and Political Behavior

June 18

DST Global’s public defense against allegations of political manipulation reflects a clear stance that its operations are strictly business-driven and not intended to influence democratic processes. By emphasizing its business logic and distancing itself from politically charged funding narratives, the company upholds democratic norms, which is favorable from an anti-fascist perspective.

Yuri Milner says he was not working for Russia to turn social media against U.S. democracy
NOV

05

2017

DST Global’s Authoritarian Investment Ties Revealed
-37.33

Investigative reports show that Kremlin-linked VTB Bank directed $191 million into DST Global for its Twitter investment, linking the firm to state-owned enterprises with close ties to Russia’s authoritarian regime. This connection raises ethical concerns about DST Global’s financial engagements and potential indirect political influence.
-80

Economic Collaboration

June 18

DST Global received significant funding from VTB Bank, a Kremlin-owned institution, to finance its investments in high-profile technology companies like Twitter. This financial relationship with a state-backed entity raises red flags from an anti-fascist perspective, suggesting potential complicity in structures that support authoritarian regimes.

Kremlin-owned firms linked to major investments in Twitter and Facebook