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  • Oct282024

    In Sweden, a Domestic Troll Farm Tests Democracy

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    Introduction Since the mid-twentieth century, Sweden has enshrined itself as a beacon of pluralistic, liberal social democracy. The much-admired “Swedish…

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  • Oct252024

    Amplifying Extremism: White Supremacists and Far-Right Groups on Spotify

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    Content warning: This Insight contains language and images that are antisemitic, Islamophobic and racist.  Introduction Over the past few years,…

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  • Oct222024

    A Digital Megaphone: The Far Right’s Use of Podcasts for Radicalisation

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    Introduction In recent years, podcasts have exploded as a medium for communication, discussion, and entertainment. This digital platform is inexpensive…

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  • Oct182024

    Telegram’s Hate Memes: A Visual Analysis in the German Extremist Online Sphere

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    Introduction Memes are an integral part of modern-day communication. In their ubiquity, memes are consistently co-opted by extremist actors, including…

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  • Oct162024

    Wagner PMC Recruitment: The Strategic Link Between Combat Sports and Online Propaganda

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    The Link Between Combat Sports and PMC Wagner With a worldwide consolidated fan base, Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) has grown…

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  • Oct142024

    3D-Printing in Conflict Zones: A Game-Changer?

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    Introduction While 3D printing has largely been used for peaceful purposes in both commercial and engineering applications, it has also…

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  • Oct102024

    Objective ‘Golden’ Security: What can be Learned From Paris 2024

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    Introduction 26 July – 11 August 2024. Paris, France, was in the spotlight: swarms of local and international visitors, competing…

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  • Oct082024

    Agent Provocateurs: Online Hindutva Groups’ Misinformation Campaign Amid Bangladesh’s Political Crisis

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    Introduction In today’s digital age, falsehoods travel faster than real news and garners instant traction. Through well-curated dis and misinformation…

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  • Oct042024

    The Rise of Monero: ISKP’s Preferred Cryptocurrency for Terror Financing

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    Introduction The Islamic State (IS) transnational jihadist group has increasingly turned to cryptocurrency alongside traditional fundraising channels for financing its…

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  • Oct022024

    Strategic Shift or Short-Lived Endeavour: Islamic State’s Media Strategy in Southeast Asia

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    Introduction On 26 April 2024, Fursan al-Tarjuma, an umbrella organisation of pro-Islamic State (IS) media outlets that publishes IS content…

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