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Tech Against Terrorism

Tech Against Terrorism
Islamic State
Islamic State Khorasan Province
ISKP
Incels
Israel-Hamas Conflict
Fursan Al-Tarjuma
Violence
Misogyny
Terrorism
Media Jihad
Taliban
Viral Propaganda
Telegram
Cryptocurrency
Online Communities
Content Moderation
Far-Right Terrorism
Qassem Soleimani
Male Supremacy
Black Pill Ideology

Want to learn more about how terrorists and violent extremists are using the internet to communicate and share propaganda? Perhaps you’re interested in why terrorists share their manifestos online and livestream their attacks? The Tech Against Terrorism podcast is a deep dive into the evolving use of the internet by terrorists and violent extremists, how this relates to real world harms, and what ... more

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From online propaganda targeting youth, to the gendered dynamics of extremist groups, Southeast Asia faces a unique set of terrorism challenges that are often overlooked by the international community.

In this episode, host Lucas Webber is joined by... more

Founded by Osama bin Laden in the late 1980s, Al-Qaeda is best known for orchestrating the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks in the United States, which killed nearly 3,000 people. But what kind of threat does the violent Islamist organisation pos... more

The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) is fighting for the independence of Balochistan, a resource-rich but politically marginalised region in Pakistan. In pursuit of that goal, the group have evolved both their offline and online strategies, from sui... more

Accelerationism is no longer a fringe theory - it’s become a dangerous ideological driver behind a growing number of real-world terrorist attacks. Rooted in the belief that societal collapse should be sped up to bring new world order, this radical wo... more

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Recent Guests

Julie Chernov Hwang
Associate professor at the Department of Political Science and International Relations at Goucher College, and senior research fellow at the Soufan Center.
Goucher College
Episode: Radicalisation in Southeast Asia: What we can learn from the region
Edmund Fitton-Brown
Former British diplomat and expert on Al-Qaeda
United Nations Monitoring Team
Episode: Al Qaeda: Current Capabilities and Threat Trajectories
Riccardo Valle
A researcher who specializes in jihadism, armed groups, and regional politics in Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Episode: Balochistan Liberation Army: Pakistan’s Rising Militant Challenge
Ben Makuch
National security reporter and contributor to The Guardian
The Guardian
Episode: Accelerationism: From Online Subcultures to Real-World Violence
Peter Smith
Independent researcher and journalist with the Canadian Anti Hate Network
Canadian Anti Hate Network
Episode: Accelerationism: From Online Subcultures to Real-World Violence
Yannick Veilleux-Lepage
Assistant Professor at the Royal Military College of Canada
Royal Military College of Canada
Episode: Blueprints for Violence: How Extremists Are Weaponising 3D Printing
Aaron Zelin
Fellow at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy and founder of Jihadology
Washington Institute for Near East Policy
Episode: The Evolution of the Islamic State: From Regional Force to Global Threat
Don Rassler
Director of Strategic Initiatives at the Combating Terrorism Center at the US Military Academy at West Point
US Military Academy
Episode: The Dark Side of Drone Tech: How Extremists Are Exploiting UAVs
Daveed Gartenstein-Ross
Founder and CEO of Valens Games, recognized expert on political violence.
Valens Games
Episode: Game On: How Simulations are Enhancing Counter-Terrorism Responses

Host

Lucas Webber
Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst at Tech Against Terrorism, Lucas Webber possesses expertise in the digital tactics utilized by violent extremists and the preventive measures that can be employed by the tech sector.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 58 ratings
  • Went downhill; cherry picking; lack of objectivism; political aims

    Writing as an academic working in a department with a counter-terror minor. Show started great but has become unbalanced and lacks objectivity. Just look at the episodes the last year - stay at home moms, fitness, guns and far right anything. Did you ever think that maybe there are well educated members of society that choose to stay at home to raise their children instead of paying someone else to do it? And maybe they’re marginalized by DINKs that look down on them, and they want community? Th... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    theo.mac
    United Statesa year ago
  • So right

    Can I share a story I should start my own podcast

    Back in 2015 I started to listen to corridos cartel music. Imagine not having nothing and your life changes like Chapo every Kid in Mexico dreams that. The woman the cars private days with Paris Hilton,Dubai well the plata forms made it easy to hire sicario not only that able to track the shipments of drugs,flying it from California to Texas. Was good when wars happen ? Propaganda the platforms will sell anything. I just too have 5 million follo... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    etiujmm
    United States3 years ago
  • Must listen.

    Genuinely fascinating insight as to how can Technology can be used for and against society.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Occasionall Gamer
    United Kingdom6 years ago

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Overall, many appreciate the expert guests featured, which lend credibility and depth to the discussions.
Some critiques highlight concerns over the balance of discussion topics, suggesting a perceived political bias in content selections.
Listeners commend the podcast for its fascinating insights into the technologies employed by violent extremists and the evolving nature of terrorism in the digital age.

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Talking Points

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Radicalisation in Southeast Asia: What we can learn from the region
Q: What are some of the key factors that lead individuals to want to leave these groups?
Disillusionment with tactics, leaders, and a desire for personal development, such as becoming a father or seeking professional opportunities.
Al Qaeda: Current Capabilities and Threat Trajectories
Q: What is the scale of the threat, the likelihood of AQAP ex-ops, Inspire attacks, or hybrid plots?
Al-Qaeda is utilizing inspired attacks where individuals are motivated by propaganda found online to carry out attacks, while facilitated attacks involve closer assistance from the group, increasing the likelihood of success.
Balochistan Liberation Army: Pakistan’s Rising Militant Challenge
Q: What's the long-term outlook for BLA's operations and actions?
The BLA will continue to develop new tactics and occupy urban areas, while maintaining their propaganda amidst ongoing grievances in Balochistan.
Balochistan Liberation Army: Pakistan’s Rising Militant Challenge
Q: And when we look at the kind of operations of the BLA, even though they are regionally focused, why did they decide to kind of expand their target set and attack and verbally threaten in their propaganda foreign interests?
Baloch militant groups expanded their narratives against Chinese interests due to perceived exploitation of Baloch resources.
Balochistan Liberation Army: Pakistan’s Rising Militant Challenge
Q: Could you elaborate on the use of female operatives and suicide bombers, kind of how this came about and developed and where it's at right now?
The BLA has been spearheading with educated women and mothers as operatives, conveying a message that promotes self-sacrifice for the Baloch nation.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tech Against Terrorism

What is Tech Against Terrorism about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the intersection of technology and extremism, this series examines how terrorists exploit the internet to spread propaganda and coordinate activities. Through expert discussions, insights are revealed about pressing topics such as the evolving tactics of violent extremists, the implications of digital weapons like 3D printed firearms, and the challenges posed by online recruitment and financing methods. The conversations also delve into case studies of real-world events, including the rise of jihadism in specific regions and the impact of drone technology in extremist operations. With a strong commitment to fostering understanding of these threats, the series aims to bridge the gap between technology and counter-terrorism practi... more

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2. Edmund Fitton-Brown
3. Riccardo Valle
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5. Peter Smith
6. Yannick Veilleux-Lepage
7. Aaron Zelin
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