Extremists, be they right-wing, left-wing or jihadists, make use of the Internet just like everybody else does – only with different intentions. From the mere presentation of information on static websites to active recruitment in closed, encrypted chatrooms and the spreading of propaganda, the Internet has served as an enabler for recruitment and radicalisation. While researchers agree that the Internet is rarely the sole driver of radicalisation, it certainly can act as a facilitator.
Author: Louis Jarvers
This paper was presented at the 4th conference of the European Counter Terrorism Centre (ECTC) Advisory Network on terrorism and propaganda, 14-15 March 2023, at Europol Headquarters, The Hague. The views expressed are the authors’ own and do not necessarily represent those of Europol.
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