Triangle of Cyber, Terrorism and Radicalization

Authors

  • Sevde KAPU

Keywords:

Cyberspace, Cyber Radicalization, Terrorism, ISIS

Abstract

Cyberspace, called the new field of terrorism, is a transition zone from traditional terrorism to cyber-terrorism. The concept of cyber terrorism created by the combination of the words cyber and terrorism that generates a great risk environment in a world that is increasingly dependent on technology. Terrorist groups that take advantage of the opportunities for unlimited, anonymous and low-cost cyberspace are easily adapted to cyberspace and try to achieve their goals of radicalization through methods such as propaganda and recruitment. In a digitized world, it is possible that terrorist organizations will gain strength and endanger the national security of states by carrying out major cyber attacks.

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2021-07-16

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KAPU, S. (2021). Triangle of Cyber, Terrorism and Radicalization. Cyberpolitik Journal, 6(11), 48-58. Retrieved from http://cyberpolitikjournal.org/index.php/main/article/view/127

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