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October 23, 2026

Social media platforms’ role in amplifying extremist communities

The New Yorker interviewed ISD Senior Director Katherine Keneally on social media's role in amplifying the threat posed by online extremism.

October 22, 2026

ISD’s Milo Comerford discusses new documentary on The Com at UK Parliament

October 22, 2026

AI integration and its risks heading into US midterms

October 15, 2026

ISD’s Julia Ebner discusses her new book on politicization of extreme masculinity

October 15, 2026

Nidal Hasan becomes fixture in extremist propaganda amid discussions of public execution

October 13, 2026

The state of Russian information operations following attacks on Russian data centers

October 9, 2026

Scam advertisements promoting concealed carry permits target vulnerable populations

October 6, 2026

Recent German state elections show Russian information operations’ renewed focus

September 28, 2026

Islamic State’s decentralized digital ecosystem

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January 12, 2026

Anti-migrant rhetoric is on the rise in the UK

Anti-migrant rhetoric increased across the UK in 2025--spreading the message that non-white people are unwelcome in the country.

January 12, 2026

True Crime Community associated with tragedy, highlights nihilistic violence’s threat

The True Crime Community's ability to reach young audiences through apps like Roblox, Discord and TikTok has catastrophic consequences.

January 7, 2026

Indonesian police finds 70 students members of online True Crime Community

The Indonesian police uncovered that 70 students were members of social media groups affiliated with the True Crime Community.

December 23, 2025

Australian Jewish leaders urge government action to combat antisemitism

The tragic attack at Bondi Beach prompted discussions about the rising levels of antisemitism in recent years and urgently needed government action.

December 23, 2025

The true nature of Canada’s largest white nationalist group

Canada’s largest white nationalist group boasts a large online presence—but it contrasts with the group’s real-world objectives. 

December 22, 2025

Online activity driving continual threat from Islamic State

The Islamic State's caliphate collapsed over six years ago, but the terrorist group’s ideology continues to inspire catastrophic violence worldwide. 

December 22, 2025

Recent arrests in Toronto highlight Islamic State threat to Jewish community

Three Toronto men were charged with hate-motivated crimes targeting women and the Jewish community.

December 22, 2025

The revival of Russian covert operations in Mexico

In recent years, Russian clandestine activities against the US in Mexico have increased—a trend reminiscent of the Cold War years.