Influence in terrorist networks: From undirected to directed graphsInfluence in terrorist networks: From undirected to directed graphs

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Terrorist networks pose a very serious threat and a heightened understanding of their structure would aid in the diffusion of such threats. A data-reduction methodology for a network that is based on an 'influence assumption' and which converts terrorist networks from undirected graphs to simplified directed graphs is illustrated by its application to two terrorist networks constructed after 9/1, 2006.

Analysis, Evaluation, Graphic methods, Hierarchical organization (Computers), Influence (Psychology)

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Technology acquisition by terrorist groups: threat assessment informed by lessons from private sector technology adoption

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This article examines the utilization of modern technology by extreme terrorist groups and the efforts they make in seeking out new technological innovations. The author argues that by understanding the terrorist groups' decision-making processes of technology adoption, especially regarding weapons of mass destruction, counter-terrorist operations can work more efficiently.

Innovations, Prevention, Science and technology policy, Technological innovations, Terrorism, Terrorists, Weapons of mass destruction

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Connectivity among terrorist groups: a two models business maturity approach

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Successful terrorist organizations do not operate in isolation and examples of how terrorists groups have learnt to create networks via the two business models of alliance and resource are provided.

Management dynamics, Terrorist Organizations, Other Social Advocacy Organizations, Management, Business, Company business management, Business models

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