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International Technology and infrastructure

Interview: Rising drone capabilities of non-state actors

Recent years have seen an increase in drone proliferation of non-state actors, and the risk that drones might be used for terrorist attacks in the West is of high concern for those in charge of counter-terrorism measures.

Security Technology and infrastructure

Emerging technologies: implications for CBRN terrorism

Emergent technologies are likely to have major implications with regards to chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) terrorism. While the CBRN overall threat level is still low, developments in technology could leverage its impact in the future.

International Security Technology and infrastructure

Emerging technologies: terrorism and UAVs

Deployment of UAVs in warzones by non-state actors presages their use in terrorist attacks – and as regulation struggles to catch up with technological advances, the risk is rising.

Asia Pacific Technology and infrastructure

Want a flying car? China’s drone industry can oblige

China is the leading centre for civilian and recreational drone production, with Chinese companies dominating the global market.

International Technology and infrastructure

UAVs: The future of terrorist weaponry?

With rising threats of new terror attacks and concerns that new networks will emerge, governments should be cautious and think ahead about preventing the next phase of terror: the use

Middle East/North Africa Security

Iraq’s development suffers as ISIS takes control

In December 2013 insurgents linked to Al-Qaeda captured key strategic cities in Iraq’s largest province, Anbar. Iraqi development is certain to suffer from it. The Islamic State in Iraq and Syria