Alexandra Ba-Tin is a doctoral candidate at the University of Edinburgh, where she researches the intersection of hybrid threats and space-based assets in national security strategies. Her unique perspective combines academic expertise with hands-on experience in the defence and security sector, where she specialized in business analysis, data ethics, and privacy protection. As a War…
Julia Ebner is an Austrian researcher, author, and leading expert in extremism and radicalisation studies, based in London and Oxford. Born and raised in Vienna, Austria, she developed an early interest in extremism during her academic career. Her educational background is extensive and international, completing her undergraduate studies with both a BA in Philosophy and…
In a revealing discussion on The International Risk Podcast, terrorism experts Bruce Hoffman and Jacob Ware shed light on the transforming landscape of far-right extremism and its growing implications for global security. Their insights, drawn from their recent book God, Guns, and Sedition, present a concerning picture of how traditional extremist movements have evolved in…
In this compelling episode of The International Risk Podcast, host Dominic Bowen engages in an in-depth discussion with Bruce Hoffman and Jacob Ware, co-authors of God, Guns, and Sedition and leading experts on political violence and extremism. Their conversation explores the evolving landscape of far-right terrorism and its implications for global security. As Senior Fellow…
Jacob Ware is a distinguished expert in contemporary extremist movements and domestic terrorism, currently serving as a Research Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations. His work focuses on the critical intersection of far-right extremism, digital radicalisation, and national security, providing crucial insights into emerging threats to democratic institutions. As an Adjunct Professor at Georgetown…
Bruce Hoffman is one of the world’s foremost authorities on terrorism and counterterrorism strategy, bringing nearly five decades of expertise to the analysis of extremist movements. As a Senior Fellow for Counterterrorism and Homeland Security at the Council on Foreign Relations, he provides critical insights into evolving security threats facing democratic institutions globally. Currently serving…
In today’s interconnected global business environment, European organisations face an unprecedented complexity of security challenges and international risks. Business leaders must recognize that terrorist threats can emerge from multiple vectors – both from within their own workforce and from the communities where they operate. This dual nature of risk requires a sophisticated and comprehensive approach…
Our guest on this week’s episode – titled ‘How Russia Capitilises on Crises’ – is Dr. Stepan Stepanenko, a distinguished expert on Eastern European affairs, international relations, and defence policy. Dr. Stepanenko currently serves as the director of Forward Strategy Ltd., a UK-based political relations and media consultancy, and as Director of Research at the…
In this compelling episode of The International Risk Podcast, host Dominic Bowen engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Stepan Stepanenko, a leading expert on Eastern European affairs, international security, and disinformation strategies. Dr. Stepanenko serves as the Director of Forward Strategy Limited and Director of Research at the Forum for Foreign Relations, bringing invaluable…
In a recent episode of The International Risk Podcast, Dr. Stepan Stepanenko shed light on Russia’s sophisticated disinformation campaigns and their impact on social unrest in Western countries. This article delves deeper into one of the key topics discussed: the weaponization of social media by foreign actors, particularly Russia, to exploit and exacerbate social tensions….