Cyberterrorism: Incubator for Ideological Dissemination and Recruitment of Terrorist Networks

Sapto Priyanto; Syafira Tasya Azzahra

doi:10.55927/fjmr.v4i2.90

Authors

Sapto Priyanto Universitas Indonesia
Syafira Tasya Azzahra Sekolah Kajian Stratejik dan Global Universitas Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55927/fjmr.v4i2.90

Keywords:

Cyberterrorism, Social Media, Spread of Ideology, Recruitment

Abstract

The rapid development of information technology has significantly influenced various aspects of human life, including communication and information dissemination. However, these advancements have also been exploited by terrorist groups to spread radical ideologies and recruit new members through digital platforms, particularly social media. This study examines the use of social media as an effective tool for terrorist organizations, with a specific focus on the recruitment and propaganda strategies of ISIS. Utilizing various online platforms such as websites, Facebook, Twitter, and Telegram, ISIS has successfully expanded its influence globally. According to internal data from BNPT, nearly 50% of ISIS's budget is allocated to media-related activities, highlighting the crucial role of cyberspace in their operations. This research aims to analyze the patterns of radical content dissemination, the effectiveness of social media in recruitment, and the countermeasures that can be implemented to mitigate the threat of online radicalization. The findings of this study are expected to contribute to the development of strategic policies to combat terrorism in the digital era.

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