Dossier
encrypted communications
Coverage of encrypted communications in the Nexus archive.
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- How Chinese police infiltrated and monitored the dark web with the help of AI tools
Chinese police scientists used artificial intelligence to infiltrate and monitor the dark web, a network known for encrypted communications and anonymous routing that facilitates illegal activities. The breakthrough involved decoding underground content, with progress noted from both Chinese and foreign researchers.
- UN: West African Terror Groups Now Use Drones and Crypto
The UN Security Council reported in 2026 that jihadist groups in West Africa are rapidly adopting drones, encrypted communications, and cryptocurrencies. ISWAP conducted approximately 10 armed drone strikes between 2024 and 2026, including a coordinated four-drone attack on a Nigerian forward operating base.