Online Terror Financing: How Terrorists Exploit E-commerce and VPNs to Fund Attacks in India
The fight against terrorism is increasingly moving online, making the task of disrupting terror financing more challenging than ever. Terror networks are adapting to the digital age, exploiting the very tools meant to facilitate global commerce and privacy.
E-commerce Platforms and Payment Processors: A New Avenue for Terror Funding
Popular e-commerce platforms like Amazon and payment processors such as PayPal are unfortunately becoming unwitting facilitators in this dangerous game. The anonymity and ease of transactions offered by these platforms are being exploited to move funds for illicit purposes, including financing terrorist attacks in India.
The Role of VPNs in Masking Terrorist Activities
Adding another layer of complexity to this issue is the use of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). VPNs, primarily designed for online privacy, are being employed by these networks to mask their digital footprints, making it harder for authorities to track their activities and financial transactions.
The increasing sophistication of these tactics underscores the urgent need for stronger international cooperation and stricter regulations to counter the growing threat of online terror financing. We must adapt our strategies to meet this evolving challenge and ensure the safety and security of our digital world.
