The vision of the GIFCT is to prevent terrorists and violent extremists from exploiting digital platforms.

The Global Internet Forum to Counter Terrorism brings together the technology industry, government, civil society, and academia to foster collaboration and information-sharing to counter terrorist and violent extremist activity online.

GIFCT’s strategic planning and programming centers on three pillars:

Prevent

Prevent

Delivering critical information and the capacity to prevent and disrupt terrorist and violent extremist activity online

Respond

Respond

Coordinating and continually strengthening the tech ecosystem’s response to the online impacts of terrorist or violent extremist incidents

Adapt

Adapt

Convening industry, experts, and civil society to understand emerging trends relating to technology, terrorism, and violent extremism

Research and Resources from our Core Partners
Global Network on Extremism & Technology

Recent insights, reports, and digests from our academic research arm

  • Oct 14 2024

    3D-Printing in Conflict Zones: A Game-Changer?

    Introduction While 3D printing has largely been used for peaceful purposes in both commercial and...
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  • Oct 10 2024

    Objective ‘Golden’ Security: What can be Learned From Paris 2024

    Introduction 26 July – 11 August 2024. Paris, France, was in the spotlight: swarms of...
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  • Oct 08 2024

    Agent Provocateurs: Online Hindutva Groups’ Misinformation Campaign Amid Bangladesh’s Political Crisis

    Introduction In today’s digital age, falsehoods travel faster than real news and garners instant traction....
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  • Oct 04 2024

    The Rise of Monero: ISKP’s Preferred Cryptocurrency for Terror Financing

    Introduction The Islamic State (IS) transnational jihadist group has increasingly turned to cryptocurrency alongside traditional...
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Tech against Terrorism

Latest news from our mentorship and knowledge-sharing partner here

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Excited to welcome our newest member, @Bitly, to #GIFCT! Together, we’ll enhance online safety and work to counter online terrorist content.

...Check out their press release for more details: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/bitly-announces-partnership-with-global-internet-forum-to-counter-terrorism-302272938.html

#CVE #Bitly #OnlineSafety

After an exciting #UNGA79, we’ve gathered key insights from our side events on:

☑️ Emerging tech in #counterterrorism
☑️ Implications of ...sanctions
☑️ Youth-PVE initiatives

Learn how global collaboration is shaping online safety: https://gifct.org/2024/10/08/news-gifct-side-events-at-the-79th-unga-emerging-technologies-counterterrorism-sanctions-and-youth-pve-initiatives/

#CVE #PVE #GIFCT

In case you missed it!

#GIFCT has adopted its Strategic Plan for 2025-2027, focusing on countering online hate and creating safer digital spaces.

...Check out our key highlights and insights: https://gifct.org/2024/08/15/gifct-strategic-plan-2025-2027-adopted/

#DigitalSafety #TechForGood

STRENGTH IN DIVERSITY! #GIFCT members span diverse platforms, bringing key perspectives to tackle today’s digital challenges. Together, we strive ...for a safer, more inclusive online community. Join us: https://gifct.org/membership/

#CounterTerrorism #DigitalSafety

#GIFCT was honored to partner with #CTED and host industry leaders, senior officials, and experts during #UNGA79 for discussions on emerging ...technologies and international cooperation to counter online terrorism and violent extremism.

#CounterTerrorism #EmergingTech #CVE

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