EU Flags Online 'Nihilistic' Extremism as Emerging Terror Threat
European authorities are warning that a new form of 'nihilistic violent extremism' is emerging, driven by young online users seeking violent thrills rather than ideological goals. While jihadist groups remain the primary source of traditional terror attacks, police are increasingly concerned about decentralized networks like 'The COM' and 764, which coordinate real-world violence through encrypted digital platforms. AI tools are amplifying this threat by automating recruitment and propaganda, prompting calls for enhanced digital surveillance and cross-border cooperation to prevent offline harm.