Dynamic Matrix of Extremisms and Terrorism (DMET): A Continuum Approach Towards Identifying Different Degrees of Extremisms

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2312.00337v1
• Date: Fri, 1 Dec 2023 04:13:48 GMT
• Title: Dynamic Matrix of Extremisms and Terrorism (DMET): A Continuum Approach Towards Identifying Different Degrees of Extremisms
• Authors: Marten Risius, Kevin M. Blasiak, Susilo Wibisono, Rita Jabri-Markwell, Winnifred Louis
• Abstract summary: We propose to extend the current binary understanding of terrorism (versus non-terrorism) with a Dynamic Matrix of Extremisms and Terrorism (DMET) DMET considers the whole ecosystem of content and actors that can contribute to a continuum of extremism. It organizes levels of extremisms by varying degrees of ideological engagement and the presence of violence.
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• Abstract: We propose to extend the current binary understanding of terrorism (versus non-terrorism) with a Dynamic Matrix of Extremisms and Terrorism (DMET). DMET considers the whole ecosystem of content and actors that can contribute to a continuum of extremism (e.g., right-wing, left-wing, religious, separatist, single-issue). It organizes levels of extremisms by varying degrees of ideological engagement and the presence of violence identified (e.g., partisan, fringe, violent extremism, terrorism) based on cognitive and behavioral cues and group dynamics. DMET is globally applicable due to its comprehensive conceptualization of the levels of extremisms. It is also dynamic, enabling iterative mapping with the region- and time-specific classifications of extremist actors. Once global actors recognize DMET types and their distinct characteristics, they can comprehensively analyze the profiles of extremist actors (e.g., individuals, groups, movements), track these respective actors and their activities (e.g., social media content) over time, and launch targeted counter activities (e.g. de-platforming, content moderation, or redirects to targeted CVE narratives).

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