"Online Arms Trafficking" plunges into the unsettling world where firearms, explosives, and other dangerous weapons are traded via clandestine online platforms. This book uncovers how the dark web has become an active digital black market, allowing arms dealers and buyers to remain anonymous. It’s a space where international arms control faces unprecedented challenges, demanding urgent attention from policymakers, law enforcement, and anyone concerned about global security.
The book begins by exploring the technologies that facilitate anonymity, such as Tor and cryptocurrencies, before diving into the structure of online arms markets. It examines the types of weapons offered, the methods of payment used, and even the shipping techniques employed by traffickers. A key insight is the vulnerability within existing international arms control regulations, highlighting how the anonymity of the dark web creates a significant loophole.
It's a multi-faceted exploration of online arms trafficking, examining the technical, legal, and political dimensions of this growing threat, as the book progresses. The study draws on leaked law enforcement documents, academic studies of dark web marketplaces, and interviews with cybersecurity experts to provide a comprehensive and fact-based analysis. It avoids sensationalism, instead delivering a balanced and informed picture of a complex issue, making it valuable for a broad audience interested in true crime, politics, and cybersecurity.
