NEWS
A series of coordinated suicide bombings by suspected female attackers struck civilians in Nigeria’s Borno state, killing at least 18 people and injuring 30 more. This violence underscores the ongoing threat posed by Islamist militants in the region.
Source: Reuters
SITUATION ANALYSIS
This attack highlights the devastating impact of Boko Haram and ISWAP, two extremist groups that have terrorized northeastern Nigeria for over a decade. Despite military efforts, these militants continue to target civilians and destabilize the region.
CHALLENGES
- Identifying Potential Bombers: Spotting individuals on the path to radicalization or recruitment by terrorist groups is extremely difficult.
- Infiltrating Networks: Penetrating the close-knit circles of these extremist organizations to gather intelligence and identify potential attackers is a significant challenge.
- Preventing Attacks: The unpredictable and often sudden nature of suicide bombings makes them particularly difficult to prevent.
WHY iCOGNATIVE?
iCognitive offers a novel approach to combating terrorism by analyzing brainwave activity during questioning. Individuals are presented with stimuli related to potential threats, such as extremist videos, bomb-making materials, or specific attack plans. iCognitive then measures the P300 wave, a well-documented brain response that occurs when someone recognizes familiar information. By analyzing these brainwaves, iCognitive can potentially detect hidden knowledge or involuntary responses that a suspect might not consciously reveal. This technology could be a game-changer in identifying those susceptible to radicalization and preventing future tragedies.
- Identifying Susceptibility: Investigators can use iCognitive with at-risk individuals or those in de-radicalization programs. They can analyze brainwave patterns in response to extremist rhetoric or propaganda. It might reveal early signs of radicalization or susceptibility to extremist ideology.
- Screening High-Risk Groups: Investigators can use iCognitive with individuals potentially involved with extremist groups. Analyzing brainwaves while they are presented with images or videos linked to specific attacks or propaganda could reveal recognition or emotional responses, even if they deny involvement.
- Investigative Support: Investigators can use iCognitive with individuals suspected of involvement in planning attacks.
iCognative’s potential to identify those vulnerable to radicalization, screen for potential attackers, and support investigations could be a valuable tool in the fight against suicide bombings and violent extremism.
Source: Brainwave Science