"Governments around the world are unprepared for the growing threat of drones being used to carry out terror attacks, a report warns. Advances in drone technology, 3D printing and AI-assisted navigation should prompt leaders, including those in Australia, to rethink anti-extremism strategies."
"The report points to a series of incidents in recent years as warning signs of what may be to come if governments don't crack down. They include a UK student arrested for using a 3D printer to build kamikaze drones for Islamic State."
"What was once the exclusive domain of state actors now rests within reach of nearly anyone with a credit card and data signal, authors James Paterson and Lydia Khalil wrote. The combination of easy accessibility and payload potential presents a growing challenge."
A report from the Lowy Institute warns that governments worldwide are ill-equipped to handle the increasing threat of drones used in terror attacks. Advances in drone technology, 3D printing, and AI navigation require leaders to rethink their anti-extremism strategies. The report cites various incidents, including arrests related to drone use for terrorism, highlighting the accessibility of drone technology. The combination of easy access and potential payloads poses significant challenges for domestic counter-drone systems.
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