Rice political scientist examines how cybercriminal networks evolve into global security threats

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Cyberattacks have become an increasingly common part of modern life, disrupting hospitals, schools, businesses and governments around the world. But new research from Rice University suggests another threat may be emerging. Some cybercriminal communities are evolving beyond financial crime into politically motivated networks where extremist beliefs spread through anonymous online relationships.

Link: https://news.rice.edu/news/2026/rice-political-scientist-examines-how-cybercriminal-networks-evolve-global-security