The first known case of an NFT created by a 'terrorist sympathizer' has been discovered, raising concerns about whether NFTs may be used in for terrorist financing and propaganda in the future.
created and shared by a “terrorist sympathizer” has come to light, raising concerns that the immutable nature of blockchain tech could help the spread of terrorist messages and propaganda.
The NFT in question was reportedly discovered by Raphael Gluck, co-founder of the U.S.-based research firm Jihadoscope, who found the NFT through pro-ISIS social-media accounts. Mario Cosby, a former federal intelligence analyst specializing in blockchain currencies, said the user created another two other NFTs on Aug. 26; one showing an Islamic State fighter teaching students to make explosives and the other condemning smoking cigarettes.The analysts said this could be a sign that terrorist groups may be using the emerging technology to spread their message and test new funding strategies.
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