International Criminal Law

International Criminal Law

The Role of Modern Technologies in the Situational Prevention of Terrorism Financing in Digital Banking

Document Type : Original Article

Authors
1 Associate Professor, Department of Criminal Law and Criminology, Qom Branch, Islamic Azad University, Qom, Iran.
2 Assistant Professor, Department of Criminal Law and Criminology, Karaj Branch, Islamic Azad University, Karaj, Iran.
3 Assistant Professor Department of Law Faculty of Humanities Ayatollah Borujerdi Universit, Borujerd, Iran.
4 Ph.D. Candidate in Criminal Law and Criminology, Karaj Branch, Islamic Azad University, Karaj, Iran. (Corresponding Author).
Abstract
Terrorism financing, as the financial system supporting terrorist activities, has become one of the most critical challenges to national and international security. Consequently, its prevention is of paramount importance in countering the funding of terrorism. This article examines the role of modern technologies in the situational prevention of terrorism financing. This article adopts a descriptive-analytical approach. The research findings reveal that terrorist groups employ novel methods such as digital money laundering, cyber fraud, banking system hacking, and cryptocurrency exploitation to finance their activities. These actions not only threaten the financial security of nations but also undermine economic stability and sustainable development. To effectively counter this phenomenon, the study proposes the following strategies: Strengthening monitoring systems and intelligent tracking of financial transactions, Utilizing advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) to detect suspicious patterns, Enhancing international coordination and legal frameworks, Developing advanced identity verification systems, Increasing awareness among financial institution personnel. This study demonstrates that combating terrorism financing requires a comprehensive, technology-driven approach, which through international collaboration can weaken terrorist financial networks and enhance economic security.
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Volume 3, Issue 2
Spring 2025
Pages 111-125

  • Receive Date 29 June 2024
  • Revise Date 14 September 2024
  • Accept Date 15 September 2024