This book represents an interdisciplinary academic endeavour intended to provide readers with a comprehensive, balanced, and nuanced examination of critical issues at the intersection of cyberspace, cyberterrorism, and national and international security. It draws insights from a range of diverse fields, including Computer Science, Social Science, Political Science, International Relations, Criminology, and Law. Furthermore, the book investigates the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and related technologies, exploring their dual role in this dynamic landscape of contemporary cyberthreats, with both constructive and malicious implications.

The book comprises four distinct themes, with each theme represented by a dedicated Part. Within this organisational framework, each overarching theme is systematically explored through a series of chapters, providing readers with a clear and thematic roadmap for their journey through the content.

Part I, Understanding Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism Strategies, of the book explores complexities surrounding contemporary global security challenges. It serves as the foundational segment of the book, consisting of three chapters that critically analyse various dimensions of terrorism and the strategies implemented to combat it.

Part II, Cyberterrorism Landscape, of the book offers an in-depth assessment of the current cyberterrorism landscape. This section comprises two critical chapters, each contributing to a comprehensive understanding of the contemporary threats posed by cyberterrorism and their implications for national security.

Part III, Countering Cyberterrorism with Technology, of the book forms the core of the book’s exploration into leveraging technology to mitigate the threats of cyberterrorism. This section includes four critical chapters, collectively providing an in-depth understanding of the intersection between technology and counterterrorism strategies.

Part IV, Artificial Intelligence and National and International Security, of the book delves into the complex relationship between AI technology and the broader security landscape. Comprising three pivotal chapters, this section provides a detailed understanding of AI’s transformative role in shaping the future of national and international security.

This comprehensive resource serves as a valuable reference for law enforcement, policymakers, cybersecurity experts, researchers, academics, and technology enthusiasts interested in counter-terrorism efforts. By exploring the intricate landscape of cyberspace, this book equips readers with knowledge essential to addressing the evolving challenges posed by cyber terrorism./divThis comprehensive resource serves as a valuable reference for law enforcement, policymakers, cybersecurity experts, researchers, academics, and technology enthusiasts interested in counter-terrorism efforts. By exploring the intricate landscape of cyberspace, this book equips readers with knowledge essential to addressing the evolving challenges posed by cyber terrorism./div