Final NOTIONES Conference

NOTIONES at the Terrorism and Social Media Conference (TASM 2026)

Join NOTIONES and CYTREC at one of the world’s leading conferences on extremist and terrorist misuse of online platforms, bringing together practitioners, researchers, and innovators to strengthen digital security and resilience.

Dates: 16–18 June 2026
Location: Bay Campus, Swansea University,
UK Format: On-site conference

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Event overview

NOTIONES (Interacting Network of Intelligence and Security Practitioners with Industry and Academia Actors) is proud to partner with the Cyber Threats Research Centre (CYTREC) at Swansea University to support the Terrorism and Social Media Conference (TASM 2026), taking place from 16–18 June at Swansea University’s Bay Campus. TASM is recognised as one of the world’s leading conferences on extremist and terrorist misuse of online platforms. These organisations—responsible for severe violence, loss of life, and human rights violations—continue to exploit digital ecosystems, making TASM a crucial meeting point for those working to counter online harms. This year’s edition will welcome 250+ delegates from around the globe, including representatives from tech companies, governments, law enforcement, regulators, civil society, and academia. Participants can expect high‑level keynotes, cutting‑edge research, and cross‑sector dialogue on the most pressing digital security challenges.

 

Why attend?

As the NOTIONES project approaches the conclusion of its five‑year mission, the consortium’s European law enforcement partners will use TASM 2026 to showcase achievements, share operational insights, and highlight lessons learned in countering online threats and harms from social media.
  • Gain best practices from European law enforcement agencies and security practitioners.
  • Explore case studies on countering online extremism and terrorism‑related content.
  • Discover innovative research and technical demonstrations from the NOTIONES network.
  • Learn about cross‑sector collaboration models that strengthen digital security.
  • Connect with a global community of experts working on online safety and resilience.
Event Details
Dates 16–18 June 2026
Location Bay Campus, Swansea University, Swansea, UK
Format On-site conference
Organisers NOTIONES Network & Cyber Threats Research Centre (CYTREC)
Audience Law enforcement, security practitioners, policymakers, tech companies, regulators, civil society, researchers.
Topics Terrorism & Social Media, Online Harms, AI & Security, Content Moderation, LEA Cooperation
NOTIONES Sessions
Day 2
(17 June)		 Interacting Networks & Collaborative Clusters to Counter Terror Threats
A deep dive into how practitioner networks and innovation clusters strengthen Europe’s ability to respond to evolving online harms and terrorist threats in the digital space.
Day 3
(18 June)		 Tackling Terrorism Threats: Achievements in LEA–Innovator Cooperation
Showcasing successful collaboration between law enforcement agencies and technology innovators across Europe, highlighting concrete achievements and lessons learned from the NOTIONES project.
What to Expect
The sessions draw together innovative research, case studies, and technical demonstrations translating rapid technological change into actionable knowledge for secure societies.
  • Understanding terrorist exploitation of online ecosystems and social media.
  • The impact of AI on online harms and content moderation.
  • Effective regulatory enforcement and governance of online platforms.
  • Research and investigative methods on emerging platforms such as TikTok.
  • Cross‑disciplinary approaches to online safety and digital security.
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