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Tuesday, 25 February 2014
Loretta Napoleoni: The intricate economics of terrorism
Interesting TED talk if you are interested in the underground economy or the economics of crime.
Loretta Napoleoni details her rare opportunity to talk to the secretive Italian Red Brigades -- an experience that sparked a lifelong interest in terrorism. She gives a behind-the-scenes look at its complex economics, revealing a surprising connection between money laundering and the US Patriot Act.
http://www.ted.com/talks/loretta_napoleoni_the_intricate_economics_of_terrorism.html
http://www.ted.com/talks/loretta_napoleoni_the_intricate_economics_of_terrorism.html