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AI-Powered Detection and Analysis of Online Radicalization

Cybersecurity

Context

CounteR is a European research and innovation project focused on detecting and analyzing online radicalization through AI-assisted content discovery and advanced analytical technologies.

The project brings together expertise in artificial intelligence, data engineering, cybersecurity, and privacy protection to support law enforcement agencies and online platforms.

ASSIST Software coordinated the consortium and led platform architecture, integration, and development, contributing to AI model training, data processing, and secure deployment infrastructure.

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Services

AI/ML & Data Engineering
CI-CD Pipelines
Cloud & DevOps
Data Engineering & Big Data
Generative AI
Challenge

Detecting online radicalisation signals across fragmented data sources while protecting privacy.

Solution

AI-powered platform for content discovery, multimodal analysis, and secure data processing.

Use cases

Supporting law enforcement investigations and online content moderation workflows.

36 months

May 2021 – April 2024

€6.99M

Total project budget

Horizon 2020

EU funding programme

Partners

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Combining AI, Data Engineering & Secure Technologies

CounteR combines AI technologies, data engineering, and secure infrastructure to support online radicalization analysis. Its architecture integrates multiple analytical components with the services needed to process data and operate the platform.

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A Smarter Approach to Radicalization Analysis

CounteR combines complementary AI technologies and privacy-conscious data management in one platform, enabling richer analysis while maintaining human oversight.

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Integrated AI Capabilities

Connects specialized research components through a shared architecture, enabling coordinated analysis.

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Privacy by Design

Applies data protection measures within processing workflows rather than treating privacy as an additional layer.

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Context Beyond Individual Scores

Places individual classifications within a broader analytical context to support informed interpretation.

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Flexible Deployment

Accommodates different security policies and infrastructure requirements through cloud and on-premises deployment.

Advancing Research in AI-Powered Online Safety

The CounteR consortium contributed to research on privacy-preserving AI, multilingual content analysis, and social network intelligence. These efforts produced datasets and analytical approaches supporting further research into online radicalization and digital safety.

Three research contributions:

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Privacy-Preserving Classification

The Cloaked Classifiers dataset explores pseudonymization techniques for classification tasks involving sensitive information.

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Multilingual Content Detection

Research into multilingual hate-speech detection supports the analysis of harmful content across different languages.

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Social Network Risk Analysis

The HURI approach investigates risk-related patterns within online networks to support contextual analysis.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can you integrate AI into an existing software product?

Absolutely. Our team can assess your current system and recommend how artificial intelligence features, such as automation, recommendation engines, or predictive analytics, can be integrated effectively. Whether it's enhancing user experience or streamlining operations, we ensure AI is added where it delivers real value without disrupting your core functionality.

2. What types of AI projects has ASSIST Software delivered?

We’ve developed AI solutions across industries, from natural language processing in customer support platforms to computer vision in manufacturing and agriculture. Our expertise spans recommendation systems, intelligent automation, predictive analytics, and custom machine learning models tailored to specific business needs.

3. What is ASSIST Software's development process?  

The Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) we employ defines the stages for a software project. Our SDLC phases include planning, requirement gathering, product design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.

4. What software development methodology does ASSIST Software use?  

ASSIST Software primarily leverages Agile principles for flexibility and adaptability. This means we break down projects into smaller, manageable sprints, allowing continuous feedback and iteration throughout the development cycle. We also incorporate elements from other methodologies to increase efficiency as needed. For example, we use Scrum for project roles and collaboration, and Kanban boards to see workflow and manage tasks. As per the Waterfall approach, we emphasize precise planning and documentation during the initial stages.

5. I'm considering a custom application. Should I focus on a desktop, mobile or web app?  

We can offer software consultancy services to determine the type of software you need based on your specific requirements. Please explore what type of app development would suit your custom build product.   

  • A web application runs on a web browser and is accessible from any device with an internet connection. (e.g., online store, social media platform)   
  • Mobile app developers design applications mainly for smartphones and tablets, such as games and productivity tools. However, they can be extended to other devices, such as smartwatches.    
  • Desktop applications are installed directly on a computer (e.g., photo editing software, word processors).   
  • Enterprise software manages complex business functions within an organization (e.g., Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)).

6. My software product is complex. Are you familiar with the Scaled Agile methodology?

We have been in the software engineering industry for 30 years. During this time, we have worked on bespoke software that needed creative thinking, innovation, and customized solutions. 

Scaled Agile refers to frameworks and practices that help large organizations adopt Agile methodologies. Traditional Agile is designed for small, self-organizing teams. Scaled Agile addresses the challenges of implementing Agile across multiple teams working on complex projects.  

SAFe provides a structured approach for aligning teams, coordinating work, and delivering value at scale. It focuses on collaboration, communication, and continuous delivery for optimal custom software development services. 

7. How do I choose the best collaboration model with ASSIST Software?  

We offer flexible models. Think about your project and see which model would be right for you.   

  • Dedicated Team: Ideal for complex, long-term projects requiring high continuity and collaboration.   
  • Team Augmentation: Perfect for short-term projects or existing teams needing additional expertise.   
  • Project-Based Model: Best for well-defined projects with clear deliverables and a fixed budget.   

Contact us to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each model. 

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