The attack on UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s properties in May 2025 was more than just a crime; it was a chilling signature of a new era of hostility. The culprit, a 22-year-old named Roman Lavrynovych, had never met his paymaster, nor did he likely grasp the geopolitical weight of his actions. Recruited over Telegram by Russian handlers, Lavrynovych represents a growing trend: the transformation of ordinary, vulnerable individuals into frontline proxies for state-sanctioned sabotage. While the perpetrator faces justice, the architects of this chaos remain safe in Russia, operating under the umbrella of projects sanctioned by the Kremlin. This…

In an era where digital information spreads faster than we can verify it, the Bangladeshi government is taking a more serious look at how to manage the chaos online. Telecoms Minister Faqir Mahbub Anam recently addressed Parliament, signaling that the administration is actively considering using the Cyber Security Act as a hammer to curb the tide of rumors and disinformation clogging social media feeds. The concern here is clear: while the internet has granted everyone a voice, it has also become a breeding ground for malicious actors who exploit anonymity to sow confusion and discord. By reinforcing the legal weight…