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Researching serious organised crime with Nilda Garcia

Researching serious organised crime with Nilda Garcia

The World of Intelligence
• 49 min
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In this episode of The World of Intelligence, I am joined by Nilda Garcia, a professor at Texas A&M International University, to explore the complex landscape of Mexico's drug war. Nilda shares her insights on the evolution of organized crime, emphasizing the shift from traditional cartels to more violent and aggressive factions like the Zetas and the Cartel Jalisco New Generation. We discuss the role of social media in facilitating cartel operations, including recruitment and territorial control. By analyzing their online strategies, Nilda reveals how cartels use platforms like Twitter and YouTube to shape public perception and maintain power. This episode offers a compelling look at the intersection of technology and organized crime, shedding light on the ongoing challenges in combating these sophisticated networks. Tune in for an in-depth analysis of the dark side of social media in the context of organized crime.