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Community And Key Player Detection For Disrupting Illicit Drug Supply Networks In Social Media Platforms – Especially On Instagram, Akassi Rachel Niamke Aman
Community And Key Player Detection For Disrupting Illicit Drug Supply Networks In Social Media Platforms – Especially On Instagram, Akassi Rachel Niamke Aman
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This thesis focuses on the pressing issue of illicit drug trafficking and its impact on public health and safety at a global level. With the advent of digital technologies and social media platforms, combating drug trafficking has become increasingly challenging for law enforcement and researchers alike. Among these platforms, Instagram, a popular photo and video-sharing social networking platform, has emerged as a prominent hub for drug trafficking activities.
In this study, we delve into the effectiveness of community and key player detection algorithms in identifying and disrupting illicit drug supply networks on Instagram. To conduct our research, we collected real …