Articles and Reports
Pier Point consultants regularly publish research and analysis in some of the most prestigious scholarly journals addressing contemporary security threats, including Perspectives on Terrorism, International Affairs, and Terrorism and Political Violence. In addition, shorter assessment briefs on emerging security threats by Pier Point consultants have also been published by major newspapers and think tanks.
Latest Publication
Recently released by the Global Network on Extremism and Technology, Beyond the FGC-9: How the Urutau Redefines the Global 3D-Printed Firearm Movement offers a comprehensive analysis of the Urutau's significance in the evolution of 3D-printed firearms, emphasizing its technical advancements, symbolic implications, and security concerns. The Urutau is reportedly easier to build than its predecessor, the FGC-9, due to its simplified design and comprehensive assembly instructions. It also sets a new benchmark for 3D-printed firearm assembly guides. Accompanying the build plans is a manifesto-like document, The New Second Amendment, which frames the right to keep and bear arms as a fundamental human right beyond national borders. Additionally, the release includes detailed operational security (OpSec) strategies and obfuscation techniques, equipping builders with both practical know-how and tactical knowledge to avoid detection.
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