Nonstate actors can access dangerous tools from "summary" of The Future of Violence - Robots and Germs, Hackers and Drones by Benjamin Wittes,Gabriella Blum
Nonstate actors, such as terrorist groups and criminal organizations, have increasingly gained access to a wide range of dangerous tools that were once the exclusive domain of states. The democratization of technology has made it easier for these actors to acquire capabilities that were previously out of reach. For example, advances in biotechnology have enabled nonstate actors to potentially develop and deploy biological weapons. The same technologies that have revolutionized medicine and agriculture can also be used for nefarious purposes, posing a significant threat to global security. Similarly, the proliferation of cyber tools and techniques has empowered nonstate actors to launch sophisticated cyber attacks against governments, businesses, and individuals. These attacks can disrupt critical infrastructure, steal sensitive information, and sow chaos and confusion. In addition, the availability of drones a...
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