Erik Hacker is a dedicated terrorism researcher based in Vienna, Austria, with expertise in intelligence analysis and investigative research. Holding a Master of Laws in Law and Politics of International Security from VU Amsterdam, and a Bachelor’s in Political Science from the University of Vienna, Erik has over four years of experience in open source intelligence. At SCENOR and the Austrian Institute for International Affairs, he has significantly contributed to enhancing security measures against terrorism through data analysis and intelligence briefings. Erik’s work supports strategic decisions and operations in combating global terrorism, making societies safer and more resilient.