Europol’s Internet Referral Unit 2024 Transparency Report shows how the unit is tackling terrorist and extremist content online, leveraging platform partnerships to safeguard digital spaces

The report details the IRU’s activities in 2024, including trends in online Islamic State, Al-Shabaab and other extremist content, proactive referrals to tech platforms, and expanded cooperation with Member States and civil society to enhance content moderation effectiveness. It also highlights progress in transparency and safeguards — such as appeals mechanisms, data protection measures and publishing regular metrics — aimed at balancing security, fundamental rights and the fight against illicit online material…