Bruno Cardoso – Assistant Professor at the Graduate Program in Sociology and Anthropology (PPGSA), in the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ).
This presentation delves into research on the digitalisation of drug trafficking in Rio de Janeiro, exploring the profound transformations in a sector historically marked by violence and fierce competition. By contextualising these changes within the city’s unique dynamics, the analysis focuses on three main axes: the shifting spatial patterns of drug distribution, the operational mechanisms enabled by digital platforms, and the evolving risks associated with this new landscape. Throughout, the discussion offers a comparative perspective, contrasting the current digitalised market with the traditional pre-digital era, to highlight the implications and complexities of this evolving phenomenon.