This video presentation dates back to a 1982 lecture at the NSA that was presented by Admiral Grace Hopper, who was considered an important computer pioneer and visionary in the national security realm. This lecture illustrates how much she understood the importance of computers, networks, and big data as well as what it would likely resemble in the near future. She also … [Read more...] about NSA Releases Internal 1982 Lecture by Computing Pioneer Rear Admiral Grace Hopper
China Space Threat to U.S. Assets – Intelligence Brief #9
Intelligence Brief #9 China Space Threat to U.S. Assets Fulcrum Global Contributor, James W. Weichold is our Primary Open-Source Analyst for this week. His topic deals with the expansion into the space realm by the People's Republic of China (PRC), competitive nature of their space program, and the increasing number of threats and uncertainties for U.S. space … [Read more...] about China Space Threat to U.S. Assets – Intelligence Brief #9
Annual Threat Assessment of the U.S. Intelligence Community – February 5, 2024
Annual Threat Assessment of the U.S. Intelligence Community - February 5, 2024 - Published by Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) Foreword Excerpt from Document: "During the next year, the United States faces an increasingly fragile global order strained by accelerating strategic competition among major powers, more intense and … [Read more...] about Annual Threat Assessment of the U.S. Intelligence Community – February 5, 2024
Transforming Intelligence: From What, to What? – Dr. Mark M. Lowenthal – American Intelligence Journal (Vol 29, No 1, 2011)
This article by Dr. Lowenthal in 2011 looks at many of the ongoing challenges we continue to face regarding the evolution of the intelligence process that transitioned from the Cold War era and into the Global War on Terror (GWOT) and post Iraq/WMD era. Lowenthal discusses the attractiveness of finding new analytical methods but questions just how effective they are in the … [Read more...] about Transforming Intelligence: From What, to What? – Dr. Mark M. Lowenthal – American Intelligence Journal (Vol 29, No 1, 2011)
Fulcrum Global Podcast Episode 7 – Artificial Intelligence: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
On this latest episode of the Fulcrum Global Podcast, Carl "C.J." Unis returns with his colleague, Michael Maestas, to discuss artificial intelligence in the national security, defense, and private sectors. We also talk about the pros, the cons, and what's not being discussed. So, what are both the benefits and the dark side of A.I.? Let's find out now on Fulcrum … [Read more...] about Fulcrum Global Podcast Episode 7 – Artificial Intelligence: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
Forging Wargamers: A Framework for Wargaming Education – Multiple Authors ; Edited by Sebastian J. Bae ; Published by U.S. Marine Corps
Forging Wargamers: A Framework for Wargaming Education Edited by Sebastian J. Bae Published: MCUP ; Marine Corps University Press ; Quantico, Virginia 2022 Contents: Foreword - vii Preface - xiii Select Abbreviates and Acronyms - xvii Introduction - 3 by Sebastian J. Bae Chapter One - 9 Professional Wargaming: From … [Read more...] about Forging Wargamers: A Framework for Wargaming Education – Multiple Authors ; Edited by Sebastian J. Bae ; Published by U.S. Marine Corps
The Multi-Polar Role of Russia’s Primakov Doctrine and the Certainty of a Chinese-Russian Strategic Alliance
By Sam Kessler - Chief and Managing Editor ; SDSS President The new international system is one that has been built on trends, patterns, and indicators that have been in the making for several years. Trends are typically built on catalyst events and scenarios that cascade into a wide variety of situations and new norms that tend to result into both expected and unexpected … [Read more...] about The Multi-Polar Role of Russia’s Primakov Doctrine and the Certainty of a Chinese-Russian Strategic Alliance
China and Iran: In the Thralls of the Next Revolution? – SITREP #1
By Dr. Mark Kass, Ph.D. - Chief, Pacific Rim Desk - SITREP Both China and Iran have been experiencing serious unrest that has impacted their societies. From the Chinese perspective this has contributed to civil unrest and caused a continuing economic downturn as well as significant protests that have led to a strict COVID enforcement program being “silenced” There are other … [Read more...] about China and Iran: In the Thralls of the Next Revolution? – SITREP #1
Fulcrum Global Podcast Episode 6 – Middle East Security, Russia-Ukraine War, and US-China Tensions
In this episode of the Fulcrum Global Podcast, we are joined with our guest, Adam Roosevelt, to discuss U.S. relationship with the Middle East and the Biden administrations visit to the region this past summer. We also discuss how the current Middle East situation(s) impact the cascading effects of the Russia-Ukraine war and China-Taiwan tensions. How does this impact the … [Read more...] about Fulcrum Global Podcast Episode 6 – Middle East Security, Russia-Ukraine War, and US-China Tensions
The Russian Way of War – Force Structure, Tactics, and Modernization of the Russian Ground Forces – Dr. Lester W. Grau and Charles K. Bartles
This book covers the increased interests and speculation about the Russian armed forces structure, capabilities, and future development. The Russian Way of War Force Structure, Tactics, and Modernization of the Russian Ground Forces By Dr. Lester W. Grau and Charles K. Bartles Foreign Military Studies Office, Fort Leavenworth, KS 2016 Page Length: 416 Pages Link: … [Read more...] about The Russian Way of War – Force Structure, Tactics, and Modernization of the Russian Ground Forces – Dr. Lester W. Grau and Charles K. Bartles
Quantum Chemistry for Detecting Cybersecurity Threats to Information Systems
Quantum Security Alliance (QSA) All rights reserved. All content on this document is protected by Quantum Security Alliance (QSA) copyrights and other protective laws. Quantum Chemistry for Detecting Cybersecurity Threats to Information Systems A Joint Research Issue Paper Originally Published by Quantum Security Alliance (QSA) 2022 Authors Dr. Hans C. … [Read more...] about Quantum Chemistry for Detecting Cybersecurity Threats to Information Systems
Can Putin Restore Russia’s Superpower Status?
By Paul Seibel – Contributor Moscow’s intervention with Kazakhstan’s violent unrest earlier this year is a firm reminder that Russian hegemony in the former Soviet republics is still a priority for them. Tensions began to escalate among its citizens on January 2, 2022 over inflation and the Kazakhstan government’s decision to lift the price cap on fuel. Over several days, … [Read more...] about Can Putin Restore Russia’s Superpower Status?
AUKUS: Its Strategic Importance and What it Means for U.S. Allies and Quad Partners
By Katherine Sharp – Contributor The United States has long-maintained alliances with the United Kingdom and Australia by military cooperation and shared security concerns in the international community. Recently on September 15, 2021, the U.S. announced its formation of a new trilateral security pact with the United Kingdom and Australia known as AUKUS. This alliance will … [Read more...] about AUKUS: Its Strategic Importance and What it Means for U.S. Allies and Quad Partners
Fulcrum Global Podcast – Episode 5 – Russia-Ukraine War ; US/NATO/China Response ; Strategic Reality
In this episode of the Fulcrum Global Podcast, we do a roundtable discussion about the Russian war with Ukraine and the responses by the United States, NATO, China, and other world players. We also discuss how the international system is evolving, as well as other immediate national security concerns that are happening at home and abroad that can serve as cascade events and … [Read more...] about Fulcrum Global Podcast – Episode 5 – Russia-Ukraine War ; US/NATO/China Response ; Strategic Reality
Best Practices: Protecting Your Organization from Foreign Intelligence Threats – NCSC
Here is a best practices guide by the U.S. National Counterintelligence and Security Center (NCSC) on how to "Protect Your Organization from the Foreign Intelligence Threat". Protecting an organization is not solely the duty of security personnel; everyone in the organization must play a role. To help public and private-sector organizations guard against foreign intelligence … [Read more...] about Best Practices: Protecting Your Organization from Foreign Intelligence Threats – NCSC
