Every year, over 300,000 patients in England acquire airborne viruses while receiving medical treatment in hospitals. This alarming statistic highlights a critical issue within healthcare facilities, where the very environments designed to promote healing can become breeding grounds for infections.…
In today’s increasingly connected world, privacy has become one of the most valuable commodities—yet it is constantly under threat. With every digital interaction, individuals risk exposing their personal data, often without their full knowledge or consent. From targeted advertising and…
In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, artificial intelligence (AI) is driving remarkable advancements. However, as with any powerful tool, there are dark sides to its applications. One of the most alarming developments in recent years is the rise of deepfakes—AI-generated…
Introduction Preventing the proliferation of nuclear weapons has been a major focus of international policy for over 70 years. However, a growing interest in high-assay low-enriched uranium (HALEU), driven by billions of dollars in U.S. government funding, raises serious concerns…
The global defense and security landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace, marked by intense competition across geopolitical, economic, military, technological, and industrial spheres. This competition, while driving innovation and development, also introduces significant security vulnerabilities and the potential for…
Imagine a world where artificial intelligence (AI) doesn’t just excel at specific tasks like image recognition or language translation, but can think, reason, and learn across all domains—just as humans do. This is the vision of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI),…
As global tensions rise, the U.S. Defense Industrial Base (DIB) finds itself grappling with a range of escalating supply chain risks, particularly those emanating from China. These risks are not confined to the availability of raw materials and components but…
Climate change is not just an environmental concern but one of the most significant existential threats facing humanity today. Its impact extends far beyond rising temperatures and sea levels, profoundly influencing global stability and security. The intricate link between climate…
Cities are powerful engines of economic growth, yet they face significant challenges due to mass urbanization, aging populations, and the climate crisis—all of which are accelerating. More than half of the world’s population currently lives in cities, and it is…
Climate change is no longer a distant concern relegated to environmentalists and scientists. It has emerged as a pressing national security threat, prompting the United States Department of Defense (DOD) to develop comprehensive adaptation and climate intervention strategies. The DOD’s…