Rajesh Uppal
January 8, 2025 AI & IT, Cyber & IW
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Introduction In an increasingly digital world, cloud computing has revolutionized the way businesses and individuals store, manage, and access data. The cloud’s convenience and scalability have made it an integral part of modern life, but it has also become a prime target for cybercriminals. This article delves into the world …
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Rajesh Uppal
January 8, 2025 Geopolitics, Strategy & Technological Rivalries, Industry & Market Dynamics, Strategy, Policy & Governance
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The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe) stands at the forefront of India’s burgeoning space sector, serving as the key facilitator for private space exploration and commercialization. Established in 2019 under the Department of Space, Government of India, IN-SPACe’s mission is to promote and regulate the participation of …
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Rajesh Uppal
January 7, 2025 Biotech & Synthetic Biology, Cyber & IW, Industry & Market Dynamics
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In an era where technology seamlessly integrates into the fabric of healthcare, the rising tide of cyberattacks on health-care organizations poses a grave and immediate threat to patient safety. Healthcare organizations—hospitals, pharmacies, care centers, and more—are prime targets for cybercriminals. This is largely due to the vast amounts of personal …
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Rajesh Uppal
January 7, 2025 Industry & Market Dynamics, Manufacturing, Space Technology, Defense & Exploration
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The Moon, once a distant celestial body, is rapidly becoming the next frontier for human exploration and economic activity. The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is at the forefront of this lunar renaissance, with its LunA-10 program aiming to accelerate the development of a sustainable lunar economy. The recent …
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Rajesh Uppal
January 6, 2025 Cyber & IW, Quantum
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Introduction In today’s hyper-connected world, secure communication underpins the functioning of businesses, governments, and individuals alike. Yet Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) attacks remain one of the most persistent cybersecurity challenges. These attacks allow adversaries to intercept, alter, or steal sensitive information while remaining invisible to both communicating parties. As organizations increasingly …
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Rajesh Uppal
January 6, 2025 Cyber & IW, Geopolitics, Strategy & Technological Rivalries
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Cyber warfare, the practice of a nation-state or international organization using cyber attacks to damage another nation’s computers or information networks, is increasingly emerging as the next frontier of war. These cyber operations can involve deploying computer viruses, launching denial-of-service attacks, and infiltrating information systems. As geopolitical tensions rise, cyber …
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Rajesh Uppal
January 6, 2025 AI & IT
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) has rapidly evolved into an indispensable tool across industries. However, the complexity and opacity of AI systems have raised concerns about their reliability and trustworthiness. To address this challenge, DARPA has launched the Artificial Intelligence Quantified (AIQ) program. As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to advance, the need …
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Rajesh Uppal
January 5, 2025 Industry & Market Dynamics, Manufacturing
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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has recently issued a Request for Information (RFI) under the title “Industrial Mobilization for Crisis Manufacturing” (DARPA-SN-24-68). This initiative reflects a growing recognition of the critical need for the U.S. industrial base to rapidly scale production capabilities in response to unforeseen crises, such …
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Rajesh Uppal
January 5, 2025 Mechanical, Nanotech, Thermal, Propulsion & Energy, Unmanned & Autonomous Systems
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Molecular robotics, the field dedicated to engineering machines at the molecular scale, holds transformative potential across various domains. However, one of the most significant hurdles in this realm is devising effective propulsion methods for these minuscule machines. Unlike traditional robots that use wheels or propellers, molecular robots require innovative propulsion …
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Rajesh Uppal
January 4, 2025 Human & Soldier Systems, Security & Threat Management
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The supply of potable water to warfighters in the field is not just a logistical challenge—it’s a critical factor that impacts mission success, safety, and operational flexibility. Historically, the transport of water has incurred significant economic costs, tactical limitations, and, tragically, avoidable casualties. For instance, during Operations Enduring Freedom (OEF) …
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