Security, Cyber & Counter-Threats examines the evolving landscape of digital conflict, hybrid warfare, and threat mitigation in an increasingly networked world.
This magazine covers cyber operations, information warfare, digital resilience, and security architectures shaping modern defense and intelligence ecosystems.
Designed for analysts, policymakers, and technology leaders, it delivers actionable insights into how states and non-state actors compete, defend, and adapt in the information age.
The landscape of cyber threats is rapidly evolving, with the emergence of sophisticated malware leveraging cutting-edge technologies. One particularly alarming trend is the increasing use of Large Language Models (LLMs) to enhance the capabilities of malicious software. In recent years,…...
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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…...
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In an era where the digital landscape is intricately woven into the fabric of daily life, critical infrastructure sectors such as drinking water and wastewater systems have become increasingly attractive targets for cyberattacks. Water infrastructure, encompassing drinking water and wastewater systems,…...
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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…...
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The rise of digital media has brought unparalleled opportunities for information sharing, but it has also created fertile ground for large-scale disinformation attacks. As the ability to generate falsified media—whether through altered images, deepfake videos, or fabricated text—has advanced rapidly,…...
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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has unveiled two major initiatives to strengthen defenses against deepfakes—AI-generated media designed to deceive by manipulating or synthesizing content. With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence, deepfakes are becoming increasingly sophisticated and pose…...
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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has long been at the forefront of groundbreaking technological innovations, particularly in the realm of national security. One of its latest and most ambitious initiatives, the CARCOSA program, seeks to revolutionize cyber warfare…...
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In an era where technological dominance and national security are tightly intertwined, the United States Department of Defense (DoD) has identified the critical need to reduce reliance on foreign sources for rare earth elements (REEs). These essential materials, indispensable in…...
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In modern warfare, the reliance on advanced electronics and portable devices has made power management a critical factor in ensuring mission success. From communications equipment and surveillance tools to wearable technology and autonomous systems, the demand for reliable, long-lasting, and…...
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Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs) are revolutionizing how we explore and protect our oceans. These autonomous vessels, operating at or near the sea surface without any onboard operators, are increasingly being employed across various sectors. From monitoring marine life to enhancing…...
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