Category Security, Cyber & Counter-Threats

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.

HALEU: The Uranium Fuel for Next-Gen Reactors—A Clean Energy Breakthrough or a Nuclear Weapons Risk?

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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DARPA CARCOSA Program: Enhancing Cyber Capabilities on the Battlefield

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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Strengthening Domestic Rare Earth Supply Chains: A Defense Priority

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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Powering the Future Soldier: Fault-Tolerant and Cyber-Secure Battery Management Systems (BMS) for Military Applications

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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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The Rise of Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs): Transforming Naval Warfare

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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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A Global Analysis of Advanced Mass Surveillance Practices and Technologies

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In the wake of recent global threats and terrorism, governments around the world have ramped up their surveillance efforts, often crossing into areas previously deemed private. What once seemed the stuff of spy movies is now a stark reality, as…...

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Future Energy Supply: The Hybridization of Renewable Technologies

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In today’s world, energy consumption is estimated at 12 billion tons of oil equivalent (TOE), with projections suggesting a potential two- to threefold increase by the beginning of the 22nd century. Simultaneously, fossil fuel reserves—comprising oil, coal, and natural gas—are…...

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Bolstering National Security: Addressing Vulnerabilities in the U.S. Defense Industrial Base

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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…...

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Safeguarding Our Future: Addressing the Cyber Threats and Vulnerabilities of Billions of Everyday “Internet of Things” (IoT) Devices

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The Internet of Things (IoT) has emerged as one of the most transformative technological advancements of the 21st century. From smart homes to connected cars and military applications, the IoT promises to revolutionize how we live, work, and secure our…...

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ARPA-E: Powering America’s Energy Future Through Innovation

The Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) stands as a beacon of innovation in the United States’ quest for energy security and economic stability. Established by Congress to address long-term and high-risk challenges in the development of energy technologies, ARPA-E is…...

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