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Taiwan Strait Tensions Threaten Global Semiconductor Supply
As geopolitical tensions escalate between China and Taiwan, the global semiconductor market stands on the precipice of significant...

Rich Washburn
Jun 24, 20242 min read


Strategic Showdown: China’s Taiwan Play and the US Response
The Asia-Pacific region is witnessing a critical escalation in tensions as China appears to be gearing up for a significant move towards...

Watchtower
Jun 24, 20242 min read


Flashpoint: How Recent Attacks Could Spark a US-Russia War
Recent militant attacks in the North Caucasus and a significant missile strike on Sevastopol signal a dangerous escalation with the...

Watchtower
Jun 23, 20242 min read


Reclaiming Our Educational Values: Trump's Vision for the Future
In a recent address at the Faith and Freedom Coalition’s Road to Majority conference, former President Donald Trump unveiled his vision...

Rich Washburn
Jun 22, 20242 min read


Uncharted Waters: Chinese Aggression and Global Implications
The South China Sea has long been a flashpoint for territorial disputes and military conflicts. China's aggressive expansionist policies...

Rich Washburn
Jun 20, 20243 min read


Leaked Insights: The Road to Superintelligence by 2027
Leopold Ashenbrenner, a former employee at OpenAI, has revealed a groundbreaking document outlining the imminent future of artificial...

Rich Washburn
Jun 20, 20243 min read


FCC's Shutdown of GMRS Repeater Network Sparks Fourth Amendment Debate
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has reportedly shut down a large GMRS repeater system network. While initially dismissed as a...

Rich Washburn
Jun 20, 20242 min read


The New Axis: Unveiling the Russia-North Korea Strategic Partnership
Russia and North Korea have declared a comprehensive strategic partnership, echoing Cold War alliances with a modern twist. As Russian...

Rich Washburn
Jun 19, 20242 min read


From OpenAI to SSI: Ilya Sutskever's Bold New Mission
In a groundbreaking revelation, Ilya Sutskever, a pivotal figure in the AI world, has announced his new venture: Safe Superintelligence...

Rich Washburn
Jun 19, 20243 min read


The End of Privacy: How AI and NPUs are Making E2E Encryption Obsolete
In a stunning revelation that might feel like a dystopian prophecy coming true, end-to-end encryption (E2E) is being rendered obsolete by...

Rich Washburn
Jun 19, 20243 min read


FreeBSD 14.1: Robust Upgrade for Servers, Workstations, and More
FreeBSD 14.1, the latest iteration of the FreeBSD operating system, has been officially released, bringing with it a slew of enhancements...

Rich Washburn
Jun 18, 20242 min read


Inside the Mind of Advanced Malware: Techniques and Tactics Unveiled
In the world of cybersecurity, understanding the intricacies of advanced malware is crucial. Recently, I looked at an enterprise-grade...

Rich Washburn
Jun 17, 20243 min read


How Cisco is Quietly Powering the AI Revolution The Unsung Heroes of AI
Cisco Systems, a name often associated with enterprise networking solutions, is now emerging as a significant player in the artificial...

Rich Washburn
Jun 17, 20243 min read


Bespoke AI Solutions: Transforming Your Business, Your Way
Everyone always asks what I do. The long answer is this: “I understand your processes and goals, then leverage cutting-edge blah blah...

Rich Washburn
Jun 17, 20243 min read


Port Corio: Peru’s Bold Move to Counter Chinese Trade Dominance
In a strategic move to counterbalance the growing influence of China over maritime trade in South America, Peru is actively pitching a...

Rich Washburn
Jun 16, 20243 min read


Paper Tiger: China’s Waning Influence and Strained Alliances
The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) finds itself in a precarious position. With alliances fraying and geopolitical pressures mounting,...

Watchtower
Jun 16, 20243 min read


New Linux Malware DISGOMOJI Uses Emojis on Discord for Command and Control
A newly discovered Linux malware named DISGOMOJI has emerged, posing a significant risk to government agencies in India. This malware...

Rich Washburn
Jun 16, 20242 min read


Surveillance State 2.0: Former NSA Director Joins OpenAI Board
In a stunning and controversial development, OpenAI has appointed former NSA Director Paul Nakasone to its board, specifically to its...

Rich Washburn
Jun 15, 20243 min read


Scalable Quantum Computing on Brink of Breakthrough
Quantum computing has long promised to revolutionize fields like financial markets and cryptographic security. Recently, major strides...

Rich Washburn
Jun 15, 20242 min read


AI-Powered Breakthrough: Tesla's New Battery Material Reduces Lithium Use by 70%
In a groundbreaking development that has captivated the tech world, artificial intelligence (AI) has once again proven its transformative...

Rich Washburn
Jun 14, 20243 min read


DJI Drones Face Uncertain Future in the U.S. Amid National Security Concerns
The future of DJI drones in the United States is at a critical juncture. With the impending House vote on the Countering CCP Drones Act...

Rich Washburn
Jun 14, 20242 min read


Silicon Shield or Chinese Roulette?
In the game of global politics and technology, Taiwan stands as the linchpin of the semiconductor industry. As home to the world's most...

Rich Washburn
Jun 14, 20243 min read


Big Brother's Balloon: Why is the US Under Surveillance…by the US?
As Americans go about their daily lives, a growing web of surveillance hovers unseen above them. From high-altitude reconnaissance...

Rich Washburn
Jun 13, 20243 min read


Eyes in the Sky: High-Altitude Reconnaissance
June 13, 2024 The volume of global surveillance and military intelligence has reached unprecedented levels. This OSINT report outlines...

Watchtower
Jun 13, 20242 min read


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