Why Open-Source Software is Critical for Cybersecurity?
Open-source software is critical for cybersecurity because secrecy always carries the risk of cheating, manipulation, or hidden threats so there…
The Geopolitics of Critical Mineral Supply Chains for Tech and Defence
In the 21st century, controlling the supply of critical minerals has become crucially important. These minerals, including cobalt, lithium, rare…
France in Turmoil: Domestic Instability and Its Impact on Europe’s Future
France is in political turmoil after successive governments collapsed and another prime minister resigned. With a fragmented parliament and rising…
The Role of Satellites in Modern Intelligence Gathering
Satellites are powerful ears and eyes that are in space and are above the Earth. They sneakily observe, hear and…
Undersea Cable Security – Invisible Backbone of the Internet
Undersea (submarine) cables are fiber-optic cables laid on the ocean floor that link countries and continents, carrying phone calls, internet…
The Future of Autonomous Weapons Systems: Ethical and Strategic Implications
Autonomous weapons systems (AWS), often referred to as “killer robots,” are one of the most discussed topics in defence and…
China Tech Rivalries – How the EU Navigates U.S.
Washington increasingly defines Beijing as a competitor. Brussels chooses a more layered description: partner, competitor, and systemic rival at once.…
The Role of the Global South in Redefining World Order
“Global South” is a general term for nations in Oceania and most of Asia, Africa, and Latin America and the…
Democracy vs Authoritarianism: The World in Tug-of-War
In the early 2020s, the world is facing an intense battle between democratic and authoritarian values. Democracy – “rule by…