A phone case company has launched an unusual corporate clean-up effort to fight ocean plastic. RHINOSHIELD, one of the world’s largest smartphone case makers, designed and built Circular Blue, an auto
TSMC is preparing to install equipment in its Fab 21 phase 2 facility in Arizona as early as the third quarter of 2026, according to a Nikkei report citing sources familiar with the plan. If the sched
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A New York Times report describes a major crisis inside China’s military leadership under Xi Jinping. At a recent legislative meeting, the absence of many top generals made visible the scale of the pu
A 23-year-old Taiwanese college student, identified as Lin, allegedly disrupted Taiwan’s high-speed rail system by using software-defined radios (SDRs) to broadcast a false General Alarm signal. The s
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The Pentagon is pursuing AI-enhanced target recognition to help troops, vehicles, and ships defeat drones more quickly and accurately. The Defense Innovation Unit’s C-UAS Close-In Kinetic Defeat Enhan
Taiwan student pwns rail comms, halts high-speed trains
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A university student in Taiwan has been accused of disrupting the country’s high-speed rail system by triggering a false emergency signal, causing trains to stop for 48 minutes on April 5. Taiwan High
Defining Cognitive Warfare: A NDAA Mandate Response
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The article responds to a 2026 NDAA mandate requiring the Department of War to define “cognitive warfare” and distinguish it from related information-domain activities such as information operations,
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Romania has been added to the U.S. counter-drone marketplace, allowing it to acquire counter-unmanned aerial system (C-UAS) technology through a Pentagon-managed procurement platform. The Army announc
The Pentagon's newly established Defense Autonomous Warfare Group (DAWG) is poised to receive a staggering budget of $54.6 billion for fiscal year 2027, a dramatic increase of over 24,000% from its in
In February 2023, a Chinese balloon flying over the U.S. sparked significant media attention and political fallout. After the balloon was shot down, Synthetaic's RAIC (Rapid Automated Image Categoriza
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The Policy Change Index (PCI) is an innovative open-source machine learning initiative designed to forecast significant policy changes in authoritarian regimes by analyzing their propaganda outputs. T
US Special Operations Command Needs to Buy Off the Shelf
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The article emphasizes the urgent need for the U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM) to transition from expensive, high-signature military radios to low-cost, commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) technol
The Editors | Ira Stoll | Substack
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A recent claim by Guermantes Lailari, a former U.S. Air Force lieutenant colonel, suggests that two engineers from China's People’s Liberation Army (PLA) were discovered in Hamas’s sophisticated tunne
A new bill introduced in California, AB-2047, aims to regulate 3D printer sales by requiring manufacturers to ensure their devices cannot print firearms. This legislation aligns with similar bills pro
The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has established an extensive global network of over 2,000 organizations across democratic nations, specifically the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Ger
We Asked the Math Tutor Who Posts His Lessons on Pornhub: Why?
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Wei Chang, a 34-year-old Taiwanese math tutor, has gained unexpected popularity on Pornhub by sharing serious math lessons rather than adult content. Operating under the slogan "Play Hard Study Hard!"
PRC Targets NATO Frontline States - Jamestown
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The People's Republic of China (PRC) is increasingly targeting NATO frontline states through technology access, influence networks, and dual-use infrastructure, which may undermine NATO's cohesion and
Taiwan's Tron Future has introduced an innovative AI-assisted system for guiding anti-armor rockets, showcased for the first time at the Singapore Airshow from February 3-8, 2026. The system, known as
Taiwan’s Tron Future unveils AI-guided anti-armor rockets
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Taiwan's Tron Future has introduced an innovative AI-assisted system for guiding anti-armor rockets, showcased for the first time at the Singapore Airshow from February 3-8, 2026. The system, known as
The recent dismissal of a high-ranking Chinese general has plunged the military into disarray, raising significant concerns regarding China's strategic posture, particularly in relation to Taiwan. Thi
Zhang Youxia’s Differences with Xi Jinping Led to His Purge - Jamestown
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On January 24, 2026, Chinese authorities announced investigations into Central Military Commission (CMC) Vice Chairman Zhang Youxia and CMC Chief of Staff Liu Zhenli, citing "serious disciplinary and
China's recent military purge, which included the removal of high-ranking officers and allegations of espionage, has raised concerns about political instability within the Chinese Communist Party and
The recent downfall of Gen. Zhang Youxia, China's top military official and a close ally of President Xi Jinping, has plunged the Chinese military into disarray and raised concerns over Taiwan's futur
Experts, including AI researchers and activists, warn that the emergence of "AI bot swarms" poses a significant threat to democracy, particularly in the context of social media manipulation. A recent
A critical warning has been issued for users of OnePlus 13, 15, and 13T devices regarding the ColorOS 16.0.3.501 update. Reports confirm that this update activates a hardware-level Anti-Rollback (ARB)
A critical warning has been issued for users of OnePlus 13, 15, and 13T devices regarding the ColorOS 16.0.3.501 update. Reports confirm that this update activates a hardware-level Anti-Rollback (ARB)
The quiet way AI normalizes foreign influence
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AI technology is facilitating the normalization of foreign propaganda in the U.S. by directing users toward accessible state-aligned sources, as many credible outlets are behind paywalls or blocking a
How AI Companies Got Caught Up in US Military Efforts
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Over the past year, major AI companies including OpenAI, Meta, and Anthropic shifted from opposing military applications of their technologies to actively partnering with the U.S. military. OpenAI lif
In November 2025, a significant data leak from the Chinese cybersecurity firm KnownSec was posted on GitHub, revealing its deep ties to the PLA and MSS, portraying it as a state-aligned contractor rat
U.S.-China Space Competition Is Anchored to Geography on Earth
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The U.S.-China space competition is heavily influenced by terrestrial infrastructure, with the U.S. benefiting from a robust network of allies and overseas territories that enhance its space capabilit
The Future of War Part III: Strategic Sabotage in an Era of Great-Power
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The latest episode of the Irregular Warfare Podcast examines strategic sabotage as a form of deterrence below armed conflict, focusing on a near-future story by August Cole set in 2037 amid U.S.–China
The Fog of AI
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Artificial intelligence is becoming critical for national security, aiding militaries in analyzing data and making strategic decisions. However, the rise of advanced AI also poses risks, as adversarie
The Aerospace Advantage
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The Mitchell Institute's episodes highlight memorable experiences from military service, focusing on aviation and space. Guests, including retired generals, share thrilling stories, such as Lt. Gen. D
What is Nifty Nugget? NDAA revives 47-year-old military exercise
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China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) is developing an advanced, AI-powered military logistics system to enhance its supply capabilities during conflicts. This initiative is guided by the principle t
The Pentagon's latest report to Congress highlights China's advancements in generative AI, particularly in large language models (LLMs), which have significantly narrowed the technological gap with th
Home - EndeavourOS
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EndeavourOS has launched its latest version, Ganymede, offering a lightweight, Arch-based operating system designed for customization. Users can start their journey with a terminal-centric system, sup
Military Vehicle Modernization | Veptos Tactimod®
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Veptos is a military vehicle modernization company that has been collaborating with military prime contractors and foreign governments since 2010 to enhance vehicles for battlefield use at a fraction
Inside the Air Force Plan to Start a One-Way Attack Drone Unit
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Dec 25
The U.S. Air Force plans to establish a new unit in 2026 focused on experimental operations with low-cost, one-way attack drones. This initiative, part of Project Artemis, aims to develop tactics for
America’s Drone Delusion
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The article discusses the significant role of drone warfare in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, where small drones account for up to 70% of battlefield casualties. In response, the U.S
U.S. spatial intelligence firm Vantor showcased its satellite imaging capabilities by producing detailed 3D images of China's Yulin Naval Base with 50cm resolution in just 10 hours from a single satel