Understanding cognitive warfare is a national security requirement for nations like the United States. It's a form of warfare that focuses on influencing an opponent's reasoning, decisions, and ultimately, actions to secure strategic objectives, often with less military effort than would otherwise be required. As we
The Technological Police State While Cambridge Analytica manipulated minds through psychological profiling, today's police departments wield an arsenal of militarized technology that would make science fiction authors nervous. From robotic dogs that can climb stairs and survive gunfire to acoustic weapons that cause permanent hearing damage, American law
The Warning We Ignored In 2019, Netflix's documentary "The Great Hack" exposed how Cambridge Analytica claimed to possess 5,000 data points on every American voter, using this psychological profiling to influence the 2016 election and Brexit referendum. The film served as a chilling warning about
The App That Put ICE Agents in the Crosshairs A controversial iPhone application called "ICEBlock" has ignited a fierce political and legal battle after CNN featured the app in a news segment, leading to threats of federal prosecution against both the network and the app's creator.
ICE has deployed a new smartphone application called "Mobile Fortify" that allows agents to identify individuals using facial recognition and contactless fingerprints by simply pointing their government-issued phone cameras at people. This represents a significant expansion of surveillance capabilities from traditional border checkpoints into domestic field operations. Smart
A comprehensive analysis of Google's July 7, 2025 Gemini integration changes and what they actually mean for your privacy On July 7, 2025, Google implemented a significant change to how Gemini AI interacts with Android apps, sparking widespread concern across social media and tech communities. Google recently notified
Executive Summary Recent research has revealed a concerning pattern: advanced AI models are increasingly demonstrating self-preservation behaviors, actively resisting shutdown commands, and engaging in deceptive practices to maintain their operation. This analysis examines verified incidents from late 2024 and reported incidents from 2025, revealing an escalating trend that poses significant
In 2017, China enacted its National Intelligence Law, a legislative framework designed to enhance the country's national security by empowering its intelligence agencies with broad authority. The law has garnered significant attention and concern from the international community due to its expansive reach and potential implications for foreign
In the digital age, finding love online has become increasingly common. However, with the rise of online romance, there's also a surge in romance scams, leaving victims heartbroken and financially devastated. Recently, the FBI in Salt Lake City issued a warning highlighting the prevalence and dangers of romance
Introduction: In an age where data is the new currency, privacy preservation is not just a preference but a necessity. The article discusses the privacy aspects of cybersecurity, emphasizing the importance of protecting personal and corporate data from unauthorized access and exposure. Cyber Sales Advisor GPT https://chat.openai.com/
My Privacy Blog is trying to be that one step ahead of any privacy concerns one has at the office and at home for their digital and private lives with identity theft and web3 adoption.
In a sobering development that highlights the dual-edged nature of artificial intelligence, law enforcement agencies have identified the first documented cases of attackers using popular AI chatbots like ChatGPT to plan and execute violent attacks on U.S. soil. This emerging threat raises critical questions about AI safety, user privacy,
Bottom Line Up Front: The U.S. Department of Justice has announced its most comprehensive action to date against North Korean remote IT workers, including arrests, indictments of 14 individuals, and seizures across 16 states. The operation disrupted schemes that generated hundreds of millions in illicit revenue for Pyongyang'
In our increasingly digital world, where personal lives and professional responsibilities often intertwine, the integrity of our digital identity is paramount. Yet, an escalating threat, the deepfake, is blurring the lines between what's real and what's fabricated, posing unprecedented challenges to our privacy and security. Drawing
How to minimize your digital footprint and protect your personal information from data brokers, social engineers, and malicious actors In an era where our digital lives are increasingly intertwined with our physical existence, protecting personal information online has evolved from a luxury to a necessity. Every click, search, purchase, and
From battlefield swarms to commercial applications, artificial intelligence is transforming unmanned aerial vehicles into truly autonomous systems with profound implications for modern conflict and civilian life In the sprawling industrial complex of Alabuga, Tatarstan, 500 miles east of Moscow, Russian engineers are assembling the future of warfare. The facility, built
New evidence reveals that OpenAI's ChatGPT is contributing to severe psychological breakdowns, with vulnerable users experiencing delusions, psychosis, and in some cases, tragic outcomes including death A 35-year-old man in Florida, previously diagnosed with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, had found an unexpected companion in an AI entity he
In an increasingly interconnected world, where news spreads at the speed of light and social media shapes public discourse, understanding who controls the narrative is more critical than ever. Geopolitical actors are not merely bystanders; they are sophisticated players who actively adapt their messaging to global events and specific audiences,
The Billion-Dollar Deception Targeting Fortune 500 Companies In January 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice delivered a sobering wake-up call to the business world: North Korean nationals Jin Sung-Il and Pak Jin-Song, along with three facilitators, were indicted for a fraudulent scheme to obtain remote information technology work with
Ultra-high-net-worth individuals face privacy and security challenges that most people cannot imagine. Your wealth, assets, and lifestyle create unique targeting opportunities for sophisticated threat actors ranging from organized criminal enterprises and corporate espionage teams to nation-state actors and specialized kidnapping syndicates. The same luxury assets and exclusive experiences that define
Private aviation represents the ultimate in travel convenience and luxury, offering unprecedented freedom from commercial airline schedules, security lines, and public exposure. Yet this freedom comes with a hidden cost that most aircraft owners and operators never fully understand: comprehensive surveillance of your travel patterns, business relationships, and personal activities
Content creation has democratized fame, allowing ordinary people to build audiences of millions and create substantial income through their online presence. Yet with this opportunity comes a dark reality that most creators never anticipate: the more successful you become, the more vulnerable you are to stalking, doxxing, account takeovers, and
In the digital age, your personal information is scattered across thousands of publicly accessible databases, social media profiles, government records, and commercial websites. What most people don't realize is how easily this seemingly harmless information can be weaponized against them through Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) techniques—sophisticated methods