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Exponential innovation is causing exponential disruption
Exponential innovation is causing exponential disruption
Exponential innovation is causing exponential disruption
Recently, the United States, South Korea, and Japan convened its third trilateral dialogue focused on countering the cyber threat posed by North Korea (DPRK).
In this age of global polycrisis, safeguarding critical infrastructure has become a top priority for governments, businesses, and security professionals. This post provides a brief Q324 survey of the risks and vulnerabilities faced by essential systems, from energy grids to communication networks and transportation to the water, food, and agriculture sectors. This risk assessment identifies…
In an August 6th newsletter, Project Liberty provided an overview of the recent passage in the U.S. Senate of the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) and the Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA 2.0). Find Details here.
In the age of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cryptocurrency, the reliability of the U.S. financial system resiliency is called into question: here is what you need to know.
Find here a compilation of some seriously well-reported and sourced global documentaries and news reports on the global interconnectedness, virality, and spreadability of right-wing extremism and violence. Germany’s Enemy Within (full documentary) | FRONTLINE Amid accusations that the German far-right party, the AfD (Alternative für Deutschland), has provoked violence, which it denies, FRONTLINE investigates…
Last week, the Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI) – launched of a major expansion of the ASPI’s Critical Technology Tracker – a comprehensive tool designed to monitor and analyze the global landscape of 64 critical technologies that are essential for national security, economic prosperity, and social stability. Find the details of the major update of…
Recently, the United States government accused Russia of conducting sustained efforts to influence the 2024 election. If true, this is not surprising as election-timed influence operations gained notoriety in 2016 catalyzing the call to protect the election process and maintain their integrity. Russia was on the forefront (although China and Iran pursued their own activities and still do) via…
In our recent Global Situational Awareness and Threat Vector Survey, we endeavored to send out an early warning signal regarding this unique time period – marked by a saturation of information warfare, social engineering, and ransomware activity, arguably propelled by the threat surface that is the information ecosystem driving the U.S. presidential election. Consistent with…
As we stand on the cusp of a new technological era, the race to secure our digital world has never been more urgent. Quantum computers, once the stuff of science fiction, are rapidly becoming a reality. While their potential to revolutionize fields like medicine and finance is immense, so too is their potential to upend…
What are the scenarios for a massive public/private partnership for delivery of essential humanitarian aid and the efficiency of aid distribution in conflict zones such as Gaza? To start, we provide some background in the form of first principles thinking and an overview of the potential stakeholders in this potential public/private partnership, including their capabilities…
Bob Zukis is a man on a mission to improve the ability of corporate America to succeed in a complex digital world, even when under constant cyber attack. Bob is the CEO and founder of the Digital Directors Network, the global pioneer in helping corporate directors advance their understanding of systemic risk. We consider Bob…
Adam Shostack is widely known in the cybersecurity world for his pioneering work on disclosing and discussing computer vulnerabilities (the CVE (common vulnerabilities and exposures) list). He also helped formalize and train leading approaches to threat modeling and wrote the foundational book on the subject (Threat Modeling: Designing for Security). In this OODAcast we seek…
Sebastian Mallaby joined the OODAcast for a discussion about the Power Law in venture capital and the rise of the global hedge fund and private equity industries.
Neil Wiley has lead some of the US Intelligence Community’s most important analytical functions. His career in intelligence began as a Naval Intelligence Officer in an operational intelligence center focused on support to critical operational naval missions. He would later serve joint intelligence missions in Europe, would rise to lead all analytical activities at the…
This OODAcast features a fascinating conversation with Michael Gibson, the author of the book “Paper Belt on Fire” who is also the co-founder of the Thiel Fellowship program and the 1517 Fund, both of which focus on identifying unconventional ideas and individuals that can drive disruptive innovation in technology, arts, and science.
In this OODAcast, we talk with Jimmy Soni, the author of the book “The Founders: The Story of PayPal and the Entrepreneurs Who Shaped Silicon Valley”. Jimmy takes a deep, historical look at the founding story of PayPal with detailed analysis, interviews, and access that you won’t find in any other telling of the PayPal…
In this OODAcast we interview one of our close friends and OODA network members, Jen Hoar. Jen is a former journalist-turned-corporate investigator who has leveraged the potent act of asking, and listening, to turn strangers into sources and contacts into clients. Her expertise, which is clearly also her passion, is identifying and interviewing smart people…
Covering technology issues, and specifically cybersecurity as a journalist is a tough endeavor. Some of these technologies are complex as are the security vulnerabilities often inherent in their deployment and making these topics broadly accessible can be a challenge. Many of the underlying issues touch upon national security and civil liberties creating an interesting nexus…
Lawrence Gasman has researched and reported on quantum technologies from the beginning of the discipline of quantum computing. He is now the President of Inside Quantum Technology (IQT), which provides in-depth business intelligence for the quantum technology industry. IQT also runs several major quantum technology conferences as well as a quantum industry news service. On…
In 2020, we launched the OODAcast video and podcast series designed to provide insightful analysis and actionable intelligence to decision makers. In this 100th episode, co-hosts Matt Devost and Bob Gourley review some of the key insights from the series. Matt and Bob also discuss a OODA’s recent assessment of risks and opportunities given the…
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