Tag: policy
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The Digital Iron Curtain: 5 Surprising Realities of Moscow’s Great Internet Blackout
Moscow is experiencing a technological regression, reminiscent of the 1990s, as state-imposed restrictions decay its digital infrastructure. With skyrocketing demand for analog devices and decreasing economic vitality, the government is testing a “Splinternet,” driven by fears of internal dissent. This situation poses questions about the city’s future amid increasing censorship and surveillance.
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THE DIGITAL FRONTLINES OF THE IRAN WAR:
How Geopolitics Weaponized Cyberspace — and Left America Exposed By the CyberCenter Editorial Team | Political & Security AnalysisVladimir Tsakanyan When the United States and Israel launched a sweeping air and sea bombingcampaign against Iranian military and government assets on February 28,2026, the kinetic strikes were only one dimension of the conflict thatfollowed. Within hours,…
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AI‑Supercharged Espionage: What Autonomous Cyber Operations Mean for State Responsibility and Cyber Diplomacy
Artificial intelligence is transforming cyber espionage, making operations faster and more autonomous. This raises legal and diplomatic challenges regarding state responsibility, as AI can complicate attribution and accountability. As AI-driven campaigns deepen and accelerating, the need for rigorous oversight and evolving cyber diplomacy is critical to address new risks and maintain international norms.
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Trump’s Cyber Strategy for America:
The White House’s new cyber strategy, released on March 6, 2026, signals a decisive shift towards a more aggressive, market-driven approach to cybersecurity. It emphasizes deterrence, reduced regulation, private sector leadership, and the adoption of advanced technologies like AI and post-quantum cryptography. However, effective implementation remains critical to address ongoing cyber threats.
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Washington’s New Cyber Strategy on China: Tough Talk, Weak Armor
The Trump administration’s new cyber strategy casts China as the U.S.’s main cyber threat, emphasizing an offensive approach. However, this strategy misidentifies the challenge by prioritizing aggression over crucial defensive measures. The approach risks leaving U.S. infrastructure exposed while failing to effectively connect cyber operations with broader policy tools against China.
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Cyber and Space as Primary Instruments of Modern Warfare: Strategic Implications of the Pentagon’s “First Mover” Doctrine in Operation Epic Fury
By Vladimir Tsakanyan | Senior Specialist, Cyber Politics & Strategic Studies | March 3, 2026 On March 2, 2026, General Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, made a public declaration that fundamentally redefines the operational architecture of American military power. Standing at a Pentagon podium, he confirmed that United States Cyber Command…
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Israel’s Historic Cyberattacks Against the Islamic Republic: Consequences, Outcomes, and the Long Shadow Over America
Vladimir Tsakanyan Setting the Stage: A New Kind of Warfare On February 28, 2026, the world witnessed something unprecedented. As Israeli fighter jets and cruise missiles struck IRGC command centers under Operation “Roar of the Lion,” a simultaneous digital offensive plunged Iran into near-total darkness. Internet connectivity in Iran collapsed to just 4% of normal…
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The Art of the Deal in the Age of AI: How OpenAI Won the Pentagon and What It Means for the Future of Military Technology
The OpenAI-Pentagon deal marks a significant shift in military AI dynamics following the exclusion of a competitor. OpenAI’s rapid response, strategic framing, and innovative “safety stack” position it as a dominant player in military AI. This agreement sets precedents for future AI governance while highlighting the intertwining of technology, power, and national security.
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The Day the Government Blacklisted an AI Company: What the Anthropic-Pentagon Showdown Really Means
On February 27, 2026, the U.S. government ordered a ban on Anthropic, an AI company, for refusing to allow unrestricted military use of its technology. This unprecedented move highlights a shift in government-AI relationships, raising concerns about ethical boundaries in military applications and the potential political weaponization of national security laws.
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When the Chatbot Became the Weapon: The Mexico AI Hack and the Global Reckoning It Demands
In February 2026, a single hacker utilized AI tools to breach Mexican government data systems, exposing the records of 195 million individuals. This politically destabilizing incident revealed severe cybersecurity deficiencies and spurred calls for enhanced regulations and accountability for AI companies. The breach exemplifies a new era of democratized cyber threats, implicating future electoral security.
