The Race for Classified Document Security: The Biden-Trump Contrast

News Monitors Analysis of the Biden Administration and the Risk of Chinese Espionage In recent years, the handling of classified information has become a hot topic in American politics. In 2022, headlines condemned former President Donald Trump for mishandling classified information, a term used to describe secrets that have genuine national security value. However, in… Read More The Race for Classified Document Security: The Biden-Trump Contrast

Uncovering the Intelligence Community’s Battle for OSINT Dominance: An Analysis by News Monitors

In the commercial space imagery industry, competition is heating up as companies strive to hold onto their dominant positions and profit margins. Maxar Technologies, the largest supplier of satellite photos and other imagery to commercial and government customers, recently went private in a $6.4 billion deal with private equity fund Advent International. This move allows Maxar more flexibility in making business decisions and to rely less on stock markets for capital. However, rival SpaceX has announced a new subsidiary called Starshield to provide enhanced versions of Starlink technology and larger earth-imaging satellites to provide whatever sensing capabilities a national security customer wants. This includes photos, real-time video and all manner of data which satellite sensors can collect. This new subsidiary aims to take business away from commercial firms like Blacksky and Maxtar that already have government contracts for persistent imaging. The market for OSINT is constantly evolving, and companies are competing to stay at the forefront of the industry.… Read More Uncovering the Intelligence Community’s Battle for OSINT Dominance: An Analysis by News Monitors

Arms Delivery to Ukraine: An Analysis of the Latest Weapons Systems. Including Patriot Air Defense Systems, JDAM Smart Bombs, and More

The United States has recently sent a shipment of weapons to Ukraine, including Patriot air defense systems and JDAM smart bomb kits to convert unguided bombs into GPS-guided bombs. The shipment also includes more GMLRS guided rockets and Excalibur GPS guided 155mm artillery shells. There are also more HARM anti-radar missiles, HIMARS launcher vehicles, Cougar… Read More Arms Delivery to Ukraine: An Analysis of the Latest Weapons Systems. Including Patriot Air Defense Systems, JDAM Smart Bombs, and More

Starshield: The Next Revolution in Military Intelligence Gathering

SpaceX has announced the creation of a new subsidiary, Starshield, which will utilize enhanced versions of Starlink technology and larger earth-imaging satellites equipped with sensors to provide a range of data collection services for national security agencies such as the NSA and CIA. This includes the ability to capture photos, real-time video, and various forms… Read More Starshield: The Next Revolution in Military Intelligence Gathering

Conflict in Syria: Recent Incidents and Interventions by Israel, Turkey, and Russia

News Monitors Analysis: The Syrian conflict continues to be a complex and multifaceted war, with various countries and non-state actors vying for influence and control. Israel, Turkey, and Russia have all been actively involved in the conflict, with Israel conducting airstrikes against Syrian targets, Turkey supporting Syrian rebel groups and carrying out its own airstrikes,… Read More Conflict in Syria: Recent Incidents and Interventions by Israel, Turkey, and Russia

Espionage in Europe: “The Threat of Russian Sleeper Agents”

“Russian Sleeper Agents: A Comprehensive Guide” Russian sleeper agents, also known as “illegals”, have been a problem for years, with more being activated in recent years for various tasks including espionage. Since the invasion of Ukraine, sleepers have been activated to gather information on NATO’s efforts to support the Ukrainian war effort. European counterintelligence agencies… Read More Espionage in Europe: “The Threat of Russian Sleeper Agents”