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Defence and Telecoms Huddling Together for Protection. Okay, the title may be a bit facetious but several press announcements recently show that the interconnection between #nationalsecurity, the #defence industry and #telecoms is only deepening, which may have some knock-on effects for how we think about and organise for the #next #generation. https://lnkd.in/e_ph92Zh #AI, #GPS, #War

"Technology is a word that describes something that doesn't work yet." - Douglas Adams Summary: The article discusses how the conflicts in Ukraine and Israel offer lessons for the U.S. on integrating technology into military operations. It highlights the importance of not just having advanced technology but effectively integrating it with human capabilities. Israel's reliance on technology over human presence in Gaza and Ukraine's effective use of tech alongside human soldiers serve as case studies. The piece argues for the U.S. to balance technological advancements with human capital to maintain its military edge, emphasizing technology as a force multiplier rather than a replacement for human soldiers. Key Insights: 1. Integration of Tech with Human Forces: The importance of combining technology with human capabilities for effective military operations. 2. Technology as a Force Multiplier: The concept that technology should enhance, not replace, human soldiers in the field. 3. Lessons from Ukraine: Ukraine's successful use of technology in coordination with human soldiers provides valuable insights for military strategy. 4. Israel's Tech Reliance: Israel's approach to using technology extensively in military operations offers a different perspective on tech integration. 5. Adapting to Modern Warfare: The need for the U.S. to adapt its military strategies by learning from the experiences of Ukraine and Israel. Follow-up Questions: 1. How can the U.S. military better integrate technology with human capabilities based on Ukraine's experience? 2. What specific technologies have proven most effective in the conflicts in Ukraine and Israel? 3. How does the reliance on technology impact the ethical considerations of military operations? 4. In what ways can the lessons from Israel and Ukraine influence future U.S. military technology development? Suggestions for Further Reading: 1. "The Future of Warfare: How Technology is Transforming Conflict" - A book exploring the implications of new technologies on global conflicts. 2. "Cyber Warfare and the New World Order" - An analysis of how cyber warfare is reshaping military strategies worldwide. "3. Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Defense" - A study on the potential impacts of AI on national security and military operations. #MilitaryInnovation #TechIntegration #ModernWarfare #CyberSecurity #AIinDefense

A bit about what people prefer not to talk about today. War is monstrous. But... it is precisely it that gives impetus to the development of a significant portion of #human civilization's #technologies. The current situation is no exception. We have heard more than once that AI is incredibly actively used by #conflicting parties today. For instance, in early December, there was a note in the #news: "#Israel deployed the artificial intelligence 'Evangelion' for strikes against #HAMAS to select targets in the #Gaza sector." This was reported by the British newspaper The Guardian and the Israeli Local Call. The materials state that the system suggests coordinates of houses where HAMAS members and other groups may reside, but the decision to strike is made by the military. Analyzing the somewhat scarce information on this matter, we see that AI is used for: - Instant interaction between branches of the military in combat; - Analysis of terrorist infrastructure objects; - Radical modernization of equipment. Let's delve a bit into the last point. From "very competent sources," we hear that almost half of all Israeli tanks in Gaza have been destroyed. In reality, the statistics of HAMAS's great specialists are built in such a way that any RPG shot causing an Israeli tank of a certain type to burn is considered a hit. In reality, active armor works in 95% of cases. For example, the "Barak tank (Merkava Mark 4 Barak)" is equipped with the Trophy active protection system, creating a circular "protective screen" around the tank's hull.

In May 2021, during the 11-day war in Gaza, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) demonstrated a significant shift in their blood thirst.  During that bloody assault on Gaza, the IDF deployed artificial intelligence (AI) on an unprecedented scale as a modern warfare tactic. Many officials notably termed this war on Palestinians Israel's "first AI war," showcasing a malicious integration of machine learning and advanced computing in military operations and civilian targeting. As reported by several news platforms, namely The Guardian, Bloomberg News, and +972 Magazine, the use of the AI target-creation platform, known as "the Gospel" by IDF, significantly accelerated the target selection process, creating what officials likened to a "death factory" of targets. The exact nature of how the Gospel works is still ambiguous. Still, it's known that it feeds on a mix of drone footage, intercepted communications, and surveillance data, analysing Palestinians' movements and locations, which destroys the myth of precise bombing and targeting only military targets. This development compels us to ponder the dangerous implications of AI in warfare. While AI can undoubtedly contribute to advancements in many sectors, its application in military strategy, as demonstrated by the IDF in Gaza, reveals the danger of this technology when used by a terrorist and vengeful occupation. Reports mention that when depending on tools like the Gospel, the Israeli "commander is given a list of targets generated by a computer," for which he doesn't know how the list was formulated, taking away his capability to examine and question the targeting recommendations thoroughly. This reliance on automated systems poses a risk, as humans may inadvertently lose their capacity to assess the potential civilian harm associated with military actions thoughtfully. It's a stark reminder that AI, like any tool, can be wielded for various purposes, not all of which serve the greater good of humanity. It is also an urgent call to stop all types of support to this genocide committed by the terrorist organisation, the IDF. Have you ever thought of Tech progress being used for killing innocent people on a large scale? Read this to learn: https://lnkd.in/d5_FgKfn #freepalestine #stopgenocide #israelisaterroriststate #gazaunderattack

🔍 Ever wondered how surveillance technology is changing your child's school? 💼 States are pouring millions into grants for advanced AI surveillance, favoring specific software providers. However, there are stringent criteria - patented software, anti-terrorism designation, industry standard compliance and the ability to detect numerous firearm classifications – making it an exclusive club! 😮 Join me as we unravel this multi-billion dollar industry and discuss the implications of such technologies in our schools. 🧐 #SchoolSurveillance #AIinEducation https://buff.ly/44CadZg

This is a game changer. JNIM is confirmed to have weaponized drones for the first time in a complex attack in Mali. While they are the first Salafi-jihadist group in the Sahel to do this, it was only a matter of time before this happened. The use of TB2 drones by state security forces to target JNIM and ISGS camps in Burkina Faso and Mali has escalated significantly since early 2023, as have reports of civilians (predominantly Peulh) also being targeted. We should assume two things from this development, as outlined in the brief -1. JNIM will improve quickly, train & disseminate via its networks, and drone attacks will increase significantly 2. Security Forces are not prepared for this. Really grim.

Has Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) been 'privatized,' leaving the state—and the public—dependent on private companies to provide these critical capabilities? While not completely new development, it's a very interesting topic discussed this week on International Code of Conduct Association (ICoCA)’s blog https://lnkd.in/eDCJVH_Y particularly relevant to recent conflicts and the increasing reliance on private actors, such as the war in Ukraine and the use of Starlink. By Viliam Ostatnik and Emma Dvorščáková Simon Chesterman explored this issue about 15 years ago within the framework of the Priv-War project at the European University Institute https://lnkd.in/eBFhN3QQ, in his paper 'We Can't Spy... If We Can't Buy!' which examined the outsourcing of U.S. intelligence functions. Although time has passed, in my perspective, the accountability concerns raised then remain just as pressing today.

🟤🟤Saturday - Updates from Israel ISRAEL REALTIME - Connecting to Israel in Realtime Moadim l’Simcha from Israel - wishes for a happy Succot intermediate holy days. ▪️3 HERO SOLDIERS HAVE FALLEN.. Ofir Berkovich, 20, from Modi’in-Maccabim-Reut, in battle in Gaza. Elishai Young, 19, from Dimona, in battle in Gaza. Yishai Greenbaum, from Lod, in battle in Lebanon after 2 weeks in the hospital. May their families be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem, and may G-d avenge their blood. ▪️A CITIZEN HAS BEEN KILLED BY HEZBOLLAH.. by rockets from Lebanon. Alexey Popov, 51, from Kiryat Haim, in a rocket hit near Acre. May his family be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem, and may G-d avenge this blood. ▪️PM NETANYAHU SAYS.. The agents of Iran who tried to assassinate me and my wife today made a bitter mistake. This will not deter me and the State of Israel from continuing the war of revival against our enemies to ensure our security for generations. I say to the Iranians and their partners in the axis of evil: Anyone who harms the citizens of the State of Israel will pay a heavy price for it. ▪️DEF MIN GALLANT SAYS.. Iran's attempt to assassinate the prime minister is a direct declaration of war, tonight at the cabinet meeting we will make new decisions. ( Noting the drones were fired from Lebanon, but Israel is blaming Iran as the source of the weapons and intelligence, and the Houthis are also taking credit. ) 🔸HOSTAGE NEWS.. The CEO of Soda Stream offers $100,000 to any Gazan who brings him a live hostage. .. American officials: The Pentagon secretly sent US commandos to Israel to advise on efforts to locate the abductees. American intelligence officers later joined those commando fighters in Israel. 6 US MQ-9 drones performed missions to help locate the abductees. .. US Sec State Blinken will arrive in Israel and is expected to discuss the renewal of the negotiations for the hostage deal. 📌WHAT TO DO in a MISSILE ATTACK -> Home Front Command instructions in ENGLISH: https://lnkd.in/d9ZTjhV3 Link only works IN Israel, use a VPN with an Israeli node to view from outside. 🔸ANXIETY / MENTAL HEALTH HOTLINES: experiencing issues? Help is available.. .. in English : Tikva Helpline by KeepOlim, call if you are struggling! dial 074-775-1433. .. in Hebrew & other languages (and English): Eran Emotional Support Line - dial 1201 or chat via eran.org.il .. Get Help Israel is offering 3 free sessions for war-related issues through vetted clinicians - https://lnkd.in/duGSfTy5 🔅 SHARE US WITH A FRIEND! Send the URL below —> 🔅Telegram - https://lnkd.in/de6HVXV8 🔅WhatsApp - https://lnkd.in/dPH8NcUJ 🔸X (twitter) - https://lnkd.in/ddKndv3q 🔸Facebook - https://lnkd.in/dWCuJMhW