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Joined: July 1, 2025
Articles: 49

Counter-Intelligence, Intelligence, Intelligence Analysis, Intelligence Collection, Intelligence Report, Prime Rogue Projects and Affiliates, Private Intelligence, The Grey Zone

The Private Intelligence Perspective: Navigating Grey Zone Warfare for Strategic Risk Mitigation

The Private Intelligence Perspective: Navigating Grey Zone Warfare for Strategic Risk Mitigation Intelligence Brief: Strategic Risks in the Grey Zone (1-Minute Read) Grey Zone warfare is reshaping the global threat landscape, with state actors leveraging cyberattacks, disinformation, and economic coercion…

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July 30, 2025

Books, Submarines, Top 10 List

10 Best Books About Submarine Warfare: Must-Read Stories & History

10 Best Books About Submarine Warfare: Must-Read Stories & History Introduction: Exploring the Depths of Submarine Warfare Literature Submarine warfare has long fascinated military historians, naval enthusiasts, and thriller fans alike. With the recent visit of a French nuclear submarine…

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March 13, 2025

AI Alignment, AI Ethics, AI Regulation, AI Safety, AI Writing, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Economic Risks of AI, Emergent AI Failures, Limitations of AI, Reward Function Loopholes

The Mirage of AI Intelligence: Why It Doesn’t Understand Reality

A stylized image of The Infinite Xerox Machine: How AI Generates Words and Why It’s Mostly Unoriginal

The Mirage of AI Intelligence: Why It Doesn’t Understand Reality I. Introduction: The Great Simulation of Understanding Artificial intelligence doesn’t understand reality. It doesn’t think, feel, or comprehend in any meaningful sense. It generates text, predicts words, and rearranges existing…

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February 28, 2025
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Fraud, Abuse, and Waste, International Development, USAID

Humanitarian Aid vs Geopolitics Why USAID is a Political Tool

Introduction USAID was established in 1961 with the aim of promoting sustainable development and improving the lives of people around the world. However, beyond its humanitarian mission, USAID also plays a significant role in advancing U.S. foreign policy objectives. This…

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February 24, 2025
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Fraud, Abuse, and Waste, International Development, USAID

The Role of Contractors in USAID Waste and Corruption

The Role of Contractors in USAID Waste and Corruption Introduction USAID operates by distributing funds through a complex network of private contractors and subcontractors. These entities are pivotal in executing USAID’s developmental projects across the globe. Contractors are responsible for…

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February 24, 2025

Fraud, Abuse, and Waste, International Development, USAID

The Human Cost of USAID Foreign Aid Cuts When Bureaucracy Kills

A photo of a decrepit USAID convoy illustrating The Human Cost of Foreign Aid Cuts When Bureaucracy Kills

The Human Cost of USAID Foreign Aid Cuts When Bureaucracy Kills Introduction Foreign aid is a lifeline for many. It’s a critical component of international relations and humanitarian efforts. Yet, it’s often misunderstood. The United States, through USAID, is a…

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February 24, 2025

Fraud, Abuse, and Waste, International Development, USAID

USAID’s Track Record: A History of Humanitarian Failures

USAID’s Track Record: A History of Humanitarian Failures Introduction The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has a long history. It’s a history marked by both triumphs and failures. One of the worst failures of USAID is the role…

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February 24, 2025

Fraud, Abuse, and Waste, Global Public Health, International Development, Syria, Syrian Civil War

Syria’s Healthcare Collapse A Case Study in Western Neglect

Syria’s Healthcare Collapse A Case Study in Western Neglect Introduction The healthcare infrastructure in Syria has been on the brink of collapse for years, exacerbated by a protracted conflict that has ravaged the nation. The crisis in Syria is not…

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February 24, 2025
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Geopolitics, Pope Francis, Roman Catholicism, Soft Power, Vatican City (The Holy See)

What Happens When a Pope Dies?

What Happens When a Pope Dies? Introduction The death of a Pope is a significant event. It marks the end of an era in the Catholic Church. The death of Pope Francis is bringing this reality to the fore as…

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February 24, 2025
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Catholic Conspiracy Theories, Conspiracy Theories, Folklore, Roman Catholicism, The Vatican, Vatican City (The Holy See)

Papal Prophecies and Predictions Is This the Last Pope

Papal Prophecies and Predictions Is This the Last PopeIntroduction The mysteries of the future have always fascinated humanity. Among these enigmas, prophecies hold a special allure. When these predictions are linked to the papacy, the intrigue intensifies. This is the…

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February 23, 2025