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Rich Washburn
Jul 1, 20243 min read
China's Economic Decline and Taiwan Tensions: A Brewing Storm
China's economy, already struggling under the weight of various internal pressures, is now facing a significant new challenge. The...
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Rich Washburn
Jul 1, 20242 min read
China's SpaceX Copy Booster Static Fire Becomes Flight Test
The Tian Long 3, developed by Space Pioneer, closely mirrors SpaceX's Falcon 9 in design and functionality. It boasts kerosene and liquid...
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Rich Washburn
Jun 30, 20242 min read
Accidental Exposure: Google Maps Accidentally Leaks Top-Secret Manta Ray Drone
Google Maps, a tool used daily by millions for mundane navigation tasks, has unintentionally revealed one of the US military’s most...
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Watchtower
Jun 30, 20242 min read
Shadow War: The CIA's Role in Ukraine War
In the aftermath of Russia's initial aggression, Ukrainian workers covertly constructed a network of underground control centers,...
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Watchtower
Jun 26, 20242 min read
Nuclear Brinkmanship: U.S. and Russia's Dangerous Escalation
In a series of alarming developments, tensions between the United States and Russia have reached a critical point, with warnings of...
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Rich Washburn
Jun 26, 20243 min read
Beyond the Facade: The Crumbling Reality of China's Military Might
Military strength often translates to geopolitical influence, China has long projected itself as an emerging superpower. With ambitions...
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Rich Washburn
Jun 24, 20243 min read
LockBit's Bold Claim: US Federal Reserve Hack and the Fallout
In a dramatic escalation of cyber threats, the notorious LockBit ransomware group has claimed responsibility for breaching the US Federal...
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Rich Washburn
Jun 24, 20242 min read
Taiwan Strait Tensions Threaten Global Semiconductor Supply
As geopolitical tensions escalate between China and Taiwan, the global semiconductor market stands on the precipice of significant...
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Watchtower
Jun 24, 20242 min read
Strategic Showdown: China’s Taiwan Play and the US Response
The Asia-Pacific region is witnessing a critical escalation in tensions as China appears to be gearing up for a significant move towards...
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Watchtower
Jun 23, 20242 min read
Flashpoint: How Recent Attacks Could Spark a US-Russia War
Recent militant attacks in the North Caucasus and a significant missile strike on Sevastopol signal a dangerous escalation with the...
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Rich Washburn
Jun 20, 20243 min read
Uncharted Waters: Chinese Aggression and Global Implications
The South China Sea has long been a flashpoint for territorial disputes and military conflicts. China's aggressive expansionist policies...
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Rich Washburn
Jun 19, 20242 min read
The New Axis: Unveiling the Russia-North Korea Strategic Partnership
Russia and North Korea have declared a comprehensive strategic partnership, echoing Cold War alliances with a modern twist. As Russian...
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Rich Washburn
Jun 16, 20243 min read
Port Corio: Peru’s Bold Move to Counter Chinese Trade Dominance
In a strategic move to counterbalance the growing influence of China over maritime trade in South America, Peru is actively pitching a...
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Watchtower
Jun 16, 20243 min read
Paper Tiger: China’s Waning Influence and Strained Alliances
The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) finds itself in a precarious position. With alliances fraying and geopolitical pressures mounting,...
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Rich Washburn
Jun 15, 20243 min read
Surveillance State 2.0: Former NSA Director Joins OpenAI Board
In a stunning and controversial development, OpenAI has appointed former NSA Director Paul Nakasone to its board, specifically to its...
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Rich Washburn
Jun 14, 20242 min read
DJI Drones Face Uncertain Future in the U.S. Amid National Security Concerns
The future of DJI drones in the United States is at a critical juncture. With the impending House vote on the Countering CCP Drones Act...
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Rich Washburn
Jun 14, 20243 min read
Silicon Shield or Chinese Roulette?
In the game of global politics and technology, Taiwan stands as the linchpin of the semiconductor industry. As home to the world's most...
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Rich Washburn
Jun 13, 20243 min read
Big Brother's Balloon: Why is the US Under Surveillance…by the US?
As Americans go about their daily lives, a growing web of surveillance hovers unseen above them. From high-altitude reconnaissance...
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Watchtower
Jun 13, 20242 min read
Eyes in the Sky: High-Altitude Reconnaissance
June 13, 2024 The volume of global surveillance and military intelligence has reached unprecedented levels. This OSINT report outlines...
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Rich Washburn
Jun 13, 20242 min read
From Chaos to Clarity: The Legal Struggles to Secure Our Elections
The United States stands at a critical juncture, a point where the very fabric of our democracy is being tested. Recent legal battles...
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