Cybercrime Enforcement Is Now Open To Private Bidders

A new Presidential Memorandum deputizes private firms to conduct cyber surveillance and cyber effects operations. The policy may stop scams, but raises new risks.

Abolishing Atomic Arms Can Avert War That Kills Billions, Experts Say

As Russia threatens nuclear strikes on Ukraine and the West, leading arms scholars say it’s urgent to abolish nuclear weapons worldwide to protect the globe’s citizens.

As Putin Plots Attacks On Europe, NATO Needs To Fortify United Front

As U.S. intelligence agencies warn Russia’s Vladimir Putin is plotting new attacks on Europe, NATO needs to strengthen its front to halt these dangerous provocations.

Russia’s FPV-Stopping Arena System For Tanks Gets Combat Debut

Russia used the Arena-M Active protection system for the first time , protecting tanks by shooting down incoming threats. Analysts are divided over how well it works.

Despite Moscow’s Missile Blitz, Students Lead Protests Across Ukraine

Student-led protests across Ukraine are extraordinary because they are being staged in defiance of the missiles launched by Russian invaders and their Kremlin commander.

The Agricultural And Environmental Toll Of Russia’s War In Ukraine

Russia’s ongoing full-scale invasion has damaged Ukraine’s agricultural sector and caused over $57 billion in environmental harm. Now, Ukraine is seeking accountability.

Is Special Assault Rifle Ammo Better Than A Shotgun Against FPVs?

Shotguns are popular for last-ditch defence against FPV drones, and shotshell ammunition for assault rifles is becoming more common. Taking cover is still safer.

Asymmetry: U.S. And Ukraine Face The Same Ballistic Missile Challenge

The U.S. and Ukraine both face the same challenge of a shortage of Patriot missiles to intercept ballistic missiles. But for Ukraine, the threat is existential.

SpaceX Rocket Hits Moon As Lunar Junk Tops 209 Tons

An old SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket stage struck the moon late on Tuesday, creating a fresh impact crater and adding to human-made debris strewn across the lunar surface.

Nearly 1 Billion SpaceX Shares Unlock On Thursday

SpaceX’s Aug. 6 lock-up expiration frees 911.5 million shares, expanding the float and testing how insider selling, short interest and new supply may shape the stock’s next move.