Swiss Engineering Marvel: The Story of the World’s Largest Rifle
Swiss engineering once gave birth to an awe-inspiring marvel: the world’s largest rifle that could be fired by a single soldier
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The Suez Canal: Creation, History, and Political Weaponization
The Suez Canal’s role as a key maritime artery has shaped global trade patterns, while its political weaponization underscores the strategic value and vulnerabilities of critical infrastructure in an interconnected world.
America In Decline as It Pursues Perfection
I saw a t-shirt the other day that gave me a chuckle. It read: “I may be old, but I saw the USA before it went to sh**.” It stopped being funny when I thought about the differences between 20th and 21st century America.
The Rise of Technology: A Modern Reflection of Ancient Prophecy?
This unprecedented rise of technology, alongside the emergence of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and discussions of one-world governmental systems, echoes ancient prophecies from the Bible, specifically those found in the Book of Revelation.
The Role of Cyber Warfare in 5th Generation Warfare
The Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 demonstrated the increasing significance of cyber warfare within the context of 5th generation warfare.
The Big Gov-Big Tech War on Internet Providers
The vanishing number of unconnected – has only continued vanishing these last ten years. This ubiquitous success – was thanks entirely to our nation’s private sector Internet Service Providers (ISPs).
Faster Than a Speeding Budget: America’s Hypersonic Hype
As we were busy funding moon cheese research and designing the perfect camo pattern, our global competitors were laughing all the way to Mach 5+.
Market Research and Advertising: The Commercial Equivalent of Information Operations
Market research and advertising strategies share striking similarities with the military concept of information operations, formerly known as psychological operations (PSYOPS).
What We Can Learn from Islam
The reality of life points to these simple principles. None of us can know everything, and on a day-to-day basis we submit ourselves to the learned teaching and actions of others.
Book Burning 2.0
When a computer algorithm bans one item from discussion but not the another, this tells us much about the selective bias of the people who set the algorithms.
The Shackles of Mobile Giants: How Cellphone Companies Enslave Customers for Profit
In today’s interconnected world, our phones are more than just devices; they are lifelines to communication, information, and connection.
Unanticipated Consequences: The 1984 Telecom Law, Cell Phones, and Orwellian Irony
The break up of the Bell System did not anticipate the rapid emergence and proliferation of cell phones, which would fundamentally alter the industry’s dynamics.
Anticipating Tomorrow: Ted Kaczynski’s Insights on Artificial Intelligence
Ted Kaczynski, despite his controversial background, exhibited a degree of prescience regarding technological advancements, particularly in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI).
Part 4: How Civil War 2.0 would begin; The Looming Threat of Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP): A Modern Concern
The world today faces a looming threat that transcends traditional notions of warfare and conflict: the electromagnetic pulse (EMP).
Analyzing Iran’s Deployment of Slow Drones Against Israel’s Iron Dome: Motives, Tactics, and Lessons Learned
Iran’s decision to deploy 300 slow drones against Israel’s Iron Dome defense system needs be analyzed from various perspectives
What Do AI Bots Reveal About Their Creators?
The science of computer technology is transitioning from computers as computational devices, to imitators of human behavior.
The Tech Titans Clash: Google vs. Microsoft
In the escalating battle between tech behemoths, Google and Microsoft stand at the forefront, poised for a clash of titans.
The Drone Revolution: A Military Game-Changer on Par with the Cavalry Stirrup
The introduction of drones has transformed military operations, offering unprecedented capabilities and strategic advantages.
The Power of Social Media, a West Point Case Study
In modern America, if not the world, the impact of social media on society at large can be huge. Almost everyone has access to one form or more of the media at their fingertips.
John Moses Browning: A Patriot and Engineering Genius
John Moses Browning, born on January 23, 1855, in Ogden, Utah, was not just a firearms designer; he was an engineering genius whose innovations revolutionized the firearms industry