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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

How Israel used Microsoft technology to spy on Palestinians podcast

Sariel had a plan to transfer large amounts of Unit 8200's data, including top-secret information, into Microsoft's cloud platform, Azure. This would enable mass surveillance on Palestinians in the West Bank and Gaza.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Cipher Brief
3 days ago

I Sat Across the Table from China's Spies. Here's How They Operate in Fragile States

In 2016, a meeting in Kabul revealed China's persistent concern regarding the presence of Uyghur militants associated with the East Turkestan Islamic Movement, reflecting strategic intelligence priorities.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Helen Garner and Dua Lipa's interview caused a personal crisis. How do I be quietly intelligent'? | Leading questions

Eleanor emphasizes that carefully concealing intelligence for the sake of politeness can actually be patronizing, while revealing it authentically does not assert hierarchy.
Mindfulness
fromwww.bostonherald.com
1 week ago

Stella Rimington, Britain's first female MI5 spy chief, dies at 90

Stella Rimington, the first female chief of MI5, has died at the age of 90.
fromemptywheel
2 weeks ago

How John Durham and Chuck Grassley Covered Up Getting Ass-Handed by Russia - emptywheel

The most important passage of the classified annex of the Durham Report indicates a timeline involving an email dated July 25 and another dated July 26, representing critical intelligence components.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Kaitlan Collins Confronts Tulsi Gabbard to Her Face With Trump Criticisms In Brutal Briefing Exchange

Tulsi Gabbard faced tough questions regarding the timing and motivations behind recent intelligence document releases.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

British man guilty of trying to spy for Russia

A British man was found guilty of attempting to spy for individuals he believed were part of the Russian intelligence service.
#national-security
US news
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago

Intelligence agency employee arrested for trying to share classified info with foreign government

A DIA employee was arrested for attempting to share classified information with a foreign government.
US news
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Former US Army intelligence analyst sentenced for selling sensitive documents to Chinese national

Former US Army analyst sentenced for leaking sensitive military information to assumed Chinese government agent.
US news
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago

Intelligence agency employee arrested for trying to share classified info with foreign government

A DIA employee was arrested for attempting to share classified information with a foreign government.
US news
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Former US Army intelligence analyst sentenced for selling sensitive documents to Chinese national

Former US Army analyst sentenced for leaking sensitive military information to assumed Chinese government agent.
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Trump's spy chief claims the Obama administration 'manufactured' intel on Russia

On Friday afternoon, ODNI published a press release asserting that its director, Tulsi Gabbard, "revealed overwhelming evidence" that President Obama and his national security officials "manufactured and politicized intelligence" to launch a "years-long coup against President Trump."
US news
fromDistantprovince
3 weeks ago

It's rude to show AI output to people | Alex Martsinovich

Evolution and experience offer a variety of paths to follow, branch-points in the flowcharts that handle such input. Sometimes these signals come from conspecifics who have useful information to share, whose lives you'll defend according to the rules of kin selection.
philosophy
#tulsi-gabbard
US politics
fromNextgov.com
4 weeks ago

Private letter warned cuts to DHS intel office would 'create dangerous intelligence gaps'

U.S. lawmakers urged to maintain staffing at the Department of Homeland Security's Office of Intelligence and Analysis to ensure effective intelligence-sharing.
#espionage
#cia
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago
Women in technology

A Career in the Shadows: An Interview with Dale Bendler

Dale Bendler's journey from New Jersey to CIA highlights a lifelong dedication to public service and intelligence.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
US news

C.I.A. Aims to Recruit Chinese Nationals With New Videos

The CIA aims to recruit Chinese nationals for espionage to boost intelligence on China.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Curiosity Saved the Cat

Curiosity drives creativity, growth, and connection, fueling the learning process beyond just seeking answers.
fromApaonline
1 month ago

Intelligence is Always Artificial

For Hegel, intelligence is always artificial, with nothing natural about understanding, consciousness, or intelligence itself, challenging the idea of innate behavior versus learned actions.
philosophy
US politics
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

Trump admin faces multi-front pushback on reported plans to cut most of DHS intel bureau

The Trump administration plans to significantly reduce staffing at the DHS Office of Intelligence and Analysis, facing strong opposition from Congress and stakeholders.
#technology
fromComputerworld
1 month ago

The one secret to using genAI to boost your brain

Generative AI can diminish creativity and intelligence if not used wisely.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Lone wolf actor biggest threat to 4th of July festivities in New York, San Francisco: FBI, DHS

Lone wolf actors pose significant threats to Fourth of July celebrations in major cities, according to intelligence from the Department of Homeland Security and the FBI.
Pets
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Donkeys are not dumber than horses, just different

Donkeys possess underestimated intelligence, similar to horses, shaped by their evolutionary adaptations and environmental challenges.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Trump is making US intelligence parrot his line on Iran - it echoes Bush's invasion of Iraq

Stovepiping—streamlining information that confirms bias—was used by the Bush administration during the Iraq War and appears to be employed by Trump today.
US politics
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Unfathomable to Me': Veteran Pentagon Reporter Shocked Trump Said He Okayed Iranian Attack On U.S. Air Base

Kevin Baron criticized Trump's remarks at NATO, particularly suggesting he gave Iran permission for attacks, which he found unbelievable and concerning.
#donald-trump
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 month ago

The Intelligence Behind the Strike: Was Everyone Wrong About Iran's Nuclear Program?

If Netanyahu's claim, echoed by Donald Trump, is accurate then Israel and the USIC must have obtained game-changing intelligence that eluded every major intelligence agency to date.
US news
#mi6
philosophy
fromAeon
2 months ago

Why birds don't buy Bentleys and we humans will never fly | Aeon Essays

Culture and its transmission distinguish humans from other species, enabling complex knowledge sharing across generations.
#mossad
UK news
fromeuronews
2 months ago

Israel's Mossad struck multiple targets deep inside Iran, sources say

Mossad launched a covert multi-target operation inside Iran, employing advanced weaponry and drones against high-profile military and nuclear sites.
#ai
Women in technology
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

When the Smartest Mind Has No Gender

AI challenges biases in perceiving intelligence by removing identity markers like race and gender.
Physical appearance often influences judgments of intellectual worth.
Large language models could democratize knowledge by focusing on ideas over creators' social status.
Women in technology
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

When the Smartest Mind Has No Gender

AI challenges biases in perceiving intelligence by removing identity markers like race and gender.
Physical appearance often influences judgments of intellectual worth.
Large language models could democratize knowledge by focusing on ideas over creators' social status.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Claims that UK spy agencies aided CIA torture after 9/11 to be heard in rare trial

UK intelligence agencies' involvement in CIA torture programs will face unprecedented legal scrutiny in upcoming tribunal hearings.
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

The nine-armed octopus and the oddities of the cephalopod nervous system

In essence, the arms have their own 'mini-brains.'
OMG science
#russia
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Sabotage and secret identities: Russia's spy network podcast

Russia's espionage tactics have evolved; operatives are increasingly using proxies for domestic sabotage rather than traditional methods.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

The Secret History of Trump's Private Cellphone

Trump learned that Chinese hackers could listen to his personal calls prior to Election Day.
Despite warnings about security risks, Trump continued using his personal iPhone.
US politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 months ago

The President's Daily Brief: No Assembly Required?

The relocation of the PDB infrastructure could lead to inefficiencies and miscommunication as highlighted by intelligence experts.
#cybersecurity
fromWIRED
3 months ago
Information security

Tulsi Gabbard Reused the Same Weak Password on Multiple Accounts for Years

fromWIRED
3 months ago
Software development

Security Researchers Warn a Widely Used Open Source Tool Poses a 'Persistent' Risk to the US

Washington Capitals
fromTheregister
2 months ago

New Russian cyber-spy crew Laundry Bear joins the pack

A Kremlin-linked group, Laundry Bear, has been conducting cyber-espionage against NATO and Western organizations, raising concerns for security.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
2 months ago

The US Is Building a One-Stop Shop for Buying Your Data

Authorities disrupted a widely used malware, Lumma, revealing its role in global data theft.
A mysterious database with 184 million records was discovered and taken down by a security researcher.
The US intelligence community is exploring the purchase of private information from data brokers for spy use.
UK news
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Google identifies new malware linked to Russian hackers: 'New development in the toolset'

Google reveals new malware "LOSTKEYS" linked to Russian hacking group Cold River, enhancing their capability to steal sensitive information.
Information security
fromWIRED
3 months ago

Tulsi Gabbard Reused the Same Weak Password on Multiple Accounts for Years

Tulsi Gabbard repeatedly used an easily cracked password for multiple accounts, sparking security concerns about the U.S. director of national intelligence.
fromWIRED
3 months ago
Software development

Security Researchers Warn a Widely Used Open Source Tool Poses a 'Persistent' Risk to the US

#education
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago
Right-wing politics

Does Education Level Determine Political and Religious Beliefs?

Education directly influences political beliefs and levels of religiosity, with higher education leading to more liberal views.
There is a strong correlation between intelligence, educational duration, and political ideologies.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Are We Still Getting Intelligence Wrong? A Behaviorist's View

Intelligence should be viewed as a diverse set of learned behaviors rather than a fixed trait.
Labels based on intelligence can hinder educational approaches and student growth.
Observing and teaching diverse skills can support all students' learning.
Right-wing politics
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Does Education Level Determine Political and Religious Beliefs?

Education directly influences political beliefs and levels of religiosity, with higher education leading to more liberal views.
There is a strong correlation between intelligence, educational duration, and political ideologies.
Artificial intelligence
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Are We Still Getting Intelligence Wrong? A Behaviorist's View

Intelligence should be viewed as a diverse set of learned behaviors rather than a fixed trait.
Labels based on intelligence can hinder educational approaches and student growth.
Observing and teaching diverse skills can support all students' learning.
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Ex-FBI Agent: Elon Musk's Drug Habit Made Him an Easy Target for Russian Spies

Musk's susceptibility to promiscuous women and drug use, in particular ketamine, and his gravitation towards club life... would have been seen by Russian intelligence service as an entry point for an operative.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Researchers puzzle over rash of baby monkey kidnappings

The perplexing baby-snatchings, reported in the journal Current Biology, suggest that humans aren't the only intelligent species with youngsters that pursue apparently pointless activities that can be destructive to other creatures.
Parenting
Germany news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Beware unkempt tourists: Latvia tells citizens how to spot Russian spies

Latvia's MIDD warns citizens to be vigilant against potential Russian spies and saboteurs, providing guidance on signs to look for.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Your Brain's Built-In LEAN System

This study found that working memory is a significant predictor of academic achievement, emphasizing the importance of cognitive training in educational settings.
Psychology
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
3 months ago

Intelligence on Earth Evolved Independently at Least Twice

Birds and mammals evolved complex neural circuits independently, suggesting multiple evolves of intelligence in vertebrates.
#architecture
Arts
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Can robots make the perfect Aperol spritz? Venice Architecture Biennale 2025 review

The Venice Architecture Biennale presents a provocative exploration of intelligence in architecture through innovative projects and environmental themes.
fromArchDaily
3 months ago
Online Community Development

Towards an Architecture of Many Intelligences: How Collective Knowledge Shapes the Built Environment

Arts
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Can robots make the perfect Aperol spritz? Venice Architecture Biennale 2025 review

The Venice Architecture Biennale presents a provocative exploration of intelligence in architecture through innovative projects and environmental themes.
fromArchDaily
3 months ago
Online Community Development

Towards an Architecture of Many Intelligences: How Collective Knowledge Shapes the Built Environment

#greenland
US politics
fromwww.esquire.com
3 months ago

Trump Administration Intelligence Agency Steps Up Spying on Greenland

The U.S. is intensifying surveillance and intelligence efforts regarding Greenland amid ongoing talks of potential acquisition by Trump.
US politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Trump orders US spies to turn up heat on Greenland after annexation talk

US intelligence focuses on Greenland's independence movement and sentiment towards Trump’s proposal for statehood.
US politics
fromwww.esquire.com
3 months ago

Trump Administration Intelligence Agency Steps Up Spying on Greenland

The U.S. is intensifying surveillance and intelligence efforts regarding Greenland amid ongoing talks of potential acquisition by Trump.
US politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Trump orders US spies to turn up heat on Greenland after annexation talk

US intelligence focuses on Greenland's independence movement and sentiment towards Trump’s proposal for statehood.
fromtime.com
3 months ago

Why Papal Conclaves Have Drawn the Attention of Spies

The papal conclave, shrouded in secrecy and drama, draws global attention as cardinals navigate coalitions and voting dynamics to elect the next pope.
US Elections
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Germany's far-right AfD formally designated as extremist' Europe live

The AfD has been classified as a confirmed right-wing extremist organization by Germany's domestic intelligence agency.
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

Animal Welfare: Anthropic Has Failed, at AI Consciousness Research | HackerNoon

‘Most of the progress in animal welfare has been a result of defense by human intelligence on their behalf.’
Artificial intelligence
Mental health
fromBig Think
3 months ago

Theory of mind: What chess and drug dealers can teach you about manipulation

Effective forward thinking is vital in strategic interactions, revealing a common trait among successful leaders and tacticians.
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