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What to know about Tulsi Gabbard, Trump's pick for national intelligence director

Gabbard's endorsement of Trump marks a significant shift from her Democratic roots, raising concerns about her oversight role of major intelligence agencies.
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President Biden sets up new AI guardrails for military, intelligence agencies

The White House's memorandum establishes guidelines for military and intelligence agencies on the use of AI, focusing on ethical constraints and protection of assets.

As the transition unfolds, Trump eyes one of his favorite targets: US intelligence

Trump's return to the White House may lead to significant changes in U.S. intelligence agencies, impacting national security strategies.

UK cyber chiefs warn organisations to be aware of new Russian web attack tactics

Russian state-backed hackers pose a significant threat, targeting diverse entities including government and financial institutions, according to the UK's National Cyber Security Centre.

Moscow attack: Why intelligence agencies share information DW 03/27/2024

Intelligence agencies gather information to bolster national security, sometimes even spying on allies.
Intelligence sharing among countries can help prevent potential security threats such as terror attacks.

President Biden sets up new AI guardrails for military, intelligence agencies

The White House's memorandum establishes guidelines for military and intelligence agencies on the use of AI, focusing on ethical constraints and protection of assets.

As the transition unfolds, Trump eyes one of his favorite targets: US intelligence

Trump's return to the White House may lead to significant changes in U.S. intelligence agencies, impacting national security strategies.

UK cyber chiefs warn organisations to be aware of new Russian web attack tactics

Russian state-backed hackers pose a significant threat, targeting diverse entities including government and financial institutions, according to the UK's National Cyber Security Centre.

Moscow attack: Why intelligence agencies share information DW 03/27/2024

Intelligence agencies gather information to bolster national security, sometimes even spying on allies.
Intelligence sharing among countries can help prevent potential security threats such as terror attacks.
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U.S. Spy Agencies to Issue New Warning on Russia's Election Misinformation Campaign

Foreign influence operations are increasingly undermining democracy in the U.S.
Russia has been identified as the source of disinformation regarding illegal voting claims.

The U.S. Spies Who Sound the Alarm About Election Interference

Foreign meddling poses a complex challenge to election integrity, complicated by U.S. political polarization and skepticism towards intelligence agency warnings.

U.S. Spy Agencies to Issue New Warning on Russia's Election Misinformation Campaign

Foreign influence operations are increasingly undermining democracy in the U.S.
Russia has been identified as the source of disinformation regarding illegal voting claims.

The U.S. Spies Who Sound the Alarm About Election Interference

Foreign meddling poses a complex challenge to election integrity, complicated by U.S. political polarization and skepticism towards intelligence agency warnings.
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Russian ransomware gang claims it stole 'classified and top secret documents' from US intelligence

A Russian hacking group known as BlackCat or ALPHV claims to have infiltrated a tech company that handles classified and top secret documents for US intelligence agencies.
The group is threatening to sell or release more than two dozen documents related to the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency if the tech firm does not respond.

US intelligence agencies blame Iran for Trump campaign security incident

Iran is accused of attempting to influence U.S. presidential campaigns through cyber operations and misinformation tactics.

N.S.A. Disclosure of U.S. Identities in Surveillance Reports Nearly Tripled in 2023

The number of unmaskings by the NSA from warrantless surveillance nearly tripled in 2022.

Suspected Iranian hacks are latest round of U.S. election interference

Iran suspected of hacking U.S. presidential campaigns, targeting Trump and Biden associates.

US efforts to stop Chinese hackers haven't been fully effective, FBI official says

The U.S. struggles to counteract Chinese hacking group Volt Typhoon infiltrating critical infrastructure, as efforts show limited deterrent effectiveness.

China again claims Volt Typhoon was invented by the US

Chinese authorities claim Volt Typhoon is a US creation, disputing allegations of Chinese involvement.

Russian ransomware gang claims it stole 'classified and top secret documents' from US intelligence

A Russian hacking group known as BlackCat or ALPHV claims to have infiltrated a tech company that handles classified and top secret documents for US intelligence agencies.
The group is threatening to sell or release more than two dozen documents related to the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency if the tech firm does not respond.

US intelligence agencies blame Iran for Trump campaign security incident

Iran is accused of attempting to influence U.S. presidential campaigns through cyber operations and misinformation tactics.

N.S.A. Disclosure of U.S. Identities in Surveillance Reports Nearly Tripled in 2023

The number of unmaskings by the NSA from warrantless surveillance nearly tripled in 2022.

Suspected Iranian hacks are latest round of U.S. election interference

Iran suspected of hacking U.S. presidential campaigns, targeting Trump and Biden associates.

US efforts to stop Chinese hackers haven't been fully effective, FBI official says

The U.S. struggles to counteract Chinese hacking group Volt Typhoon infiltrating critical infrastructure, as efforts show limited deterrent effectiveness.

China again claims Volt Typhoon was invented by the US

Chinese authorities claim Volt Typhoon is a US creation, disputing allegations of Chinese involvement.
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A Cold War Journalist Who Was Falsely Labeled a KGB Asset After Scooping Rest of Media and CIA Dies at 87

Dusko Doder's keen intuition and connections enabled him to report Yuri Andropov's death ahead of US intelligence in 1984, highlighting media efficacy.

Pokemon GO was an intelligence tool, claims Belarus

Belarusian officials claim Pokémon GO is a Western intelligence tool, reflecting broader paranoia but lacks substantial evidence.
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Long Johns, Forensics and a Bound Russian Killer: Inside the Big Prisoner Swap

The successful exchange of prisoners between Moscow and the West highlighted the ability of powerful intelligence agencies to cooperate despite tensions.

Como fue el gran intercambio de prisioneros con Rusia?

The article discusses the intricate exchange of prisoners between Russia and the West, involving high-stakes negotiations and intelligence agencies cooperating in a tense geopolitical environment.

Long Johns, Forensics and a Bound Russian Killer: Inside the Big Prisoner Swap

The successful exchange of prisoners between Moscow and the West highlighted the ability of powerful intelligence agencies to cooperate despite tensions.

Como fue el gran intercambio de prisioneros con Rusia?

The article discusses the intricate exchange of prisoners between Russia and the West, involving high-stakes negotiations and intelligence agencies cooperating in a tense geopolitical environment.
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Microsoft launches AI chatbot for spies

Microsoft introduces GPT-4-based generative AI for US intelligence agencies, highlighting secure, disconnected use.

Russia persists in blaming Ukraine for concert attack despite its denial and Islamic State's claim

Russian officials persist in blaming Ukraine and the West for Moscow attack despite IS claim.
IS affiliate claims responsibility for the attack confirmed by U.S. and French intelligence.

New Studies Find No Evidence of Brain Injury in Havana Syndrome Cases

The National Institutes of Health found no evidence of brain injury in Havana syndrome cases linked to diplomats and spies.
Intelligence agencies believe symptoms may be due to environmental factors, medical conditions, or stress, refuting hostile foreign power involvement.

This Startup Sells Access To Data Locating People At Foreign Military Bases And Embassies

Bazze offers real-time location data for tracking individuals in sensitive locations overseas.
Bazze operates as a marketplace for data, providing access to vast quantities of intelligence sourced from various databases.

Armenian, Azerbaijani Leaders Say Foreign Ministers To Meet Soon

German authorities helped shut down a Russian espionage network targeting Germany's plans for Ukraine.
APT 28 installed malware on routers for the Russian GRU military intelligence, attacking various EU and NATO countries.

NSA admits to buying Americans' web browsing data from brokers without warrants

The NSA buys Americans' web browsing data from brokers without warrants.
NSA director confirmed the practice in response to Senator Ron Wyden's questions.
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Amy Zegart: Integrating AI in the Realm of National Security

AI has the potential to improve and economize the work of intelligence agencies
Proper deployment of AI is important to harness its benefits

Encrypted mail service Tuta says it was wrongly accused of being a front for intelligence services | Computer Weekly

German encrypted email service, Tutanota, denies claims of being a 'storefront' for law enforcement and intelligence agencies.
Former RCMP officer, Cameron Ortis, alleges Tutanota was used to collect intelligence on criminals.

Amy Zegart: Integrating AI in the Realm of National Security

AI has the potential to improve and economize the work of intelligence agencies
Proper deployment of AI is important to harness its benefits

Encrypted mail service Tuta says it was wrongly accused of being a front for intelligence services | Computer Weekly

German encrypted email service, Tutanota, denies claims of being a 'storefront' for law enforcement and intelligence agencies.
Former RCMP officer, Cameron Ortis, alleges Tutanota was used to collect intelligence on criminals.
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