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Russia is bolstering its military presence in the Arctic. Should the West be threatened? Also: China has concluded that information dominance will be central to the future of warfare.
Trump heads to Davos – how does the rest of the world perceive him? The U.S. government’s security clearance process is getting worse, not better; and it is now two minutes to midnight.
How are peace talks in Syria progressing – both in Geneva and Sochi? Also: a look at the proposed “China-Pakistan Economic Corridor,” or CPEC.
China has been working for over a decade on various types of anti-satellite weapons – how much of a threat do they pose? Also: CIA Director Mike Pompeo made public comments yesterday on North Korea, the Agency’s culture, and much more.
With the government shutdown over, we examine the legality of a presidential command to fire nuclear weapons at a foreign state, absent a direct threat to the United States. The answer is quite complex.
A look at how the government shutdown impacts day-to-day elements of national security – and how Boko Haram in Nigeria thrives despite losing territory.
U.S.-Turkey relations are increasingly strained; how should Washington proceed? Also: FISA Section 702 reauthorization reaches President Trump’s desk – what’s in it, and what’s not?
Chinese naval capabilities are rapidly growing – and threatening U.S. primacy in the Asia-Pacific. How should the U.S. react?
The federal government released a report on links between immigration and terrorist threats—but the numbers may not be what they seem. Also: how digital technologies are changing the nature of black-market arms sales.
Following the scare in Hawaii over a false emergency alert of an incoming missile, Executive Editor Kim Dozier speaks with Middlebury Institute's Jeffrey Lewis for some insight on what would happen if a missile were to actually be heading towards the United States.
North Korea is now hacking for money – we’ll tell you why. We’ll also walk you through the science of the blockchain – the technology that underpins cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, and our expert suggests that just maybe, you should invest in some too.
Iranian-Russian ties are growing; why are they natural geopolitical allies? Also: an update on the progress of FISA 702 legislation as Congress pushes to beat the Jan. 19th expiration date of those authorities.
In Washington, D.C., the House votes on a reauthorization bill for Section 702 of FISA – and in the Middle East, we look at Iraq’s parliamentary elections, slated for this May.
What does North Korea really want out of talks with South Korea – and how do we move the conversation to denuclearization? Also, Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) offers his take on re-authorization of FISA 702.
Former CIA Acting Director John McLaughlin joins us to discuss today’s talks between North and South Korea, and we look at cyber ‘hacktivists’ and their war against terrorist content online.
Why is Russia investing heavily in its submarine fleet – and should the West be concerned about increased activities near undersea internet cables? Also: Anticipation builds over upcoming talks between North and South Korea.
We analyze ISIS’ presence in Afghanistan and the likely trajectory of that threat. Also – the newly-discovered security flaws present in billions of computer chips – how big a risk does this pose, and for whom?
How is the Trump administration interpreting ongoing protests in Iran— and how will they factor into the president’s decision-making? Also: North Korea’s overtures to the South.
Protests in Iran are still ongoing; what do they mean for the future of the regime? Also, we look at Kim Jong-un’s New Year’s address—and President Trump’s “get tough on Pakistan” talk.
Today on The Cipher Brief Daily Podcast, we take a look at botnets, and how effective U.S. law enforcement agencies have been at taking them offline and prosecuting the actors behind them. Also, how has President Trump's announcement on Jerusalem last month impacted Turkish-Israeli relations? Listen in to find out.
We look at some of the major trends and events in cybersecurity throughout 2017 – and what to watch in the coming year. Also: hear from John McLaughlin, chairman of the CIA Officers Memorial Foundation.