In recent years, there has been a resurgence of coups in Africa. In 2022 and 2023 alone, there have been at least 8 coups or attempted coups in the continent. This is a worrying trend, as it undermines the stability and democratic progress of African countries. Country Date Coup Leader Notes/Description Gabon August 2023 Lieutenant Colonel Kelly Ondo … [Read more...] about Recent Coups in Africa: A Cause for Concern
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IBM and Hugging Face Release Largest Open-Source Geospatial AI Model Built with NASA’s Satellite Data
IBM (NYSE: IBM) and Hugging Face have jointly unveiled a groundbreaking initiative by making IBM's watsonx.ai geospatial foundation model, created from NASA's satellite data, openly available on Hugging Face. This milestone marks the first-ever open-source AI foundation model developed in collaboration with NASA. The geospatial model addresses the challenge of accessing … [Read more...] about IBM and Hugging Face Release Largest Open-Source Geospatial AI Model Built with NASA’s Satellite Data
Former FBI Agent Robert Hanssen Found Dead in Prison
Robert Hanssen, the former FBI agent who spied for the Soviet Union for nearly two decades, was found dead in his prison cell on Monday. He was 79 years old. Hanssen was sentenced to life in prison in 2001 after pleading guilty to espionage charges. He was accused of providing the Soviets with classified information about FBI operations, including the names of undercover … [Read more...] about Former FBI Agent Robert Hanssen Found Dead in Prison
Importance of Communication in Agile Development
Effective communication is critical to the success of Agile development. Agile development is a highly collaborative approach to software development that emphasizes flexibility, communication, and continuous improvement. Here are some of the key reasons why communication is so important in Agile development: Collaborative approach: Agile development relies heavily on … [Read more...] about Importance of Communication in Agile Development
Unveiling the Power of VPNs: How OSINT Professionals Can Stay Anonymous and Secure Online
OSINT, or Open Source Intelligence, is a vital aspect of modern-day intelligence gathering. With the advent of the internet, it has become much easier to gather intelligence from publicly available sources. However, with this ease comes a challenge: protecting one's identity while conducting OSINT research. This is where a VPN comes in handy. A VPN, or Virtual Private … [Read more...] about Unveiling the Power of VPNs: How OSINT Professionals Can Stay Anonymous and Secure Online
Vexcel Data Program, the world’s largest aerial imagery program, has announced plans to expand its high-resolution coverage in urban areas
Vexcel Data Program, the world's largest aerial imagery program, has announced plans to expand its high-resolution coverage in urban areas and refresh its current aerial imagery collection in the United States. This expansion will include 4.5 million km2 collected in 2023, covering 93% of the U.S. population. Vexcel's existing U.S. collection already covers the Lower 48 with … [Read more...] about Vexcel Data Program, the world’s largest aerial imagery program, has announced plans to expand its high-resolution coverage in urban areas
How AI will change OSINT
Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) is a term that refers to the collection of information from publicly available sources, including the internet. In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has made significant advances, and it is likely to have a major impact on OSINT in the future. One of the ways AI is likely to change OSINT is by automating the process of data … [Read more...] about How AI will change OSINT
China’s Global Expansion: The Quest for Control Over Critical Infrastructure
China has been acquiring critical infrastructure around the world through a variety of methods, including direct investment, state-owned enterprises, and state-sponsored companies. This has been a part of the country's broader economic strategy to acquire valuable assets and gain access to new markets and resources. One notable example of China's acquisition of critical … [Read more...] about China’s Global Expansion: The Quest for Control Over Critical Infrastructure
Growing Discontent Among Earthquake Survivors in Turkey Over Government’s Handling of Crisis
The recent earthquake in Turkey has caused widespread destruction and loss of life, and the handling of the crisis by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his government has come under intense scrutiny. Many survivors of the disaster are expressing frustration and anger over the way the crisis has been handled. Some are speaking out against the government and the President, … [Read more...] about Growing Discontent Among Earthquake Survivors in Turkey Over Government’s Handling of Crisis
New app detecting and reporting changes in land use
Esri, the leader in mapping and location intelligence, has released a new online app called Sentinel-2 Land Cover Explorer. The app provides access to a web-based version of Esri's high-resolution global land-cover map derived from European Space Agency (ESA) Sentinel-2 satellite imagery. The app uses geographic information system (GIS) technology and includes features such as … [Read more...] about New app detecting and reporting changes in land use