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"I can’t see most cybercriminals taking a limited UK payment ban into account for their operating models. It would probably take a full payment ban to make the criminals sit up and take notice" notes RUSI's Jamie MacColl to @thetimes. thetimes.com/uk/technology-…
With the UK government set to ban ransomware payments for public sector organisations, RUSI's Jamie MacColl weighs in with his analysis. Read it all on our website: bit.ly/4o1eAq8
Check out @DDolzikova in a new documentary exploring the concerning dependence of Western nations on Russian uranium from Arte TV. RUSI's contribution to the documentary comes on the back of earlier work from Darya on tracing Russia's presence in global nuclear supply chains
"It’s significant both in terms of basing US nuclear weapons at Lakenheath and also if this is linked to the UK’s decision to procure F-35As. It represents a move towards the use of tactical nuclear weapons" notes RUSI's Sidharth Kaushal to @thetimes.
Flight from New Mexico to RAF Lakenheath believed to have dropped off B61 nuclear bombs that can be carried by Britain’s new F-35A fighter jets ⬇️ thetimes.com/article/cbb670…
As the US threatens disengagement, political leaders still refuse to ask the only question that matters: Can Europe ensure its security on its own? @ZakiLaidi explores this question in in the latest RUSI Newsbrief. rusi.org/explore-our-re…
'The danger for India is not simply American retaliation for its Russia ties. It is the risk of being caught in a bilateral squeeze, where any move toward one pole is interpreted as betrayal by the other' writes Vinay Kaura. rusi.org/explore-our-re…
📅Calling all @RUSINextGen Community Members! Don't miss our exclusive in-person event on tackling online misinformation on 12 September, featuring BBC's @RichPreston. Register to join us for engaging discussions and networking. my.rusi.org/events/westmin…
"Ransomware is one of the most significant cyber threats and crimes facing the UK, and if it continues on its current trajectory, there is probably a risk of a national emergency-type-incident at some point" notes RUSI's Jamie MacColl to @BBCPanorama. bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episod…
I’m always glad to be back at the Defence Academy, having enjoyed my time there: this year it was to represent @RUSI_org in handing out prizes for the end of course ceremony.
Sunshine, speed, and sky-high skill! ☀️✈️ Today, the Defence Academy community gathered to witness an unforgettable air display by the iconic Red Arrows, marking the grand finale of the Advanced Command and Staff Course 28! 🇬🇧🎓 #RedArrows
🎙The latest episode of #TalkingStrategy explores strategy in the commercial world! KornFerry’s Khoi Tu discusses similarities and differences between defence and industry approaches. Tune in now!
'UKDI must identify technological solutions that empower not just the few, but the UK Armed Forces as a whole.' write @HuschPia and @linus_terhorst in the latest #RUSICommentary. bit.ly/4eV5t6t
'The identification of a named individual as employed in UK special forces or Agencies is ordinarily handled as at least Secret [...] If full names and special forces work are in the spreadsheet, that would constitute a breach of security rules' notes @MTSavill
MI6 operatives and UK special forces named in leaked Afghan database on.ft.com/4kGgDgr
📅Examining the UK's position amidst evolving nuclear dynamics. @UKPONI's conference on 16 September promises insightful debates on adversaries, allies, and strategic partnerships. Be part of this important dialogue.
How can rearmament unite industry and the armed forces across all facets of fighting power—physical, conceptual, and moral? Our latest report offers a discussion on this question. rusi.org/explore-our-re…
'It is far from clear that these strikes make Israel safer or protect the Druze community – who risk domestic backlash for being seen as Israel’s proxies' notes RUSI's @BurcuAOzcelik to @Telegraph. telegraph.co.uk/world-news/202…
