July 2, 2019
As the use of personal electronics has grown, tech companies have monetized the data that they collect from individuals using their platforms, selling it into data markets that provide consumers
February 1, 2019
As cyber-information technologies became “weapons of choice” in today’s geopolitics, the leading nation-states have engaged in the so-called latest technological race. The governments recognize the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and blockchain in offensive and defensive applications, and security, placing significant attention on the rapid adoption of these emerging technologies. Russia in particular has been “claiming” to pioneer blockchain technology.
February 28, 2018
Data localization laws require that certain types of data be stored within a country before being allowed to move outside that country’s borders. Internationally, there has been an increase in
January 31, 2018
In the wake of recent cyber-attacks and data leaks, countries have increasingly enacted data localization laws aimed at limiting the cross-border flow of data and monitoring corporations and individuals (Panday
December 1, 2017
In their article “Russia Is Now Providing North Korea With Internet: What That Could Mean For Cyber Warfare“, Matthew Newton and Donghui Park, both Jackson School graduate students and Jackson
October 25, 2017
For the past year, Russia’s offensive cyber-activities in the United States have been under a spotlight. However, whether it is cyberattacks on U.S. governmental agencies by “patriotic” hackers or interference
October 11, 2017
On December 23, 2015, the control centers of three Ukrainian electricity distribution companies were remotely accessed. Taking control of the facilities’ SCADA systems, malicious actors opened breakers at some 30
September 6, 2017
Since the start of the Putin era in 1999, relations between Russia and the West have been tenuous at best. The advent of information and communications technology (ICT) has offered
April 14, 2017
The flow of data between the United States and the European Union has always been an essential element to international trade and transatlantic cooperation. Yet, different philosophies regarding the way in which individuals access and maintain the Internet creates barriers to trade.
January 31, 2017
Turkey and the U.S. have a long history of cooperation and Turkey’s geopolitical location makes it central to the U.S.’s Middle East policy. However, Turkey’s turn to authoritarianism, actions in the region, and the presence of Gulen in the U.S. has strained relations between the two countries.