Operationalizing Computational Tools for Analysis and Decision Support: Necessity, Capability, Possibility

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“Operationalizing Computational Tools for Analysis and Decision Support: Necessity, Capability, Possibility” Speaker: Pike, T. (USARMY Strategic Studies Institute) Date: 25 October 2018 Speaker Session Preview SMA hosted a speaker session presented by LTC Tom Pike (US Army Strategic Studies Institute) as a part of its SMA General Speaker Series. After summarizing his main conclusions, LTC […]

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Behavioural Analytics

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“Behavioural Analytics” Speaker: Woodward, K. (Defence Science and Technology Laboratory [DSTL]) Date: 23 October 2018 Speaker Session Preview SMA hosted a speaker session presented by Dr. Katie Woodward (Defence Science and Technology Laboratory [DSTL]) as a part of its SMA General Speaker Series. Dr. Woodward first explained DSTL’s role within the UK Ministry of Defence. […]

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Autonomous Weapons and the Future of War

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“Autonomous Weapons and the Future of War” Speaker: Scharre, P. Date: 24 October 2018 Speaker Session Preview SMA hosted a speaker session presented by Mr. Paul Scharre (Center for a New American Security [CNAS]) as a part of its SMA DHS Speaker Series. Mr. Scharre explored a variety of tough questions focused on how we […]

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“Tech and Terrorism: Examining the Medium and the Message” AND “Trucks, Knives, Bombs, Whatever: Exploring Pro-Islamic State Instructional Material on Telegram”

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“Tech and Terrorism: Examining the Medium and the Message” AND “Trucks, Knives, Bombs, Whatever: Exploring Pro-Islamic State Instructional Material on Telegram” Speakers: Alexander, A. (George Washington University); Clifford, B. (George Washington University) Date: 19 October 2018 Speaker Session Preview “Tech and Terrorism: Examining the Medium and the Message” Ms. Alexander began by emphasizing the importance […]

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The Influence Machine – Hacking Deterrence with Automated Information Operations: NSI Podcast 04

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Speaker: Telley, C. (Naval Postgraduate School) Podcast Preview In NSI’s fourth podcast, MAJ Christopher Telley (Naval Postgraduate School) discusses the convergence of automated influence and information operations, as well as gaps in the defense community’s capability and development within these domains. During the exclusive Q&A portion of the podcast, MAJ Telley further explores challenges and […]

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On Target: Capabilities, Intentions, and the Post-JCPOA Future of Iran’s Ballistic Missiles

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“On Target: Capabilities, Intentions, and the Post-JCPOA Future of Iran’s Ballistic Missiles” Speaker: Taleblu, B. (Foundation for Defense of Democracies) Date: 18 October 2018 Speaker Session Preview SMA hosted a speaker session presented by Mr. Behnam Ben Taleblu (Foundation for Defense of Democracies) as a part of its SMA CENTCOM Speaker Series. After summarizing his […]

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Putin Can’t Go On Forever, Can He? How Russian Leaders Obtain, Retain, and Lose Power

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“Putin Can’t Go On Forever, Can He? How Russian Leaders Obtain, Retain, and Lose Power” Speaker: Weber, Y. (Daniel Morgan Graduate School) Date: 11 October 2018 Speaker Session Preview SMA hosted a speaker session presented by Dr. Yuval Weber (Daniel Morgan Graduate School of National Security) as a part of its SMA EUCOM Speaker Series. […]

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21st Theater Sustainment Command (TSC) Communications

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“21st Theater Sustainment Command (TSC) Communications” Speakers: Stotz, G. (USARMY 21st TSC); Zagorowski, P. (USARMY 21st TSC) Date: 10 October 2018 Speaker Session Preview SMA hosted a speaker session presented by 1LT Piotr Zagorowski (USARMY 21st TSC) and MAJ Garrett Stotz (USARMY 21st TSC) as a part of its SMA EUCOM Speaker Series. MAJ Stotz […]

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Russia and China’s Growing Military Interaction; Surprised?

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“Russia and China’s Growing Military Interaction; Surprised?” Speaker: Zwack, P. (Retired) Date: 4 October 2018 Speaker Session Preview SMA hosted a speaker session presented by BG (Ret.) Peter Zwack as a part of its SMA EUCOM Speaker Series. BG (Ret.) Zwack began his presentation by discussing Russia’s annual large-scale, highly-publicized military exercises and identifying the […]

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Battlefield Relevant Civil Information Management in Humanitarian Assistance / Disaster Relief

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“Battlefield Relevant Civil Information Management in Humanitarian Assistance / Disaster Relief” Speaker: Hancock, B. (351 Civil Affairs Command) and Regan, F. (351 Civil Affairs Command) Date: 3 October 2018 Speaker Session Preview SMA hosted a speaker session presented by MAJ Brian Hancock (351 Civil Affairs Command) and SSG Francis Regan (351 Civil Affairs Command) as […]

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