(101 Series) Cybersecurity, a History: From Undefined Term to Critical Global Issue
As cybersecurity has evolved from a technical term to a cornerstone of global politics, its significance in international relations is undeniable. In this article, we explore the complex journey of cybersecurity, from its early origins to its growing role in shaping statecraft and international cooperation, highlighting how cyber threats are redefining power in the digital age.
Cyber Sabotage and Geopolitical Escalation: The Implications of Israel’s Alleged Role in Lebanon’s Pager and Walkie-Talkie Explosions
The recent pager and walkie-talkie explosions in Lebanon highlight the evolving nature of cyber-physical warfare, where even low-tech devices are weaponized through sophisticated supply chain sabotage. As Israel is suspected of orchestrating this attack, the incident reveals how cybersecurity vulnerabilities in global supply chains are increasingly blurring the lines between digital sabotage and kinetic warfare, with far-reaching geopolitical consequences.
The U.S. Supreme Court and Social Media
The cases that the current federal Executive is seeking to have the Supreme Court review are based on decisions that several Courts of Appeal issued last year regarding laws that were approved in 2021 in the states of Florida (SB 7072) and Texas (HB 20) that, according to this government, do not comply with the First Amendment.