Ivan Kyrychevskyi, expert at Defense Express Oleksandr Kovalenko, Military and Political Observer, Information Resistance Group Volodymyr Solovian, Head of the Hybrid Warfare Analytical Group, UCMC In this episode of...
January 2024
Volodymyr SolovianStrengthening Defenses Against AI-Driven Disinformation
The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) in propagating disinformation calls for the development of innovative defenses to safeguard against its harmful effects. As AI technologies become increasingly...
Pavlo KryvenkoDoublespeak: Russian energy policy and Bulgaria’s Botas contract – Part 2
Mr Hristov’s memo: the “risk-free agreement” In Part 2 of our three-part article, we take a closer look at the January 2023 contract between Bulgargaz and Turkey’s Botas – and its vital context, the Tripartite Protocol...
Ilian VassilevDoublespeak: Russian energy geopolitics and Bulgaria’s Botas contract – Part 1
The doublespeak in defining Bulgaria‘s national interests The saga of Turkey’s use as an avenue for getting Russian gas into Bulgaria and onward to a wider Europe has been full of doublespeak and deceit. In this three...
Ukraine: National Survival Overrides Retaliation
In Ukraine’s ongoing war with Russia, the notion of retaliation is not simply about seeking retribution but rather about safeguarding the nation’s very survival. The struggle against Russian aggression...
Propaganda in Sport – Deceptive Neutrality: Russian Killer Athletes
On December 8, the International Olympic Committee decided to grant Russian and Belarusian athletes participation in the 2024 Olympic Games under the “neutral” status. Ukraine criticized the IOC’s decision. The...
Ukrainian refugees in Europe: a target of Russian propaganda
Introduction Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine has resulted in Europe’s largest migration crisis since World War II. According to Eurostat, approximately 4.2 million Ukrainians have been granted...
What role does crypto play in the growth of Ukraine and Russia?
The rise of cryptocurrency is reshaping the economic landscapes of both Ukraine and Russia, albeit in different ways. While Ukraine embraces blockchain technology as a means of modernization and financial inclusion...
Balancing Tradition and Innovation in AI Governance
Before implementing regulations on artificial intelligence (AI), it is imperative to consider the implications on energy consumption and the momentum of technological advancement. While AI holds immense potential to...
Ukraine’s Claim to Putin’s $300 Billion
The $300 billion allegedly belonging to Russian President Vladimir Putin represents an asset with significant implications for Ukraine. Understanding the origin and destination of these funds is critical not only for...