The Geopolitics of Chip-Wars
Elements that combine the characteristics of conductors and insulators are known as semiconductors. They serve as the foundation for all modern world electronic devices. Semiconductors comprise compounds like gallium arsenide or pure elements, primarily silicon or germanium. They are often referred to as microchips or integrated circuits (ICs). In the current digital era, the loss […]
Anchors of the Sea: Italy-India’s Defence and Maritime Cooperation Agreement on the Indo-Pacific Region
In international politics, the Indo-Pacific region is strategically significant. It supports over 60% of the world economy and is home to around half of its people. Sea routes in this area are essential for linking Europe and North America with the Middle East, Africa, and East Asia. Notably, these routes handle many of the world’s […]
Can India Overcome Its Alarming Cyber Crime Surge ?
Cybercrime typically uses various technologies to commit theft and other crimes, primarily online, with computers and other tech tools as the primary targets. Forbes reports that 2023 saw an all-time high increase in overall cases of 72%, surpassing the numbers from 2021. The average loss from the data breach in 2024 was $4.88 million. Most […]
Diving into the Future: Explaining Underwater Data Centers and Geo-politics
The world has entered the 3rd decade of the 21st century, which can be termed as ‘the initial era of Artificial Intelligence (AI)’. Humans have made significant strides in technology. In the previous decade, people considered an 8 GB memory chip enough for their phones. However, with the rapid advancement of technologies, people currently find […]
Beyond Data Theft: How China’s Salt Typhoon Cyber Espionage Challenges National Security
Background Salt Typhoon, an Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) operation linked to the Chinese government, is associated with cyberespionage targeting vital industries such as telecommunications, government agencies, and critical infrastructure worldwide. Also known as APT41, this group has a dual focus on espionage and financial gain, making them one of the most dangerous and adaptable APT […]
Semiconductor Diplomacy: The New Frontier of Global Power
In the 21st century, semiconductors have become the building blocks of modern technology, powering everything from smartphones to advanced military systems. As these tiny chips grow increasingly crucial to national security and economic prosperity, a new form of diplomacy has emerged – semiconductor diplomacy. The recent global chip shortage, affecting over 169 countries, has underscored […]