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Can Western Democracies Still Rely on US Intelligence?
Send us a text🌎 Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up – March 7, 2025 🕵️♂️🚨 This week’s episode is packed with intelligence and national security developments you NEED to know! From Russian cyber threats to Arctic security vulnerabilities, espionage scandals, and the latest geopolitical tensions—Neil Bisson breaks it all down with expert analysis.🔎 Inside this episode:✅ Cyber Threats & Russia – Chuck Schumer warns that pausing U.S. cyber operations gives Putin a "free pass." What are the risks?✅ China's Influence in the Philippines – Suspected Chinese spies are using financial donations as leverage. How deep does this go?✅ Sabotage in the Baltic Sea – Swedish police investigate an attack on critical infrastructure. Is this part of a broader pattern?✅ U.S.-Ukraine Relations – A heated Oval Office meeting leaves U.S.-Ukraine intelligence sharing in limbo. What does this mean for the war?✅ A Canadian Teen Recruited by Russian Intelligence – A shocking espionage case raises concerns about youth recruitment in intelligence.✅ Canada’s Arctic in the Crosshairs – CSIS warns that foreign adversaries see the Arctic as a vulnerable target. How is Canada responding?✅ Europe’s Undersea Internet Cables Under Attack? – Mysterious "shadow fleets" and suspected sabotage put global communications at risk.✅ The U.S. Shuts Down Intelligence Sharing with Ukraine – What are the battlefield and geopolitical consequences of this decision?With over 25 years in intelligence and law enforcement, Neil Bisson delivers top-secret-level insights into the world of espionage, foreign interference, and national security.📌 CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro01:30 - Cyber threats: Schumer warns of U.S. cyber operations pause05:00 - China’s influence in the Philippines through financial donations08:40 - Swedish police investigate suspected sabotage in the Baltic Sea12:10 - Trump, Zelensky, and a heated Oval Office meeting15:15 - A Canadian teen recruited as a Russian spy18:15 - Canada’s Arctic: A growing national security concern20:45 - Europe’s undersea internet cables under attack22:15 - U.S. cuts intelligence sharing with Ukraine22:50 - OutroLearn how Human Sources are recruited and managed: https://pdinstitute.uottawa.ca/PDI/Courses/National-Security/The-Psychology-Behind-Human-Sources/Course.aspx?CourseCode=S0236🎙 Enjoying the podcast? Support the show on Patreon or Buzzsprout to keep these intelligence briefings coming!📢 Don’t forget to like, share & subscribe to stay updated on the latest in national security and intelligence.🔗 Links to all sources & articles in the show notes!#Intelligence #Espionage #CyberSecurity #Geopolitics #GlobalSecuritySupport the show
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Putin's Warning to "Western Elites". iPhone Zero-Click Vulnerability.
Send us a text🌍 Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up | February 28, 2025🔎 This week, we dive into the most pressing intelligence and national security stories shaping the world. From China’s transnational repression to India’s alleged foreign interference in Canada, Taiwan’s undersea cable sabotage, and North Korean troops in Ukraine—these stories reveal the ever-shifting landscape of global intelligence.🕵️♂️ With over 25 years of experience in intelligence and law enforcement, Neil Bisson, Director of the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network, breaks down the key developments you need to know.📢 In This Episode:A 19-year-old pro-democracy activist from Hong Kong is wanted by Beijing—despite living in the UK. What does this mean for dissidents abroad?A new investigation reveals an Indian businessman accused of foreign interference in Canada. How deep does this go?Taiwan detains a Chinese-crewed ship suspected of sabotaging an undersea internet cable. Is this part of a larger strategy?The NSA urges iPhone users to enable Apple’s Lockdown Mode. Should you be worried about spyware?Over 100 U.S. intelligence officers were fired under controversial circumstances. What’s really going on?North Korea sends troops to Russia—with some reportedly deployed to Ukraine’s front lines. How will this impact the war?Vladimir Putin warns Western elites against interfering in U.S.-Russia relations—while his regime continues cyberattacks and military aggression.📌 Chapters:00:00 - Intro01:40 - China’s Transnational Repression & the Case of Chloe Cheung06:15 - Canada Accuses Indian Businessman of Foreign Interference11:20 - Taiwan Detains Chinese-Crewed Ship Over Undersea Cable Sabotage15:30 - NSA Warns iPhone Users: Turn On Lockdown Mode18:45 - 100+ U.S. Intelligence Officers Fired—What’s Going On?21:30 - North Korean Troops in Ukraine: A Game-Changer?24:00 - Putin’s Warning to the West25:30 - Outro & Ways to Support the Show✅ Support the Show:Help keep intelligence analysis independent! Support via Patreon patreon.com/NeilBisson or BuzzsproutSupport the show
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Iran Detains UK Couple. Mexican Cartels Listed as Terrorists.
Send us a text🌍 Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up – February 21, 2025Welcome to another episode of Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up! This week, we’re diving into the intelligence and national security stories shaping our world.🔍 U.S. intelligence agencies are shifting focus away from preventing large-scale terrorist attacks like 9/11—are they making a dangerous mistake?🔐 Tensions rise between the U.S. and the UK over demands for encrypted Apple cloud data—will this shake up intelligence-sharing?💣 Russia’s covert sabotage operations in Europe are escalating—what does this mean for global security?🚨 A British couple is detained in Iran on espionage charges—what’s behind this latest diplomatic crisis?🎯 The CIA is ramping up drone surveillance of Mexican drug cartels—how will this impact U.S.-Mexico relations?🌏 ASIO has uncovered foreign plots targeting individuals in Australia—just how widespread is foreign interference?⚠️ Russia’s influence in Africa’s Sahel region is growing—what’s Moscow’s ultimate goal?🕵️♂️ China’s ‘Salt Typhoon’ hacking group is infiltrating U.S. telecommunications—what’s the real threat?💀 The U.S. has officially declared Mexican drug cartels as global terrorist organizations—will this change the fight against transnational crime?📢 Stay informed with expert analysis from Neil Bisson, Director of the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network and a retired CSIS intelligence officer with over 25 years of experience.👀 Watch until the end for details on Neil’s upcoming University of Ottawa course on The Psychology Behind Human Sources in Intelligence Collection!💬 What do you think about these developments? Drop a comment below!⏳ Chapters00:00 - Intro01:30 - U.S. intelligence shifts focus from counterterrorism05:45 - U.S.-UK encryption battle over Apple data10:20 - Russia’s covert sabotage in Europe15:05 - British couple detained in Iran for espionage19:40 - CIA drone surveillance of Mexican drug cartels23:15 - ASIO exposes foreign plots in Australia26:00 - Russia expands influence in Africa’s Sahel region29:30 - China’s ‘Salt Typhoon’ hackers target U.S. telecoms32:50 - U.S. designates Mexican drug cartels as global terrorist organizations37:00 - Outro & Course Announcement☕ Support the show🔗 Buzzsprout 🔗 Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/NeilBisson🎓 Register for Neil’s upcoming online course at the University of Ottawa🔗 The Psychology Behind Human Sources in Intelligence Collection👍 Enjoying the podcast? Like, share, and subscribe for more expert intelligence analysis!#Intelligence #NationalSecurity #GlobalThreats #Espionage #CyberSecurity #CounterterrorismSupport the show
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MI5 Lied in Court! Canada Names Fentanyl Czar.
Send us a text🚨 MI5’s Courtroom Deception & China’s Digital Influence 🚨This week on Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up, we break down MI5’s shocking admission that it misled courtsabout a violent neo-Nazi informant. What happens when intelligence agencies go too far in protecting their sources? 🤔Meanwhile, a Chinese-backed disinformation campaign targeted Chrystia Freeland’s leadership bid in Canada. How are foreign actors using digital influence to manipulate democratic institutions? 🕵️♂️We also cover breaking intelligence developments from around the world:🔍 Neo-Nazi terror plot foiled—how extremist groups are shifting tactics.🛑 South Korea’s AI warning—is China’s DeepSeek app a data-harvesting threat?💊 Canada’s fentanyl crisis—will the newly appointed “fentanyl czar” make a difference?⚓ Russian sabotage? Reports suggest Moscow may have targeted Germany’s newest warship.With over 25 years of intelligence and law enforcement experience, Neil Bisson brings you expert analysis and insights you won’t find anywhere else.🎙 Like, comment, and share to help the channel grow!💡 Want to support the show? Join us on Patreon or Buzzsprout!📌 Chapters:00:00 – Intro: MI5’s Courtroom Deception & China’s Digital Influence01:22 – MI5 Caught Lying to Courts About a Neo-Nazi Informant06:32 – Foreign Interference in Canada: Chrystia Freeland’s Leadership Bid Targeted11:47 – Neo-Nazi Leader Convicted for Plot to Attack Maryland Power Grid17:08 – South Korea Warns About Chinese AI App DeepSeek21:32 – Canada Appoints Its First Fentanyl Czar24:03 – Did Russian Agents Sabotage Germany’s Newest Warship?26:25 – Outro: Support the Podcast & Stay Informed🔗 Links & Support:📌 University of Ottawa Course – The Psychology Behind Human Sources in Intelligence Collection:https://pdinstitute.uottawa.ca/PDI/Courses/National-Security/The-Psychology-Behind-Human-Sources/Course.aspx?CourseCode=S0236&429f5b2a066e=3📌 Support the Podcast:🟢 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/become-member-of-120422249🟢 Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2336717/support🔗 Links to source articles are in the show notes.🛑 Stay Curious, Stay Informed, Stay Safe. See you next week!Support the show
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U.S. Intelligence in Crisis & Cameras: China’s Digital Spies?
Send us a text🚨 U.S. Intelligence in Crisis & Cameras: China’s Digital Spies? 🚨This week on Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up, we analyze a growing crisis in U.S. intelligence—with the CIA facing workforce reductions and the FBI under political pressure from the new Trump administration. Is America’s intelligence community at risk of losing its edge?Meanwhile, Chinese-made surveillance cameras installed across critical U.S. infrastructure could be acting as digital spies for Beijing. Could these devices be exploited for cyber espionage?We also cover breaking intelligence developments from around the world:🔍 Russia’s espionage operations inside Ukraine exposed.🕵️♂️ The UK’s Prevent program failure—did counterterrorism officers miss a deadly threat?💥 Russia’s FSB fighting back against CIA recruitment efforts—is this the new Cold War?With over 25 years of intelligence and law enforcement experience, Neil Bisson brings you expert analysis and insights you won’t find anywhere else.🎙 Like, comment, and share to help the channel grow!💡 Want to support the show? Join us on Patreon or Buzzsprout! Links in the show notes.📌 Chapters:00:00 – Intro: U.S. Intelligence in Crisis & China's Digital Spies02:40 – The CIA Buyouts: Is America’s Intelligence Community Weaker?07:50 – FBI Under Pressure: Political Scrutiny & National Security Risks12:55 – Russian Espionage Unit Exposed in Ukraine17:30 – UK’s Counterterrorism Failure: The Prevent Program Breakdown21:10 – China’s Surveillance Threat: Are Security Cameras Digital Spies?25:40 – Russia’s FSB vs. the CIA: A New Intelligence War?27:50 – Outro: Support the Podcast & Stay Informed🔗 Links to source articles are in the show notes.🛑 Stay Curious, Stay Informed, Stay Safe. See you next week!Support the show
Welcome to the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network Podcast, where real-world intelligence expertise meets insightful analysis. Join your host, Neil Bisson, a former Intelligence Officer with the Canadian Security Intelligence Service, for a weekly deep dive into the world of espionage, national security, foreign interference, terrorism, and all matters spy and intelligence related.With over 25 years of experience in intelligence and law enforcement, both domestically and internationally, Neil Bisson brings a unique perspective to the table. From hunting spies and terrorists to recruiting and managing human sources, he's seen it all.Each episode, Neil Bisson, Director of Global Intelligence Knowledge Network as he provides a comprehensive summary of the most intriguing international intelligence stories, dissecting the hottest media topics with professional analysis and insider knowledge. Whether you're a seasoned intelligence professional or simply fascinated by the world of spies, this podcast is your go-to source for accurate, insightful, and engaging content.Tune in weekly to stay informed, enlightened, and entertained. Don't miss out on the latest from the frontlines of global intelligence. Subscribe now to the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network Podcast on Buzzsprout and never miss an episode. Stay sharp, stay informed, and stay ahead of the curve with the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network Podcast.
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