Unveiling Cyber Power: Think Tanks and Intelligence Agencies

This chapter explores the methodologies used by think tanks to assess the capabilities of intelligence organizations, particularly in cyber power. It highlights the impact of leaked information on public perception, especially following the Snowden case, while critiquing how these leaks shaped the narrative around NSA's operations. The discussion also emphasizes the importance of adapting intelligence strategies based on performance metrics and the historical significance of agencies within the Five Eyes alliance.