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The Cognitive Crucible

#189 Todd Wilcox on PAI, OSINT, and Regulations

May 7, 2024
Todd Wilcox, Founder of Patriot Defense, discusses political polarization, OSINT in national security, PAI vs. CAI, data privacy regulations, and future threats in national security. The conversation explores the impact of divisive rhetoric, challenges in OSINT acceptance, potential of data integration, outdated military strategies, talent management, and the need for strict regulations in controlling artificial general intelligence (AGI) influence.
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  • Privacy regulations like CCPA and GDPR impact national security operations, requiring a balance between data collection and privacy rights.
  • Operationalizing OSINT involves overcoming biases in the intelligence community and recognizing its value in gathering insights.

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The Risks of Political Polarization on the Geopolitical Stage

Political polarization poses a significant danger globally, leading to extremist candidates and policies that can escalate tensions. The overlay of polarized politics with volatile geopolitical issues like confrontations in the Middle East and China increases the risk, especially with extremists influencing policy decisions.

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