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Former GCHQ Technology Chief Assumes Academic Role in Cybersecurity Leadership

The former Chief Technology Officer of GCHQ has joined the University of Manchester as Professor of Cyber Security. Sources indicate his seven-year tenure involved developing critical national security capabilities. Analysts suggest this move signals growing collaboration between intelligence agencies and academic institutions.

Intelligence Veteran Transitions to Academic Leadership

Gaven Smith, who served as Director General for Technology and Chief Technology Officer at GCHQ until late 2023, has assumed a new position as Professor of Cyber Security at the University of Manchester, according to recent reports. During his seven-year tenure as CTO, sources indicate he was responsible for research and development of numerous critical UK national security capabilities that supported the agency’s evolving mission requirements.

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Epoch Times National Security Reporter Resigns Over Pentagon Policy and Editorial Direction

A national security reporter at The Epoch Times has resigned following the publication’s decision to sign Pentagon media rules. Andrew Thornebrooke cited concerns over editorial independence and directives to label antifa as a terrorist organization in his resignation.

Reporter Departs Conservative Publication Over Ethical Concerns

A national security reporter at The Epoch Times has resigned from his position, citing the publication’s decision to sign the Pentagon’s new media rules and recent editorial directives regarding the characterization of antifa, according to reports obtained by The New York Times. Andrew Thornebrooke, who covered defense-related issues for the conservative outlet, submitted his resignation on Friday, stating he could no longer reconcile his journalistic responsibilities with the publication’s direction.

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Commodore Offers Linux Sanctuary for Windows 10 Users After Microsoft Ends Support

As Windows 10 reaches official end-of-life status, Commodore is positioning its free Linux-based Vision 3.0 operating system as a sanctuary for stranded users. The move comes after Consumer Reports warned Microsoft that ending free support creates national security vulnerabilities by leaving millions vulnerable.

Windows 10 Reaches End of Life

Windows 10 has officially reached EOL (end of life) status, leaving hundreds of millions of users without security updates or technical support from Microsoft, according to reports. The company proceeded with the planned phase-out despite concerns raised by consumer advocacy groups about the security implications of abandoning so many functional computers.

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Major US News Outlets Defy Pentagon Press Policy Over Press Freedom Concerns

Leading US news organizations including Reuters, AP, and major networks have refused to sign the Pentagon’s new press access policy. The policy threatens journalists with credential revocation for seeking sensitive information, raising constitutional concerns.

WASHINGTON – In a dramatic standoff over press freedoms, at least 30 major American news organizations have declined to sign the Pentagon’s controversial new press access policy ahead of Tuesday’s deadline, warning the restrictions could severely limit comprehensive coverage of the world’s most powerful military.

Unprecedented Press Restrictions

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JPMorgan Chase $10 Billion National Security Investment Targets Defense, AI, Energy

JPMorgan Chase has launched a decade-long $10 billion investment initiative targeting industries critical to US national security. The Security and Resiliency Initiative will focus on defense, frontier technologies, energy systems, and advanced manufacturing. CEO Jamie Dimon emphasized the need to reduce reliance on unreliable sources for critical materials and products.

JPMorgan Chase has announced a massive $10 billion investment plan targeting industries it deems crucial to national security, marking one of the most significant private sector commitments to strengthening American economic resilience. The banking giant revealed Monday that it will deploy capital over the next decade into defense and aerospace, frontier technologies including artificial intelligence and quantum computing, energy technology including advanced batteries, and supply chain manufacturing.

Strategic Investment in Critical Industries