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Securing Tomorrow: Your Daily Dose of Cyber Safety, Tech Trends, National Defense News, and Inspiration.
“We are not just building another fighter – we are shaping the future of warfare and putting our enemies on notice.”
— U.S. Air Force Chief Gen. David Allvin
I. National Defense: Key developments in national defense, particularly cyber and technological warfare.
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What The F-47’s Canards Say About The Rest Of Its Design
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A first look at Boeing’s F-47, the manned centerpiece of the U.S. Air Force’s Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) program, reveals surprising design choices—especially its canard foreplanes, which raise questions about stealth tradeoffs and design priorities. While previous NGAD expectations leaned toward a large, tailless stealth aircraft focused on range and survivability, the F-47’s configuration suggests a renewed emphasis on agility and possibly a more traditional fighter role. This could signal a broader shift in the NGAD ecosystem, with a cheaper, more exportable aircraft and increased reliance on stealth tankers and drones to overcome range limitations in future conflicts. Click here to read more.
II. Tech Trends: Updates on emerging technology trends shaping the digital world.
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“Once the honeymoon phase passes:” users question foldable’s worth as the hype fades
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A resurgence of interest in foldable smartphones began in 2019 with the launch of Samsung’s Galaxy Fold, echoing the nostalgia of early flip phones like the iconic Motorola Razr. Though initially met with skepticism over durability and price, the foldable market has since grown, with an estimated 25 million units shipped in 2024 and projections of 70 million by 2027. Still, foldables make up a small fraction of global smartphone sales and may face a slowdown in 2025 due to high costs and limited adoption in key markets like the U.S. Consumer opinions remain mixed—some love the practicality, while others see them as a short-lived novelty. Click here to read more.
III. Inspiration: Articles centered on faith that offer guidance and reflection.
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Astronaut ‘Butch’ Wilmore Celebrates Homecoming at Church: ‘All of This Goes Back to My Faith’
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Astronaut Barry “Butch” Wilmore was welcomed home by his church family at Providence Baptist Church in Pasadena, Texas, after spending 286 days aboard the International Space Station. Wilmore credited his faith in Jesus Christ for sustaining him during the mission, staying connected to his congregation through calls, devotionals, and worship while in orbit. His church, which closely followed his journey, celebrated his safe return. Now undergoing a 45-day rehabilitation, Wilmore is enjoying time with family and home-cooked meals, including his favorite dessert—pecan pie. He plans to share his faith experiences from space. Click here to read more.
IV. Cyber Safety: A focus on the latest cybersecurity threats, tips, or breaches impacting individuals and organizations.
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The Quantum Apocalypse Is Coming. Be Very Afraid
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A looming threat known as Q-Day could upend global cybersecurity, according to experts who warn that a powerful quantum computer may soon be able to crack widely used encryption methods like RSA. A new report suggests a one-in-three chance this could happen before 2035, with some believing it may have already occurred in secret. If realized, Q-Day could expose sensitive data, compromise military systems, and destabilize cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. While efforts to develop post-quantum encryption are underway, outdated infrastructure and slow upgrades leave major systems vulnerable. Experts urge swift, coordinated action to prepare. Click here to read more.
V. Shield of Israel: Coverage from The Jerusalem Post, providing an Israeli perspective on ongoing conflicts.
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DOGE cuts to US cybersecurity give Israeli firms a chance to fill the gap – opinion
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Following recent U.S. federal funding cuts to the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC), Israeli cybersecurity companies are being encouraged to step in and support state and local authorities. The cuts, part of a government efficiency initiative, threaten the cybersecurity posture of over 18,000 SLTT (state, local, tribal, and territorial) organizations, many of which lack the resources to defend against rising cyber threats. With Israel’s centralized and highly regarded cybersecurity ecosystem, experts say this moment offers a strategic opportunity for Israeli firms to provide innovative, scalable solutions tailored to America’s decentralized “whole-of-state” approach. Such partnerships could strengthen U.S. critical infrastructure and offer Israeli companies access to the underutilized SLED market (state, local, education). Click here to read more.
