THE DAILY PRAETORIAN: Cybersecurity Trends – 5/5/25

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“The only constant in life is change.”

— Heraclitus

Electronic Warfare Lessons From Ukraine Informing Air Force Special Operations Future
Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) is rethinking training, technology, and acquisition strategies based on hard-won lessons from Ukraine’s high-intensity conflict, particularly around operating in electronic warfare-heavy environments. AFSOC aims to ensure its personnel and aircraft can function in GPS-denied zones, emphasizing the need for resilient communication and navigation tools. The command is also reevaluating its procurement philosophy—shifting from rigid “programs of record” to more agile “programs of capability”—enabling faster adaptation to rapidly evolving battlefield tech. It is focusing on flexible, modular systems with open architecture to avoid vendor lock-in and ensure quick software-driven upgrades, while exploring cheaper, expendable systems for some missions. The overarching goal is to remain adaptable, resilient, and combat-relevant in a potential future conflict with a great power like China. Click here to read more.

US tariffs vs EU regulations: What’s next for big tech?
Big tech companies are increasingly caught in a geopolitical tug-of-war between the United States and the European Union, with escalating tariffs and strict regulations forcing them to make tough choices about supply chains, compliance, and global strategy. While Donald Trump’s tariff-driven policies have spurred a scramble to shift manufacturing from China to India and Vietnam, the EU’s expanding regulatory regime—especially around digital markets and artificial intelligence—is also putting immense pressure on innovation and operational freedom. Attempting to satisfy both sides risks security vulnerabilities and production disruptions, leaving tech giants with no easy path forward. Click here to read more.

‘We’re Getting Baptized!’ 7,752 Declare New Life in Christ, Including Sammy ‘The Bull’ Gravano
In what organizers call a “spiritual awakening,” thousands of Christians gathered on Huntington Beach this past Saturday for Baptize California, a record-setting event where 7,752 people were baptized in a single day. Building on last year’s momentum, nearly 500 churches came together to witness nearly 30,000 worshipers celebrate their faith, including testimonies of healing, restoration, and redemption—like that of former mobster Sammy “The Bull” Gravano. Pastor Mark Francey, who led the effort, says this is just the beginning, with plans to launch Baptize America on June 8, 2025. Click here to read more.

Year of the Twin Dragons: Developers Must Slay the Complexity and Security Issues of AI Coding Tools
As generative AI tools like ChatGPT accelerate software development, they’re also introducing unprecedented levels of code complexity and security vulnerabilities—especially when used without proper oversight. Although these tools increase coding speed, studies show they often create flawed or insecure code, which many developers fail to properly vet. This rapid code churn, coupled with rising copy-paste practices, is inflating long-term maintenance costs and exposing organizations to greater risks. Experts argue the solution lies in upskilling developers with hands-on security training, instilling a security-first culture, and prioritizing early intervention in the software development lifecycle. Click here to read more.

Israel, US joint counterstriking Houthis in Yemen following Ben-Gurion Airport hit
Israel and the United States launched a major joint airstrike against Houthi targets in Yemen on Monday night, following a ballistic missile attack near Ben-Gurion Airport. Nearly 20 Israeli Air Force jets dropped around 50 munitions on key Houthi sites, including the Hodeidah seaport and a concrete factory used for tunnel construction. This marks Israel’s sixth strike on the Houthis since July 2024 and underscores a shift in strategy as previous U.S.-led strikes alone have not deterred Houthi aggression. Click here to read more.