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Send us a text🔍 Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up | March 21, 2025 🌐💣Espionage, sabotage, and surveillance... oh my. In this week’s Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up, Neil Bisson—retired CSIS intelligence officer and Director of the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network—dives deep into the most pressing national security and intelligence headlines you need to know. With over 25 years of intel and law enforcement experience, Neil delivers top secret-level insights with expert analysis you won’t get from mainstream media.🚨 This week:China sentences a former engineer to death for espionage—what drove him to betray his country?Silicon Valley turns into a spy thriller as Rippling sues Deel for alleged corporate espionage.The Netherlands cracks down on digital and diaspora espionage—a game changer for foreign influence.Japan vs. Belarus: Was a Japanese man’s espionage conviction politically motivated?Europol reveals Russia’s use of criminal gangs for sabotage—hybrid warfare just got an upgrade.Canada lays terrorism charges in a disturbing antisemitic case in Winnipeg.Tesla dealerships under attack in the U.S.—is this a new wave of domestic extremism?Ontario police using Israeli spyware—is our privacy at risk?💥 Buckle up—intelligence isn’t just spy games anymore. It’s about protecting your life, your job, and your country.🕵️♂️ Support the show through BuyMeACoffee or Buzzsprout! Links below.https://www.google.com/search?client=safari&rls=en&q=the+psyhology+behind+human+sources+in+intelligence+collection&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8https://www.patreon.com/c/NeilBissonhttps://buymeacoffee.com/gikn🎯 Chapters:00:00 Intro01:30 Death sentence in China for espionage08:00 Silicon Valley corporate spying scandal: Rippling vs. Deel13:45 Netherlands' bold law against foreign interference17:10 Japanese national sentenced in Belarus for espionage19:30 Europol uncovers Russian hybrid sabotage21:40 Terrorism charges in Winnipeg antisemitic case23:10 Tesla attacks: domestic extremism in the U.S.?24:45 Ontario police and Israeli spyware25:30 OutroSupport the show
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Moscow Spy Ring Planned Assassination. Canada Braces for AI Powered Foreign Interference.
Send us a text🌍 Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up | March 14, 2025Get facts, intelligence, and insights—not spin and opinion. In this week’s Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up, Neil Bisson unpacks the most critical intelligence and national security stories shaping the world today.🔍 This Episode Covers:🕵️♂️ Russian Spy Ring & Assassination Plot – A convicted Russian spy cell in the UK had elaborate plans to assassinate journalist Christo Grozev, including using a staged arrest and a brutal sledgehammer attack. What does this reveal about Russia’s evolving intelligence operations, and why are journalists becoming prime targets?🇬🇧 How a Russian Spy Ring Did Moscow’s Dirty Work in the UK – A deeper dive into the espionage network that infiltrated Britain, carrying out surveillance, honeytraps, and potential kidnappings for the Kremlin. How were they caught, and what does this case expose about Russia’s covert networks in Europe?🇷🇺 Russia Expels British Diplomats – In a move that escalates diplomatic tensions, Russia has expelled two British diplomats over espionage allegations. Is this just tit-for-tat diplomacy, or are we witnessing an escalation in intelligence warfare between Moscow and London?🤖 AI-Powered Election Interference – A new Canadian intelligence report warns that China, Russia, and Iran are likely to use AI-driven disinformation campaigns to manipulate public perception in Canada’s upcoming federal election. With deepfakes and AI-generated propaganda on the rise, how can Canada defend its democracy?🌊 Undersea Cable Sabotage – The mysterious breakdown of undersea internet cables is raising concerns about deliberate sabotage. With global economies and military operations relying on these critical lines of communication, why is proving these attacks so difficult, and what does it mean for global security?🇩🇪 Germany’s Intelligence Failure on COVID-19 – A new report reveals that Germany’s intelligence agency, the BND, failed to detect and warn about COVID-19’s threat in 2019. Was this a simple oversight, or does it expose a deeper weakness in how intelligence agencies assess non-traditional security risks?🔥 Russian Sabotage Campaign in Poland – Polish authorities have arrested a Belarusian man accused of committing arson as part of a Russian-directed sabotage effort. With similar acts of covert disruption reported across Europe, is Russia escalating its use of proxy operatives to destabilize NATO countries?🇬🇱 Trump’s Renewed Push for Greenland – Former President Donald Trump is once again advocating for the U.S. to acquire Greenland, citing national security concerns. But is this a strategic necessity in the battle for Arctic dominance, or just political posturing?🛑 With the Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up, you get the intelligence behind the headlines—no hype, no bias.📌 Chapters:00:00 - Intro01:30 - Russian spy ring & assassination plot06:00 - How Russian spies operated in the UK10:45 - Russia expels British diplomats15:20 - AI-driven election interference in Canada20:10 - Undersea cable sabotage concerns24:40 - Germany’s intelligence failure on COVID-1927:50 - Russian sabotage campaign in Poland29:20 - Trump’s renewed push for Greenland30:20 - Outro🔗 Links to sources & ways to support the show in the description!👍 Like, Share & Subscribe for weekly intelligence updates!Support the show
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Can Western Democracies Still Rely on US Intelligence?
Send us a text🌎 Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up – March 7, 2025 🕵️♂️🚨 This week’s episode is packed with intelligence and national security developments you NEED to know! From Russian cyber threats to Arctic security vulnerabilities, espionage scandals, and the latest geopolitical tensions—Neil Bisson breaks it all down with expert analysis.🔎 Inside this episode:✅ Cyber Threats & Russia – Chuck Schumer warns that pausing U.S. cyber operations gives Putin a "free pass." What are the risks?✅ China's Influence in the Philippines – Suspected Chinese spies are using financial donations as leverage. How deep does this go?✅ Sabotage in the Baltic Sea – Swedish police investigate an attack on critical infrastructure. Is this part of a broader pattern?✅ U.S.-Ukraine Relations – A heated Oval Office meeting leaves U.S.-Ukraine intelligence sharing in limbo. What does this mean for the war?✅ A Canadian Teen Recruited by Russian Intelligence – A shocking espionage case raises concerns about youth recruitment in intelligence.✅ Canada’s Arctic in the Crosshairs – CSIS warns that foreign adversaries see the Arctic as a vulnerable target. How is Canada responding?✅ Europe’s Undersea Internet Cables Under Attack? – Mysterious "shadow fleets" and suspected sabotage put global communications at risk.✅ The U.S. Shuts Down Intelligence Sharing with Ukraine – What are the battlefield and geopolitical consequences of this decision?With over 25 years in intelligence and law enforcement, Neil Bisson delivers top-secret-level insights into the world of espionage, foreign interference, and national security.📌 CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro01:30 - Cyber threats: Schumer warns of U.S. cyber operations pause05:00 - China’s influence in the Philippines through financial donations08:40 - Swedish police investigate suspected sabotage in the Baltic Sea12:10 - Trump, Zelensky, and a heated Oval Office meeting15:15 - A Canadian teen recruited as a Russian spy18:15 - Canada’s Arctic: A growing national security concern20:45 - Europe’s undersea internet cables under attack22:15 - U.S. cuts intelligence sharing with Ukraine22:50 - OutroLearn how Human Sources are recruited and managed: https://pdinstitute.uottawa.ca/PDI/Courses/National-Security/The-Psychology-Behind-Human-Sources/Course.aspx?CourseCode=S0236🎙 Enjoying the podcast? Support the show on Patreon or Buzzsprout to keep these intelligence briefings coming!📢 Don’t forget to like, share & subscribe to stay updated on the latest in national security and intelligence.🔗 Links to all sources & articles in the show notes!#Intelligence #Espionage #CyberSecurity #Geopolitics #GlobalSecuritySupport the show
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Putin's Warning to "Western Elites". iPhone Zero-Click Vulnerability.
Send us a text🌍 Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up | February 28, 2025🔎 This week, we dive into the most pressing intelligence and national security stories shaping the world. From China’s transnational repression to India’s alleged foreign interference in Canada, Taiwan’s undersea cable sabotage, and North Korean troops in Ukraine—these stories reveal the ever-shifting landscape of global intelligence.🕵️♂️ With over 25 years of experience in intelligence and law enforcement, Neil Bisson, Director of the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network, breaks down the key developments you need to know.📢 In This Episode:A 19-year-old pro-democracy activist from Hong Kong is wanted by Beijing—despite living in the UK. What does this mean for dissidents abroad?A new investigation reveals an Indian businessman accused of foreign interference in Canada. How deep does this go?Taiwan detains a Chinese-crewed ship suspected of sabotaging an undersea internet cable. Is this part of a larger strategy?The NSA urges iPhone users to enable Apple’s Lockdown Mode. Should you be worried about spyware?Over 100 U.S. intelligence officers were fired under controversial circumstances. What’s really going on?North Korea sends troops to Russia—with some reportedly deployed to Ukraine’s front lines. How will this impact the war?Vladimir Putin warns Western elites against interfering in U.S.-Russia relations—while his regime continues cyberattacks and military aggression.📌 Chapters:00:00 - Intro01:40 - China’s Transnational Repression & the Case of Chloe Cheung06:15 - Canada Accuses Indian Businessman of Foreign Interference11:20 - Taiwan Detains Chinese-Crewed Ship Over Undersea Cable Sabotage15:30 - NSA Warns iPhone Users: Turn On Lockdown Mode18:45 - 100+ U.S. Intelligence Officers Fired—What’s Going On?21:30 - North Korean Troops in Ukraine: A Game-Changer?24:00 - Putin’s Warning to the West25:30 - Outro & Ways to Support the Show✅ Support the Show:Help keep intelligence analysis independent! Support via Patreon patreon.com/NeilBisson or BuzzsproutSupport the show
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Iran Detains UK Couple. Mexican Cartels Listed as Terrorists.
Send us a text🌍 Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up – February 21, 2025Welcome to another episode of Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up! This week, we’re diving into the intelligence and national security stories shaping our world.🔍 U.S. intelligence agencies are shifting focus away from preventing large-scale terrorist attacks like 9/11—are they making a dangerous mistake?🔐 Tensions rise between the U.S. and the UK over demands for encrypted Apple cloud data—will this shake up intelligence-sharing?💣 Russia’s covert sabotage operations in Europe are escalating—what does this mean for global security?🚨 A British couple is detained in Iran on espionage charges—what’s behind this latest diplomatic crisis?🎯 The CIA is ramping up drone surveillance of Mexican drug cartels—how will this impact U.S.-Mexico relations?🌏 ASIO has uncovered foreign plots targeting individuals in Australia—just how widespread is foreign interference?⚠️ Russia’s influence in Africa’s Sahel region is growing—what’s Moscow’s ultimate goal?🕵️♂️ China’s ‘Salt Typhoon’ hacking group is infiltrating U.S. telecommunications—what’s the real threat?💀 The U.S. has officially declared Mexican drug cartels as global terrorist organizations—will this change the fight against transnational crime?📢 Stay informed with expert analysis from Neil Bisson, Director of the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network and a retired CSIS intelligence officer with over 25 years of experience.👀 Watch until the end for details on Neil’s upcoming University of Ottawa course on The Psychology Behind Human Sources in Intelligence Collection!💬 What do you think about these developments? Drop a comment below!⏳ Chapters00:00 - Intro01:30 - U.S. intelligence shifts focus from counterterrorism05:45 - U.S.-UK encryption battle over Apple data10:20 - Russia’s covert sabotage in Europe15:05 - British couple detained in Iran for espionage19:40 - CIA drone surveillance of Mexican drug cartels23:15 - ASIO exposes foreign plots in Australia26:00 - Russia expands influence in Africa’s Sahel region29:30 - China’s ‘Salt Typhoon’ hackers target U.S. telecoms32:50 - U.S. designates Mexican drug cartels as global terrorist organizations37:00 - Outro & Course Announcement☕ Support the show🔗 Buzzsprout 🔗 Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/NeilBisson🎓 Register for Neil’s upcoming online course at the University of Ottawa🔗 The Psychology Behind Human Sources in Intelligence Collection👍 Enjoying the podcast? Like, share, and subscribe for more expert intelligence analysis!#Intelligence #NationalSecurity #GlobalThreats #Espionage #CyberSecurity #CounterterrorismSupport the show
Welcome to the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network Podcast, where real-world intelligence expertise meets insightful analysis. Join your host, Neil Bisson, a former Intelligence Officer with the Canadian Security Intelligence Service, for a weekly deep dive into the world of espionage, national security, foreign interference, terrorism, and all matters spy and intelligence related.With over 25 years of experience in intelligence and law enforcement, both domestically and internationally, Neil Bisson brings a unique perspective to the table. From hunting spies and terrorists to recruiting and managing human sources, he's seen it all.Each episode, Neil Bisson, Director of Global Intelligence Knowledge Network as he provides a comprehensive summary of the most intriguing international intelligence stories, dissecting the hottest media topics with professional analysis and insider knowledge. Whether you're a seasoned intelligence professional or simply fascinated by the world of spies, this podcast is your go-to source for accurate, insightful, and engaging content.Tune in weekly to stay informed, enlightened, and entertained. Don't miss out on the latest from the frontlines of global intelligence. Subscribe now to the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network Podcast on Buzzsprout and never miss an episode. Stay sharp, stay informed, and stay ahead of the curve with the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network Podcast.
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