Global Scans · Weaponization of Everything · Weekly Summary

• [New] The global defence expenditure is projected to touch $3 trillion, while AI warfare and cyber threats are fundamentally redefining the nature of combat. Republic World
• [New] In a world shaped by hybrid threats, cyber warfare, and rapid technological advances, the ability to wield smart power is not just essential for global leadership but also for national resilience. The Yale Review of International Studies
• The confluence of relentless cyber warfare, exponential data growth, stringent regulatory oversight, and the persistent threat of natural disasters has created a perfect storm, compelling organizations worldwide to rethink their approach to operational resilience. AstuteAnalytica India Pvt. Ltd.
• While experts predict that fully autonomous weapon systems may still be decades away, Israel has made significant strides to bring more autonomy into combat operations, with a primary focus on logistics. Autonomy Global -
• In a world where crises cascade across domains, from cyber warfare to supply chain disruptions, from executive scandals to geopolitical shocks, traditional crisis management has become dangerously obsolete. Defense.info
• Ukraine is and will continue to influence other countries in the field of drone warfare, regardless of whether they are MALEs or COTS-type drones. Geopolitical Monitor
• Australia classified 53 cases as cyber warfare-related under new national threat protocols by mid-2025. SQ Magazine
• Given the pace of technological change, delay only increases risk; Congress must act swiftly to align U.S. law with the urgent realities of drone warfare and supply chain security. The Heritage Foundation
• Current military AI systems often have biases, errors, and opacity that can increase civilian risk. 24/7 Wall St.
• During a crisis, Pyongyang's cyber warfare could have a massive impact on financial, infrastructure, transportation, military, and government computer networks. The Heritage Foundation
• In 2025, the total economic losses from cyber warfare are projected to hit $13.1 billion. SQ Magazine
• Israel's air campaign could be a model for future wars, including one involving cyberattacks and drone warfare. Economic Times
• The formations that guard Ukraine's steppe frontier will look different than the composition of most European militaries due to three defining trends: the rise of drone warfare; (2) demographic decline across Europe; and the new missile age. Center for Strategic and International Studies
• Tools like drones and cyber-warfare could help decrease South Korea's reliance on infantry and artillery. CNN
• China is set to launch a new high-altitude unmanned aircraft capable of releasing up to 100 kamikaze drones simultaneously, in what military observers say could mark a significant advancement in drone warfare technology. Al Mayadeen English
• While financial motives remain unchanged, the increasing role of AI in cyber warfare is a key concern, as it lowers barriers to entry for malicious actors, amplifying the risks faced by organizations globally. Black Arrow Cyber Consulting
• Han Kuang could improve its incorporation of drone warfare. / Taiwan Institute for the Study of War
• One of the most critical regions where drone warfare could have an immediate impact is the Taiwan Strait. NSIN
• Drone technology and drone warfare will be decisive in the Russian-Ukrainian war. DNyuz
• Russia's concern about its vulnerability to drone warfare does appear to be growing. The Moscow Times
• The true fears of drone warfare were realized in modern conventional wars, particularly the Armenian-Azerbaijan conflict and the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The Geopolitics

Last updated: 25 October 2025