Cyber Security and Emerging Threats

The NAOC’s Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Program features an in-depth analysis of latest trends, developments, and threats in international security. New security concerns are always on the horizon and our program seeks to examine these domains including global warming, natural resources, drones, urban conflicts, and cyberspace.

The program’s mandate is to keep Canadians informed on these rapidly developing and increasingly pivotal realms that are integral to all aspects of security.

Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Julia Peng

Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) in the Context of Global Trade

Julia Peng discusses how trade policies, agreements, and barriers can effectively prevent or encourage the spread of superbugs.

Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Eimi Harris

Microsoft v. USA: Defining Limits in Data Jurisdiction Part I

Eimi Harris provides an overview of the Microsoft v. USA case and discusses both the domestic and international implications of its ruling on tech firms, privacy, and data transfers.

Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Sophie Barnett

Islamic Republic of Iran v. United States of America

Sophie Barnett discusses Iran’s recent institution of proceedings against the US at the ICJ.

Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Robert Baines

The Monocle Daily’s Interview with Robert Baines

On Wednesday, July 20th, Robert Baines was interviewed by the Monocle Daily on the topic of Canada’s commitment to Latvia.

Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Julia Peng

Blockchain: Financial Security is Only the Beginning

Julia Peng discusses how blockchain-based applications, such as Bitcoin, can impact on financial security and increase the political and economic power of terrorist organizations.

Catherine Gao Cyber Security and Emerging Threats

South China Sea: Regional Instability and the Hague Ruling

Now that the Hague’s ruled in favour of the Philippines over its competing territorial claims with China, what’s next for tensions in the South China Sea? Catherine Gao sees political instability on the rise.

Cyber Security and Emerging Threats Evan Blackwell

Why the Islamic State Lashes Out: Territorial Losses and Terrorist Attacks

From Orlando to Dhaka, Islamic State has increased terrorist attacks globally. Evan Blackwell discusses how the the loses in Islamic State’s territorial holdings has marked a shift in the group’s operational strategy to maintain its image of strength.