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intersections: Issue 6, October 2023

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Intersections, Issue 6, CNA news digest of China’s efforts to acquire Western technology, U.S. and partner efforts to protect technology for national security.

information technologies, and artificial intelligence (AI) systems. Like the PRC’s export restrictions, the US’ proposed outbound investment screening has created debate in the EU, the United Kingdom ... on these minerals. Gallium is used to make high-performance semiconductor chips for advanced radars employed in missile systems and naval warships. Gallium chips are also used in commercial systems, such as 5G base towers, solar cells, and electric vehicles. Germanium is used in solid-state electronics, fiber optic systems, thermal imaging applications, and transistors. The export controls went

intersections: Issue 3, March 2023

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Intersections, Issue 3, CNA news digest of China’s efforts to acquire Western technology, U.S. and partner efforts to protect technology for national security.

and manufacturing of space launch and ballistic missile systems. US chips used in PRC nuclear weapons research, despite export controls. According to a January 2023 article in The Wall Street Journal , the PRC state-run China Academy of Engineering Physics (CAEP) has obtained semiconductor chips produced by US companies despite US export controls. The article describes CAEP as the PRC's top ... . The article discusses how since 2017, AS&E, an American maker of X-ray security scanning systems, has competed with cheaper systems made by the PRC state-owned Nuctech, which AS&E alleges copied its

ai and autonomy in russia: Issue 32, February 21, 2022

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like personal data, thereby taking into account citizens’ rights. INTEGRATION OF INTELLECTUAL TRANSPORT SYSTEMS TO PROCEED IN 42 REGIONS Early February reports suggest that the Russian government has concluded agreements with 42 regional governments and dedicated funding to incorporate intellectual transport systems. These systems would “automate traffic management processes and, as a result ... for the Safe City program proposed by the Ministry of Emergency Situations. This platform would “unite all urban and commercial security systems of the country ["facial recognition, traffic analysis cameras

pla update: Issue 9, April 19, 2023

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PLA Update, Issue 9, is a CNA China Studies Program monthly newsletter, with summaries of Chinese media coverage of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA).

LEADERSHIP GUIDANCE PLA Discusses Integration of Strategic Systems, Capabilities Since the March 2023 National People’s Congress, PLA subject matter experts have begun discussing an emerging ... for the “consolidation and enhancement of integrated national strategic systems and capabilities” (巩固提高一体化国家战略体系和能力). According to Xi, better coordination between economic development and defense requirements ... of integrated national strategic systems and capabilities” in his report to the 20th Chinese Communist Party Congress in October 2022. PLA subject matter experts also had been advocating for the idea

intersections: Issue 12, January 2025

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Intersections is a CNA news digest of China’s efforts to acquire Western technology, and U.S. and partner efforts to protect that technology for national security.

"real-time online monitoring systems and overseas observation [monitoring] stations for the marine environment" in order to "strengthen observation and research on marine ecosystems, ocean currents ... . This winch system and its accompanying 13,000-meter-long armored cable, which can be used to deploy undersea vehicles and other towed systems, are the first of such systems to have been developed fully in the PRC. According to the report, traditional winch systems cannot operate at all depths because they struggle to support the weight of armored cables. The Haiwei GD11000, however, can reportedly

china ai and autonomy report: Issue 22, September 8, 2022

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The China AI and Autonomy Report, issue 22, is a biweekly newsletter published by CNA, on artificial intelligence and autonomy in China.

systems between 2022 and 2026. According to Focus Taiwan , an English language website of the Taiwan government’s official news agency, the MND has stated that it has developed a “remote control ... by proprietary commercial data and government security classifications. These problems are exacerbated by incompatible information technology systems. The article states, however, that the US military ... and Control Strategy, to better regulate the adoption of AI technologies. The article also states that the US military is working to overcome the lack of compatibility between commercial and military systems

china ai and autonomy report: Issue 8, February 10, 2022

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The China AI and Autonomy Report, issue 8, is a biweekly newsletter published by CNA, on artificial intelligence and autonomy in China.

mission to the Tianhe space station in 2021. Unmanned systems PRC researchers develop AI agent to teach UAVs air combat   (see article   here ). Researchers from the China Aerodynamics Research ... against a human pilot. The simulations appear to be similar to a 2020   contest   conducted by Maryland-based Heron Systems in which an AI algorithm beat an F-16 pilot 5-0. J-20 fighter may get ... control systems.” The English-language summary of the plan emphasized   “quantum metrology,”   which is necessary for the measurement of nanoscale technologies. The plan also described goals

Checklist Advances the Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence

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CNA introduces tool to implement ethics policies for autonomous systems

Decision-Making : A First Step in Transforming the Policies and Ethics Principles Regarding Autonomous Systems into Practical System Engineering Requirements,” is available at CNA.org. Arlington, VA ... CNA introduces tool to implement ethics policies for autonomous systems /images/news/PressRelease.png Checklist Advances the Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence CNA has introduced a process ... intelligent autonomous systems. Each question is based upon a risk that has already been identified — including those raised by organizations opposed to the military use of autonomy. Here are five examples

Leading the Cybersecurity Strategy in the Public Sector

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CNA is a widely recognized leader in researching and applying industry trends, developing sound policies, conducting futures planning, and designing systems strategically. CN supports our clients and partners in strategic planning for cybersecurity, identity and access management (IAM), information exchange, and advanced technology capabilities in emerging technologies.

, and designing systems strategically. Our team supports our clients and partners in strategic planning for cybersecurity, identity and access management (IAM) , information exchange, and advanced technology capabilities in emerging technologies. SYSTEMS ENGINEERING Our team consists of CompTIA Security+ certified experts who analyze security requirements, design secure system architectures ... , and designing systems strategically. CN supports our clients and partners in strategic planning for cybersecurity, identity and access management (IAM), information exchange, and advanced technology

David Johnson

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Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development and Acquisition, where he had responsibility for all Navy and Marine Corps programs and development for maritime, ground, aviation, space and C4I systems. Prior assignments included PEO Submarines, Deputy Commander Naval Sea Systems Command for Undersea Technology, Commander Naval Undersea Warfare Center, major program manager for Virginia Class Submarines ... in Aerospace Engineering. He also holds a naval engineering degree and a master’s degree in mechanical engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He has received various personal