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Sky Wars: The Rising Drone Threat and High-Tech Counter-Drone Warfare

The Rising Threat of Drones in Modern Warfare and Public Security Drones as Emerging Threats: Small unmanned aerial systems (UAS) have rapidly become a double-edged sword – offering benefits for civilians while introducing new threats on battlefields and in public spaces ctc.westpoint.edu ctc.westpoint.edu. Terrorist organizations and insurgents have weaponized cheap commercial drones for bombings, kamikaze…
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Top 10 Fighter Jets Dominating the Skies in 2025

An Israeli F-35I stealth fighter takes off during a Red Flag exercise (2023). F-35 Lightning II jets, among others, represent the cutting edge of air dominance in 2025. Modern fighter jets blend stealth, supermaneuverability, advanced avionics, and heavy firepower to secure air superiority. From fifth-generation stealth fighters to upgraded fourth-generation legends, these aircraft are the…
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The Digital Lifeline: Inside Ghana’s Internet Revolution from Fiber to Satellite

Ghana has seen a rapid rise in internet usage over the past decade, evolving from single-digit penetration in 2010 to nearly 70% of the population online today. As of early 2025, approximately 24.3 million Ghanaians were internet users, representing an internet penetration rate of 69.9% datareportal.com. This is a dramatic increase from just 8% in…
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Lightning-Fast Latvia: Inside Europe’s Undercover Internet Powerhouse

A Baltic Broadband Success Story Latvia, a small Baltic nation of 1.9 million, has quietly become a global leader in internet connectivity. With over 92% of its people online and surfing at blistering speeds, Latvia enjoys near-universal internet access datareportal.com pulse.internetsociety.org. Whether it’s gigabit fiber in the capital or 5G signal in the countryside, Latvians are…
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D2D Gold Rush: The Race to Own the Sky-to-Phone Future (2025–2033)

Overview of Direct-to-Device (D2D) Satellite-Cellular Convergence Direct-to-Device (D2D) satellite-cellular convergence refers to the emerging capability for ordinary consumer devices – like smartphones, IoT gadgets, even cars – to connect directly with satellites for voice, messaging, and data, without specialized satellite phones or ground infrastructure viasat.com telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com. In essence, low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites function as…
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State of Internet Access in Jordan: From Fiber Optics to Starlink

Jordan has emerged as one of the Middle East’s more connected nations, with over 90% of its population now online freedomhouse.org. Driven by ambitious digital strategies and telecom sector investments, the country’s internet infrastructure spans modern fiber-optic networks, widespread mobile broadband, and new satellite services like Starlink. This report provides a comprehensive overview of internet…
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Skyrocketing Fighter Jet Market 2025: Tech Triumphs and Global Rivalries Fuel a New Arms Race

Introduction: The global fighter jet market is in takeoff mode in 2025, reaching record heights as nations race to modernize their air forces. Defense giants are vying to supply cutting-edge stealth aircraft amid rising geopolitical tensions and increased military spending. Major powers and their allies are pouring billions into new fighters, driven by NATO’s expansion,…
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Everything You Need to Know About Internet Access in Sweden—Even from Space

Sweden is renowned for its advanced internet infrastructure and near-universal connectivity. The country boasts one of the highest internet penetration rates in the world – as of 2022, about 96% of Swedes use the internet, well above the EU average of 89% en.wikipedia.org. Sweden’s digital network infrastructure is highly developed, with almost 99% of households…
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Hungary’s Digital Lifeline: How Fiber, 5G, and Satellites Are Rewiring the Nation

Hungary’s internet landscape has transformed dramatically in recent years. Once defined by slow DSL connections and patchy rural coverage, the country is now pushing the boundaries with nationwide fiber-optic networks, expansive 4G/5G mobile broadband, and even satellite internet options. This report provides a comprehensive overview of internet access in Hungary – spanning fixed broadband (fiber,…
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Fiber-Optic Drones in Ukraine: Evolution, Applications, and Impact

Introduction and Background Fiber-optic guided drones – UAVs that communicate via a physical fiber-optic cable rather than radio – have emerged as a game-changing technology in the Ukraine–Russia war. Though the concept of wire-guided munitions is not new (wire-guided anti-tank missiles like the U.S. TOW and Israel’s Spike have been in service for decades), applying…
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