Blair Maddock-Ferrie
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Lone-Actor Terrorism In The Age Of Relational Machines
Abstract: AI companion platforms are purpose-built to validate, affirm, and emotionally sustain their users. This article examines whether that structural logic poses a measurable radicalisation risk for individuals already predisposed to lone-actor terrorism. Drawing on a structured simulation conducted across seven ideological profiles and three AI companion personality types on Ourdream AI, the study finds… Read More
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NATO, Industrial Resilience, And Battlefield Transparency
Abstract: Since the 2023 Vilnius Summit, NATO has recognised industrial capacity as a core element of deterrence. The Alliance has endorsed the Defence Production Action Plan, adopted the Industrial Capacity Expansion Pledge, and aligned with parallel US and EU initiatives, the National Defence Industrial Strategy and the Act in Support of Ammunition Production to accelerate… Read More
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The Ideal Disinformation Weapon
Abstract: AI companions are not just synthetic friends—they are fast becoming ideal disinformation delivery systems. Built on predictable code, designed to please, and primarily used by socially isolated individuals, these apps create perfect conditions for manipulation. This is a low-cost, high-reach threat vector that can remain undetected until it is too late. What begins as… Read More
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