Cognitive Warfare
Cognitive warfare is the strategic use of information, psychological tactics, and technological tools to influence how people think, perceive reality, and make decisions, often targeting beliefs, emotions, and social behaviors. It goes beyond traditional propaganda by exploiting cognitive biases, social networks, and digital platforms to subtly shape opinions and weaken an adversary’s cohesion or will to act.
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AI-Enabled Cyberspace Operations
Abstract: Artificial intelligence is reshaping the offence–defence balance in cyberspace. Drawing on recent cases (PromptLock ransomware, Auto-Exploit pipelines, and the Air Force’s DASH wargame) and a systematic review of academic articles, this study examines how AI alters tempo, cost, and thresholds in cyberspace operations. Findings show that AI accelerates offensive exploitation, enables polymorphism, and lowers Read more →
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Defining Cognitive Warfare: Maximalist versus Minimalist Approaches
Abstract: Given the relevance, evolution, and proliferation of cognitive warfare in the modern age, it is necessary to delve deeper into the concept to gain an empirical understanding that can inform future policies and practices. Accordingly, a systematic literature review was carried out to define the concept in relation to six key aspects, namely its Read more →
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Defending Free Speech With Free Choice: Towards Technology-Driven, Human-Centred, Endpoint Solutions For Society As A Whole
Abstract: Cognitive warfare and especially disinformation now rely heavily on social media platforms, cybertechnologies and AI, with the aim of creating confusion, societal polarization, mistrust, anger, and hatred against governments, organizations, communities or opposing individuals. While disinformation is a global problem, early defences based on censorship also threaten core Western values such as freedom of Read more →
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The Janus-Faced Hybrid Nature Of Cyber-Related Technologies In The Cognitive Domain
Abstract: As a prerequisite to effectively identifying and countering cyber and hybrid threats, as well as cognitive warfare/superiority campaigns against Western democracies worldwide, it is crucial to have cross-governmental and international information-sharing capabilities. Due to the vast amount of data, this process must be supported by technically advanced AI/ML-powered technology to analyse multilingual and publicly Read more →
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FREE DOWNLOAD – Aspects of Cognitive Warfare
Click to download for free! 2024_TDHJ-Hybrid CoE- Cognitive Warfare 2024 The geopolitical confrontation between democratic and authoritarian states is intensifying. New technologies are currently playing multiple roles in this conflict. As a key factor in states’ economic resources, technological assets and capabilities have always played an important role in the global balance of power. Their Read more →
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Then We Will Fight In The Shade
Abstract: The recognition of existential threats such as cognitive warfare is crucial to avoid defeat. Western societies must address such threats by leveraging their militaries’ adaptability. Relying solely on the military poses risks, however, necessitating a comprehensive approach to national security. Coordination among all the instruments of power under democratic control is essential for effective Read more →
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National Cyberspace And Cyber Operations
Abstract: Historically, warfare has occurred in various operating environments, traditionally referred to as domains: land; sea; air; and outer space. In recent times information and cyberspace have emerged as additional domains. National cyberspace can be categorized in six dimensions: military; political; economic; societal; technological; and citizen. Offensive cyber operations are increasing in diversity, sophistication and Read more →
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Legislation As An Instrument Of Cognitive Warfare
Abstract: Although subduing the opponent’s will has been the pinnacle of warfare since Sun Tzu, the existing notion of cognitive warfare has gained traction with the possibility of influencing the opponent directly via cyberspace and social media. Influence operations via cyberspace entail swaying public opinion, manipulative psychological warfare, and lawfare. The use of law as Read more →
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How To Dismantle A Mental (Atomic) Bomb?
Abstract: Foresight refers to the ability to make assumptions about probable future events based on the analysis of a situation. In a game of chess, for example, the player simulates his opponent’s next moves in his head and looks for the appropriate answers. This way of thinking has also gained importance in the military context. Read more →
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Analysing And Mining Russian YouTube Comments On The War In Ukraine
Abstract: Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine began in February 2022, YouTube has remained a primary platform for ordinary Russians to access uncensored information, in contrast to global news media banned by the Russian government. Analysing massive comments posted on YouTube is an imperative step to figuring out what Russian people are thinking about this Read more →
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