The World of Intelligence

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Janes delivers validated open-source defence intelligence across four core capability areas threat, equipment, defence industry and country that are aligned with workflows across the defence industry, national security and government.

  1. 3D AGO

    OSINT and the changing character of warfare

    Dr. Philip Ritcheson, Vice President for Strategy and Growth, National Security Sector, Leidos returns to Janes podcast to join Harry Kemsley and Sean Corbett to unpack the complexities of modern deterrence, the acceleration of technological change impacting warfare, and the critical role of open-source intelligence. They take a deep dive into how these elements are reshaping global security dynamics and explore the implications for intelligence and defence strategies. For comments and suggestions for future podcasts email: podcastsworldofintellgence@janes.com. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the author alone.

    44 min

  2. AUG 12

    US-Mexico border security

    Security challenges at the US-Mexico border are an ongoing threat not only locally but also internationally. In this podcast, Janes analysts Matt Henman and Estefania Dominguez join Sean Corbett and Kate Cox to unravel the intricacies of organised crime's impact on both local economies and international relations, and the advanced use of technology by criminal groups. They discuss how open-source intelligence is leveraged to predict and understand these nontraditional threats, further emphasising the importance of verification in an era of misinformation.

    38 min

  3. JUL 22

    Assessing NATO's funding commitment

    Uncover the truth behind NATO’s recent defence spending plans and the strategic implications of the organisation’s ambitious 5% GDP target. Janes experts Andrew MacDonald and Guy Anderson join hosts Harry Kemsley and Sean Corbett to discover how open-source intelligence uncovers the reality behind political declarations and spending plans. Can countries meet these targets, and what does this mean for the future of defence and deterrence?

    46 min

  4. JUL 15

    Unpacking the Myanmar crisis

    Myanmar is an often overlooked conflict. In this revealing episode of Janes World of Intelligence hosts Sean Corbett and Kate Cox are joined by guest Tony Davis, a senior Asian security analyst and Janes contributor, to provide expert analysis of the geopolitical and humanitarian crises unfolding in Myanmar. They explore the roles of China and other regional powers, the burgeoning issue of transnational organised crime, and the future of this tumultuous region.

    47 min

  5. JUL 1

    AI for automated OSINT reconnaissance - part two

    In part two of this podcast, Jim Clover OBE, Varadius Ltd, continues to uncover the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) in the intelligence community with Harry Kemsley and Sean Corbett. They discuss the fine line between the innovative applications of AI and the critical importance of human oversight in intelligence analysis. Explore how AI is reshaping intelligence gathering, the risks of over reliance on technology, and the vital role of ‘prompt engineering’ for accurate and ethical outcomes.

    20 min

  6. JUN 24

    AI for automated OSINT reconnaissance - part one

    While Artificial Intelligence AI is not a new phenomenon, its use in the gathering of intelligence and the amount of AI tools available are growing at pace. In part one of this podcast Harry Kemsley and Sean Corbett are joined by Jim Clover OBE, Varadius Ltd, to take a deeper look into the practical uses and implications of AI for the defence intelligence community. They explore its real-world effectiveness in gathering and analysing intelligence and also why human oversight is still critical to ensure the intelligence it is producing is both ethical and valuable.

    30 min

  7. JUN 10

    Yemen's role in global security

    Janes analysts James Trigg and Aparna Iyer join Sean Corbett and Kate Cox to discuss the strategic depths of Yemen’s role in global security. They unpack the complex military, political, and regional dynamics shaping this pivotal Middle Eastern country and how Yemen’s conflict influences international shipping lanes, serves as a battleground for proxy wars, and impacts the delicate balance of power in the region. James and Aparna also discuss the challenges and techniques they use to monitor such a fluid situation.

    32 min

  8. MAY 27

    World of Intelligence Journey

    Five years after their first episode of the World of Intelligence podcast, Kate Cox, director of Janes RD&A Strategic Programmes, turns the table on Harry Kemsley and Sean Corbett to uncover the origins of the podcast and how it has evolved alongside the prominence of OSINT for intelligence analysis, and to offer a glimpse into the future of intelligence.

    30 min
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Janes delivers validated open-source defence intelligence across four core capability areas threat, equipment, defence industry and country that are aligned with workflows across the defence industry, national security and government.

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  • Creator
    Janes
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    131
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    Copyright © Jane's Group UK Limited. All Rights Reserved.
  • Show Website
    The World of Intelligence

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