challenges of 21stcentury intelligence gathering from "summary" of The World Was Going Our Way by Christopher Andrew
The changing nature of warfare in the 21st century poses significant challenges to intelligence gathering. Traditional methods of collecting information, such as human intelligence and signal intercepts, are still essential, but new technologies have created a vast and complex information landscape that must be navigated. The rise of cyber warfare, for example, has made it easier for hostile actors to conceal their activities and intentions. In addition, the proliferation of social media and other online platforms has made it harder to separate truth from fiction. Disinformation campaigns can spread quickly and easily, making it difficult for intelligence agencies to discern what is reliable and what is not. The sheer volume of information available also presents a challenge, as analysts must sift through a massive amount of data to find the nuggets of intelligence that are truly valuable. Another challenge facing intelligence agencies in the 21st cen...
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