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Can a Cyber Attack Control a Ship?

The digital age has introduced unprecedented conveniences, but it has also brought sophisticated challenges affecting every industry, including maritime operations. In this edition of Metis Insights,..
July 30, 2024

Cyber takeovers at sea and the rising tide of AI in maritime security

When a cargo vessel crashed into a Baltimore bridge, it cost lives, blocked a port, and cut off millions in cargo from the supply chain. It also sounded the alarm: what if cyber hijackings at sea..
July 29, 2024

Maritime and economic security are intimately linked

China's recent imposition of a unilateral four-month fishing ban in the South China Sea, encompassing the West Philippine Sea (WPS), has provoked condemnation from the Philippines.
June 25, 2024

Watch now: Digital Hijacking at Sea: Unveiling a Cyber Attack Scenario in the Red Sea

The digital age has brought unparalleled conveniences, but with it, sophisticated challenges that stretch across every industry, including maritime operations. Our recent webinar, "Digital Hijacking..
April 09, 2024

Could the 'Middle Corridor' offer a secure trade route that bypasses the Red Sea?

Amidst escalating tensions in the Middle East and disruptions in global trade routes due to the war between Russia and Ukraine, the 5th Balkans and Black Sea Forum explored alternatives for a secure..
March 15, 2024

Digital Hijacking at Sea: Unveiling a Cyber Attack Scenario in the Red Sea

In an era dominated by digital advancements, the maritime sector stands at a critical juncture. With the ever-increasing reliance on technology, the threat of cyber attacks has escalated, posing..
March 11, 2024

The Iran-Israel war by proxy - opinion

In the midst of the familiar tumult in the Middle East, the current chaos has peaked, revealing distinct patterns and involved parties.
February 13, 2024

Re-Imagining Africa’s Agency in Global Maritime Security

To address rising maritime security challenges along the African coastline, including the capture of the fishing vessel Almeraj 1 off the coast of Somalia, the Indian Ocean Commission (IOC) and..
December 22, 2023

AI and Maritime Cybersecurity: A New Horizon for Vessel Protection

In an era where cybersecurity threats in the maritime sector are escalating, it’s crucial for Chief Security Officers (CSOs) and maritime professionals to stay ahead of the curve. Dryad Global’s..
December 19, 2023

Pole Star Global: Combatting a new era of maritime sanctions evasion

Deceptive shipping practices (DSPs), notably AIS spoofing and dark fleet activity, have surged in recent years. This presents a formidable challenge for sanctions compliance. Pole Star Global and..
December 11, 2023