Global Scans · Weaponization of Everything · Weekly Summary

• [New] By 2025, autonomous drones, hypersonic missiles, artificial intelligence - driven systems, and cyber warfare capabilities will redefine global security dynamics. Global Mirror Daily
• [New] Pakistan will likely encourage discussions on non-traditional threats to peace and security - such as cyber warfare, climate change, and food insecurity - that require new international cooperation frameworks. Modern Diplomacy
• [New] The success of Ukraine's drone deployment strategy could inspire similar tactics in other conflicts, leading to a new era of drone warfare characterized by stealth, surprise, and adaptability. Breaking News Now
• [New] From geopolitical cyber warfare between India and Pakistan to massive retail breaches affecting millions of customers across the UK, the cyber threat landscape has evolved dramatically, with attackers leveraging AI, social engineering, and advanced persistent threat techniques to devastating effect. Breached Company
• [New] Without international cooperation and ethical oversight, AI advancements could lead to heightened global tensions, cyber warfare, and security risks. The Friday Times
• Threat actors with ties to Iran engaged in cyber warfare as part of efforts to facilitate and enhance physical, real-world attacks, a trend that Amazon has called cyber-enabled kinetic targeting. The Hacker News
• Failures to address bias in military AI could amount to violations of IHL, notably obligations to take constant care in military operations to spare civilians. Humanitarian Law & Policy Blog
• Military AI spending rose from $13.57 B in 2023 to $15.30 B in 2024, with projections to reach $35 B by 2035, and major programs now center on autonomy, ISR fusion, and swarming-signaling a doctrine-level shift rather than a mere procurement cycle. Educational Technology and Change Journal
• Now is the time for the United States to defend against the growing threat that the democratization of drone warfare poses to its southern border. Atlantic Council
• A major cyberattack on European energy grids demonstrated the growing threat of cyber warfare, disrupting power supplies across Germany, France, and Poland. OpenTools
• By 2025, we can expect more sophisticated phishing attacks, advanced persistent threats, and state-sponsored cyber warfare to be more prevalent. Trending News
• With the rise of drone warfare in global security evolution, Australia is quietly building up an understated but increasingly capable domestic industry with surprising autonomy from traditionally expected US origins in research and production. The Diplomat
• The consequences of a changing world order, AI-driven threats, cyber warfare, increasing critical infrastructure risks, and the importance of the human factor are reshaping Australia's security landscape. Australian Security Magazine
• Military budgets could rise further, driven by global security challenges and advancements in technology, such as cyber warfare capabilities and artificial intelligence. SleepBloom
• How lasers could redefine drone warfare - spelling the end of the drone era. The US Sun
• As the global landscape shifts, the rise of drone warfare will undoubtedly shape the future of conflicts, compelling nations to adapt and innovate in their military strategies. Breaking News Now

Last updated: 13 December 2025