Send us a textEurope Dismantles Belarus Spy Network | Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up🌍 Welcome back to the Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up! This week, Neil Bisson—Director of the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network and retired CSIS Intelligence Officer—dives into espionage crackdowns, cyber aggression, and domestic extremism.🚨 Startup Espionage Warning: Why are Canada and the U.S. sounding the alarm on international pitch competitions? Could a chance to showcase innovation actually expose startups to hostile state actors?💻 Salt Typhoon Cyber Threat: How did China’s Salt Typhoon expand its reach to Canada? And what does this mean for the security of our telecom infrastructure and critical systems?🕵️ Belarusian Spy Network Dismantled: What tactics did Belarus use to build a spy network across Europe—and how did agencies coordinate to bring it down?⚔️ Belarus vs. Poland Escalation: Why did Belarus arrest a Polish monk on espionage charges, and what does this signal about rising tensions on NATO’s eastern flank?🇨🇦 Neo-Nazi Propaganda Sentencing: What precedent did Canada just set with the 10-year sentence of an Ottawa man tied to Atomwaffen Division propaganda?Neil unpacks these questions with the insights, analysis, and intelligence that governments and corporations use to stay ahead of evolving threats.⏱️ Chapters0:00 – Introduction1:30 – Startup Espionage: Canada–U.S. Joint Advisory6:40 – Pitch Competitions: A Front for Espionage11:10 – Salt Typhoon Expands into Canada15:20 – Europe Dismantles Belarus Spy Network18:55 – Belarus Escalates Tensions with Poland21:00 – Ottawa Neo-Nazi Sentenced for Extremist Propaganda23:10 – Outro🎟️ Upcoming Event: Don’t miss the Pillar Society Speaker’s Series featuring Lauren C. Anderson, former FBI Executive, on October 14 at the Shenkman Centre in Orleans, Ontario.👉 http://shenkmanarts.ca/en/pillar-society-speakers-series📌 Full transcript and source links in the show notes.🎙️ Don’t forget to subscribe, share the podcast, and leave a review—it really helps grow our community of listeners.Support the show
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China's Salt Typhoon Engulfs the World
Send us a text🌍 This week on Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up, Neil Bisson, Director of the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network and retired CSIS Intelligence Officer, breaks down one of the most alarming cyber operations in recent years: China’s Salt Typhoon.This sprawling breach has compromised telecom networks in more than 80 countries, raising urgent questions about espionage, infrastructure sabotage, and the future of global security. Alongside Salt Typhoon, we examine new FBI concerns, terrorism-related charges in the U.K., inter-agency friction in Washington, America’s evolving approach to criminal gangs, and troubling questions closer to home in Canada.🎙️ With over 25 years of intelligence and law enforcement experience, Neil provides top-secret level insight and analysis into these pressing national security threats.👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode to support the show. Every week, we deliver intelligence analysis you won’t find anywhere else. To help sustain the work and expertise behind each episode, consider supporting the podcast on Buzzsprout.This Week’s Stories & Questions:🔎 FBI worries Trump’s surge exposes unmarked carsShould the FBI push back harder when political decisions risk exposing covert operations?📂 FBI searches John Bolton’s home in classified probeWhat does the Bolton investigation reveal about how former officials handle classified material?🌐 China’s Salt Typhoon cyberattack spreads across 80+ countriesIs Salt Typhoon proof that we’re already in the middle of a global cyber war?🛡️ Salt Typhoon declared a national defense crisisShould allies treat cyber espionage as a national defense crisis rather than a policing issue?🇬🇧 Six charged in the U.K. for support of Palestine ActionWhere should democracies draw the line between lawful protest and terrorism charges?🕵️ Tulsi Gabbard outs undercover CIA officerWhat are the long-term risks when intelligence leaders expose covert officers, even unintentionally?💀 U.S. designates Ecuadorian gangs as terrorist organizationsDoes labeling gangs as terrorist organizations improve security—or create more instability?🍁 Canada’s Public Safety Minister under new scrutinyShould Canada’s Public Safety Minister provide greater transparency when his name surfaces in past terrorism-related investigations?Chapters:00:00 – Intro01:00 – FBI worries Trump’s surge exposes unmarked cars04:00 – FBI searches John Bolton’s home in classified probe07:00 – China’s Salt Typhoon cyberattack spreads across 80+ countries11:00 – Salt Typhoon declared a national defense crisis14:00 – Six charged in the U.K. for support of Palestine Action16:00 – Tulsi Gabbard outs undercover CIA officer18:00 – U.S. designates Ecuadorian gangs as terrorist organizations20:00 – Canada’s Public Safety Minister under new scrutiny21:00 – OutroSupport the show
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US Foreign Influence OPS in Greenland
Send us a text🔎 Welcome back to the Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up — the podcast where intelligence meets real-world events, hosted by Neil Bisson, retired CSIS intelligence officer, former front-line CBSA officer, and Director of the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network. With 25+ years of intelligence and law enforcement experience, Neil cuts through the noise to deliver unbiased, unfiltered analysis.This week’s episode takes a deep dive into U.S. covert foreign influence operations in Greenland — a shocking development that could serve as a warning call for Canada, NATO, and other Western allies. If the U.S. is accused of interfering in the sovereignty of Denmark’s Arctic territory, what does that mean for alliance trust, Canadian sovereignty, and the future of Arctic security?We also cover:✔️ Iran’s covert role in an Australian synagogue attack👉 How is Iran using criminal networks and cut-outs to strike Western targets far from the Middle East?✔️ U.S. foreign influence operations in Greenland👉 What happens when a NATO ally is accused of meddling in another ally’s sovereignty — and what lessons does this hold for Canada?✔️ Greenland deep dive👉 Could the Arctic become the next major geopolitical flashpoint, and how vulnerable is Canada’s North to similar interference?✔️ Trump’s Section 232 tariffs and the weaponization of trade👉 How is “national security” being used as a shield for economic coercion — and what impact could this have on Canada’s economy?✔️ Espionage case in Germany involving China👉 What does this case reveal about insider threats, and how exposed are Canada’s own military contractors and allies?✔️ CSIS poll: Canadians feel less safe than 5 years ago👉 Why does public perception of insecurity matter just as much as real-world crime statistics for national security planning?✔️ CSIS & CBSA morale crisis👉 How do low morale and lack of trust inside Canada’s intelligence and border agencies weaken our national security?🌍 These aren’t just headlines — they’re global intelligence lessons with direct implications for Canada and its allies.📢 If you care about foreign interference, espionage, terrorism, national security, and intelligence operations, this is the podcast for you.👉 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to help grow this independent, listener-supported show. And check the transcript and show notes for links to Neil’s Substack articles for deeper analysis.Chapters⏱️ Total length: 23:500:00 – Intro (1:30)1:30 – Iran’s covert funding of Melbourne synagogue attack5:40 – U.S. foreign influence operations in Greenland: NATO shaken10:40 – Greenland deep dive: What it means for Canada’s sovereignty14:20 – Trump’s Section 232 tariffs and the weaponization of trade16:40 – Espionage case in Germany: insider threat and China’s reach19:10 – CSIS poll: Canadians feel less safe than 5 years ago21:00 – CSIS & CBSA morale crisis: Canada’s intelligence soft underbelly22:40 – Outro (1:10)Support the show
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New Zealand's Security Risks
Send us a textDescription:🌍 Welcome to this week’s Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up — your trusted source for analysis on espionage, sabotage, terrorism, and foreign interference.Neil Bisson, Director of the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network and retired CSIS intelligence officer, brings over 25 years of frontline intelligence and law enforcement experience to break down the week’s biggest national security threats.This episode covers:🇨🇳 New Zealand naming China as its most active security threat — is Beijing using cyber espionage and foreign interference to destabilize democratic nations, and what does this mean for Five Eyes allies?🕵️ New Zealand’s first espionage conviction against a serving soldier — how dangerous are insider threats, and what lessons should Canada’s military take from this?📱 The UK’s climbdown on Apple user data access — should governments have the power to break encryption for national security, or does this undermine global privacy and cybersecurity?🇺🇸 Tulsi Gabbard’s unprecedented revocation of 37 U.S. intelligence security clearances — is this about restoring trust in intelligence, or political retaliation that could weaken national security partnerships?🍁 Canada’s plan for a foreign interference watchdog — will a transparency commissioner and foreign agent registry finally give Canada the tools to fight election meddling and transnational repression?⚠️ A Montreal minor charged with terrorism offences — why are extremist groups able to radicalize Canadian youth online, and what more can intelligence agencies do to stop jihadist recruitment?💣 Russia’s growing sabotage operations across Europe — from cyberattacks to undersea cable mapping, is Moscow preparing for a long-term confrontation with NATO, and could Canada be the next target of hybrid warfare?👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this podcast to support independent open-source intelligence analysis.Chapters:00:00 – Introduction01:23 – New Zealand calls China its most active security threat04:35 – Soldier convicted in New Zealand’s first espionage case08:10 – UK backs down on Apple data access demand11:15 – Tulsi Gabbard revokes 37 security clearances14:50 – Canada to appoint first foreign interference watchdog17:45 – Montreal minor charged with terrorism offences20:25 – Russia escalates sabotage campaign in Europe22:33 – Outro🔥 This week’s episode is packed with the keywords every intelligence and national security professional should be tracking: espionage, cyber sabotage, terrorism, foreign interference, encryption, hybrid warfare, and insider threats.#NationalSecurity #Espionage #CyberSecurity #ForeignInterference #CounterTerrorism #OpenSourceIntelligence #HybridWarfareSupport the show
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Trump Risks National Security for Profit.
Send us a textWelcome to this week’s Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up — your trusted source for intelligence insight, national security analysis, and commentary that goes beyond the headlines.Retired CSIS Intelligence Officer Neil Bisson brings over 25 years of experience to unpack the week’s most pressing global security issues — from Russian sabotage and state-sponsored cyberattacks, to Chinese foreign interference, shifting U.S. national security policy, and the evolving threats facing Canada.This week’s stories:⚓ Baltic Sea Sabotage – Finland charges a Russian-linked tanker crew over damage to undersea cables. What does this reveal about Moscow’s hybrid warfare capabilities — and how vulnerable is NATO infrastructure beneath the waves?💻 Norwegian Dam Hack – Norway’s spy chief publicly blames Russian hackers for taking control of a dam. Why is this incident a game-changer in state-level cyber sabotage?🇦🇺 Chinese Foreign Interference in Australia – A Chinese national faces charges linked to covert surveillance of a banned religious group. How deep do Beijing’s influence networks go, and how are democracies fighting back?🌪 Typhoon Halts Jimmy Lai Trial – Severe weather delays the national security trial of Hong Kong’s most prominent pro-democracy figure. Why is this case seen as a litmus test for press freedom in Hong Kong?🇺🇸 Trump’s Tariff Strategy – The administration uses tariffs as a national security tool. Is this legitimate strategic leverage or dangerous economic brinkmanship?🤖 The Nvidia Deal – A controversial arrangement lets Nvidia sell AI chips to China while the U.S. government profits. Is America trading away national security for short-term gain?🇮🇷 Iranian Threats in Canada – CSIS warns of escalating threats against critics and dissidents, often outsourced to organized crime. How real and immediate is this danger for Canadians?🇱🇧 Lebanon Pushes Back on Interference – The president rejects external meddling and advances a Hezbollah disarmament plan. Could this reshape the balance of power in the region?🛡 House of Commons Cyber Breach – A major breach exposes sensitive internal systems, possibly part of a wave of state-sponsored attacks. Which foreign actors are targeting Canada — and why now?Chapters:00:00 – Intro01:30 – Finland Charges Russian-Linked Tanker Crew with Undersea Cable Sabotage04:15 – Norway Spy Chief Blames Russian Hackers for Dam Sabotage07:05 – Chinese National in Australia Faces Foreign Interference Charges09:40 – Typhoon Delays Hong Kong Trial of Jimmy Lai13:00 – Trump Expands Use of Tariffs for National Security Goals15:15 – Controversial Nvidia AI Chip Deal with China17:50 – CSIS Warns of Escalating Iranian Threats in Canada20:00 – Lebanon’s President Rejects Foreign Interference, Pushes Hezbollah Disarmament21:25 – House of Commons Data Breach and Canada’s Cyber Threat Landscape22:50 – OutroSupport the show
Welcome to the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network Podcast, where real-world intelligence expertise meets insightful analysis. Join your host, Neil Bisson, a former Intelligence Officer with the Canadian Security Intelligence Service, for a weekly deep dive into the world of espionage, national security, foreign interference, terrorism, and all matters spy and intelligence related.With over 25 years of experience in intelligence and law enforcement, both domestically and internationally, Neil Bisson brings a unique perspective to the table. From hunting spies and terrorists to recruiting and managing human sources, he's seen it all.Each episode, Neil Bisson, Director of Global Intelligence Knowledge Network as he provides a comprehensive summary of the most intriguing international intelligence stories, dissecting the hottest media topics with professional analysis and insider knowledge. Whether you're a seasoned intelligence professional or simply fascinated by the world of spies, this podcast is your go-to source for accurate, insightful, and engaging content.Tune in weekly to stay informed, enlightened, and entertained. Don't miss out on the latest from the frontlines of global intelligence. Subscribe now to the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network Podcast on Buzzsprout and never miss an episode. Stay sharp, stay informed, and stay ahead of the curve with the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network Podcast.
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