In this insightful article published by the Atlantic Council's Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security, IWI Executive Director Guido Torres and co-author Austin Gray explore the revolutionary impact of Blue Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) on maritime security. "Sailing Through the Spyglass" delves into how advancements in ubiquitous sensor networks and artificial intelligence are transforming naval operations by enhancing maritime domain awareness and strategic decision-making. This article discusses the challenges and opportunities presented by this technology-driven evolution in naval warfare, emphasizing the critical role of Blue OSINT in the context of strategic competition. Torres and Gray provide a detailed analysis of how distributed sensors, deception tactics, and Blue OSINT, through the integration of data from commercial satellites, social media, and other publicly available sources, is shaping the future of maritime security and strategy.
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