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In a bold move to counter growing military pressure from China, Taiwan is rapidly expanding its uncrewed surface vessel (USV) program—drawing lessons from Ukraine’s use of sea drones in the Black Sea. The goal is clear: make any invasion attempt too costly for Beijing to consider. Why Sea Drones? As the Chinese People’s Liberation Army…
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A New Era of Cyber Conflict In June 2025, a new wave of cyber escalation erupted between Iran and Israel, igniting global concern across digital infrastructures. According to Axios, attacks linked to Iranian threat actors surged by 700% against Israeli digital systems following the June 12 Israeli military operation. The primary goal was not traditional…
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Date: June 20, 2025 | Author: MarePress Maritime News Desk On June 17, 2025, a collision between two oil supertankers near the Strait of Hormuz reignited concerns over maritime safety, environmental risks, and the shadowy operations of under-regulated vessels. The incident involved the ADALYNN, reportedly part of a Russian “shadow fleet,” and the Front Eagle,…
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On May 20, 2025, the United Nations Security Council convened its 9919th meeting under the theme:“Strengthening Maritime Security through International Cooperation for Global Stability.”This session marked a pivotal moment where maritime security was no longer seen as a niche naval issue but a core pillar of global stability and international law. 🌐 Why Maritime Security…
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By MarePress | Maritime Security Insights | May 2025 In a landmark demonstration of technology-driven maritime governance, the Solomon Islands’ Operation Tuimoana 2025 has set a new benchmark for effective regional maritime surveillance. Conducted from May 8 to 18, this joint initiative led by the Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) exemplified how Artificial Intelligence…
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By Mare | Maritime Security Insights 📌 Overview As the maritime world enters the second quarter of 2025, piracy is once again commanding global attention. According to ShipUniverse’s latest report, piracy incidents have surged by over 50% in Q1 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. From the Gulf of Guinea to the Malacca…
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By Mare | Maritime Security Insights 📌 Overview As the maritime sector becomes increasingly digital, cybercriminals are now leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to execute targeted attacks. In a recent alert, Marlink, a leading maritime communications provider, warns that the use of AI-powered tools—such as ChatGPT-style language models and deepfake generators—is rapidly transforming the nature of…
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By Mare | Maritime Security Insights 📌 Overview At the Canadian Navy Exhibition (CNE) 2025, Ultra Maritime unveiled its latest suite of AI-powered defense technologies focused on underwater surveillance and operational autonomy. These advancements reflect a growing shift toward intelligence-led maritime defense, and raise important questions for navies and maritime law enforcement agencies worldwide—including the…
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By MarePress Editorial Team Keywords: Royal Navy, Russian submarines, underwater warfare, Indo-Pacific security, naval defense, submarine detection, maritime strategy, MarePress Amid rising tensions beneath the surface of European and global waters, the Royal Navy has intensified its anti-submarine warfare (ASW) efforts by deploying a suite of new underwater weapons and surveillance systems to track Russian…
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Published: May 2025 | MarePress Overview In a significant leap for autonomous maritime defense, Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has inked a deal to supply its advanced BlueWhale autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) to the Hellenic Navy. This marks a strategic inflection point in the Eastern Mediterranean, where undersea competition is as fierce as what’s above the…
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Published : May 6, 2025 / By MarePress Editorial Team In an era where maritime threats are becoming more complex and multi-dimensional, two tech giants—Saildrone and Palantir Technologies—have joined forces to redefine what’s possible in AI-powered maritime security. Saildrone, known for operating the world’s largest fleet of autonomous uncrewed surface vehicles (USVs), has announced a…
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Published : May 3, 2025 | MarePress Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the nature of naval operations across the Indo-Pacific. According to a recent article by Jihoon Yu on RealClearDefense (April 24, 2025), the region’s maritime forces are leveraging AI-driven systems to enhance situational awareness, automate threat detection, and improve real-time decision-making. As maritime…
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In a significant step toward restoring U.S. maritime strength, the U.S. Congress has reintroduced the SHIPS for America Act 2.0 in 2025. This renewed legislation aims to reverse decades of industrial decline and respond to China’s growing dominance in shipbuilding and global shipping logistics. At the heart of the Act is a set of aggressive…
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By Mare | April 28, 2025 What happened at Sandy Cay this week is not merely a symbolic standoff—it’s a window into the new geography of deterrence in the Indo-Pacific. A sandbar in the middle of the sea has once again revealed the limits of diplomacy and the primacy of maritime presence. For the Philippines,…
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Discover how Official Development Assistance (ODA) programs led by Coast Guards are strengthening maritime security around the world. Learn about strategic goals, priority regions, and future prospects. Introduction to Maritime Security and ODA Maritime security is essential for safeguarding global trade, protecting marine resources, and ensuring the safety of coastal communities.Today, Coast Guard agencies play…
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Posted by Mare | Maritime Strategy & Southeast Asia Security Diplomatic Push for Stability Despite Disputed Waters In a move signaling strategic recalibration in the Indo-Pacific, China and Indonesia have agreed to expand cooperation in maritime security, cybersecurity, and anti-terrorism efforts. The announcement followed a 2+2 meeting between the foreign and defense ministers of both…
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Posted by Mare | Indo-Pacific Security & Naval Tech Analysis A New Era of Naval Warfare Begins in the Pacific The United States Marine Corps (USMC) has begun deploying its newly developed “drone–killer ships” to a strategic Pacific ally, as part of its broader Force Design 2030 initiative. These vessels — likely Medium Unmanned Surface…
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Posted by Mare | AI & Creative Law Insight AI Can’t Win an Oscar — But Films That Use It Can In a landmark move, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced that films incorporating generative AI in their production will still be eligible for Oscars — as long as human creativity remains…
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Published: April 18, 2025 | Source: The Guardian Overview In a bold move to reduce reliance on Chinese-built ships and revive domestic maritime industries, the United States has unveiled a new fee structure targeting vessels linked to Beijing. The policy is designed to challenge China’s dominance in global shipbuilding and incentivize investment in U.S. shipyards.…
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Posted by Mare | Maritime Policy & Trade Mare’s View “Navigating the complexities of global trade requires policies that safeguard national interests without hindering economic vitality. The U.S. adjustment to its port fee policy reflects a step toward that balance.”
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