Connection is as essential to our psychological survival as glucose is to our physical body. Social diabetes is the overconsumption of social connectedness through digital platforms, leading to emotional dysregulation and an ever-widening social divide.

Signal is an encryption service limited to the sender and receivers. Messages can disappear after a set period of time. Signal is not suitable for highly secure transmissions due to risks with communicating via mobile devices.

Australia is Indonesia’s second-most important defence partner. Building a strong partnership requires trust—addressing historical concerns including Timor Leste and perceived Australian support for separatists important. Maritime security and defence industry collaboration a shared priority.

Australians' diets are expected to contain almost 10% less fruit and around 18% more junk food within five years, falling well short of healthy eating targets. Furthermore, Australians are already falling short of these targets.

US Space Command is also considering splitting the mission of its existing Geosynchronous Space Situational Awareness Program to enable unclassified functions for commercial companies or foreign militaries, in order to lower costs and achieve faster timelines.

Anduril has showcased a model of its Fury drone at this year’s Avalon Air Show. Anduril suggested the company would even consider manufacturing Fury in Australia, should the drone be purchased here.

AI supremacy is crucial for national security. US company Nvidia's GPUs are central to AI development.Striking a balance between technological advancement and safeguarding national interests is vital but, export controls may spur Chinese technological development.

Russia's relationship with North Korea may transform after the war in Ukraine, becoming more selective in areas of cooperation. Post-war, Russia will prioritize restoring economic ties with the West, keeping Pyongyang as a backup option.

Italy is a major European power and recognizes the importance of security in the Indo-Pacific; but it needs to play its part in a way that makes use of its specific military expertise and capabilities.

Australia’s defence partnerships rely on trust—language and cultural fluency are essential. Shifting the focus to regional languages like Tok Pisin and Bahasa would improve engagement and operational effectiveness.