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The French Defense Model Won't Work for Europe
In today’s increasingly multipolar world, power doesn’t just belong to superpowers anymore. It belongs to the states that understand leverage—how to move money, influence, and security through places where sovereignty is weak and attention is scarce. As the United States, China, Europe, and Russia focus on managing their own global rivalries, a different tier of actors has stepped into the gaps.
By Lawrence Lease2 months ago in FYI
The Gift That Came Wrapped in Flesh
Christmas is one of the busiest and most exciting times of the year when people rush to and fro preparing for the festive holiday. They buy gifts for family and friends. Some people spend more than they can afford just to get the right presents for those on their list.
By Margaret Minnicks2 months ago in FYI
Diving Deep into the Crisis in Venezuela
“We’ve just seized a tanker on the coast of Venezuela. Large tanker. Very large. Largest one ever seized, actually.” That was Donald Trump, speaking on December 10, announcing the latest escalation in Washington’s long-running feud with Venezuela. It was vintage Trump—off-the-cuff, boastful, and ominous. But behind the theatrics was something far more serious: a renewed standoff between the United States and a country that has spent more than a decade unraveling in slow motion.
By Lawrence Lease2 months ago in FYI
Uganda’s Elections are a Critical Flashpoint. Here’s What to Know
On January 15, 2026, Uganda will hold a nationwide general election. The contest will once again pit the country’s long-serving strongman, Yoweri Museveni, against prominent opposition figure Bobi Wine, reprising their 2021 showdown. After decades of uninterrupted rule and multiple re-elections, Uganda’s opposition believes—perhaps more out of necessity than optimism—that this could finally be the year Museveni is forced from power.
By Lawrence Lease2 months ago in FYI
Point Cloud vs. BIM: What Is the Difference?. AI-Generated.
A Point Cloud is a comprehensive collection of millions of individual 3D data points captured via laser scanning, representing the exact physical geometry and surface of a structure. In contrast, Building Information Modeling (BIM) is an intelligent, data-rich process that uses parametric objects to create digital representations of building components. The relationship between these two is foundational: Point Clouds provide the precise as-built data that serves as the raw material for creating high-fidelity BIM models, bridging the gap between the physical site and the digital design environment.
By ViBIM - BIM Modeling Service2 months ago in FYI
How Surveying Companies Can Profit from Point Cloud to BIM. AI-Generated.
The surveying industry is undergoing a significant transformation, shifting from traditional 2D drawings to intelligent 3D models. As the demand for digital twins and reality capture grows, the integration of point cloud to BIM for surveying companies has become a critical service offering. This process involves converting high-precision laser scan data into information-rich Building Information Models (BIM), enabling surveyors to deliver greater value to clients in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) sectors.
By ViBIM - Scan to BIM service provider2 months ago in FYI
"The Twelve Days of Christmas" Items and Their Cost for 2025
Using various sources such as PNC Wealth Management’s “Cost of Christmas” report, market averages, and expert valuations, here’s an estimate of the cost of the gifts given from December 25 until January 5, 2025.
By Margaret Minnicks2 months ago in FYI
Why Digital Reputation Has Become the Backbone of Modern Technology
Technology no longer advances in isolation. Every new system, platform, or innovation now exists in a crowded digital ecosystem where perception travels faster than performance. In this environment, reputation is no longer a marketing accessory it is infrastructure. Without it, even the most advanced technology struggles to survive.
By Muddasar Rasheed2 months ago in FYI
