When the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) announced Project Blue Sky, the program was pitched as a leap in public safety. With 75 drones launched from 13 “Skyports” across the valley, operated by a centralized team, police said response times would shrink and situational awareness would grow. But beneath the promise lies a deeper… Continue reading Sin City’s All Seeing Eyes’
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Arts District Meets Midtown Surveillance
The Las Vegas Arts District—a longtime haven for local artists, community organizers, and cultural expression—is at the center of a new wave of gentrification, this time layered with a futuristic twist: smart city surveillance technologies. As new developments reshape the neighborhood’s landscape, local residents are raising concerns about the quiet integration of robotic surveillance, autonomous… Continue reading Arts District Meets Midtown Surveillance
Psychological Operations Profit From Negligence
As early as 2010, military and intelligence analysts recognized the immense power and potential dangers of social media and digital platforms. A report by LTC Prentiss O. Baker titled Psychological Operations Within the Cyberspace Domain highlighted the dual-use nature of these platforms. While cyberspace promised unparalleled connectivity and information sharing, it also presented opportunities for… Continue reading Psychological Operations Profit From Negligence
No More Droughts In Las Vegas
Geoengineering, the deliberate modification of Earth’s systems, has transitioned from the realm of speculative fiction to a practical tool for addressing environmental challenges. Among its most prominent techniques is cloud seeding—the process of enhancing precipitation through chemical dispersal into the atmosphere. In water-scarce regions like Las Vegas, Nevada, cloud seeding has emerged as a vital… Continue reading No More Droughts In Las Vegas
We Need Stem
In an era dominated by technological breakthroughs, the integration of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) in classrooms has evolved from a pedagogical choice to an essential component of educational reform. This shift is not just about adapting to change; it’s about equipping students with the tools needed to thrive in a world driven by… Continue reading We Need Stem
