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Marcel Plichta

PhD Candidate in the School of International Relations at the University of St Andrews. His research focuses are the use of force by minor powers, the use of drones by minor powers and nonstate actors, and African security issues. His doctoral thesis tests hypotheses and interrogates assumptions surrounding the drivers for military interventions by minor powers.

Marcel works with Dr. Mateja Peter as a Researcher for PeaceRep’s Global Fragmentation project, with a focus on studying external influence in the Horn of Africa.

Marcel holds a MSc in Global Security from the University of Glasgow, where he graduated with distinction.

Former Intelligence Analyst for the U.S. Department of Defense. All opinions my own.

드론 공격이 우크라이나 전쟁의 규칙과 비용을 어떻게 바꾸고 있는가

Sep 05, 2024 02:03 am UTC| Insights & Views

우크라이나가 새롭게 공개한 장거리 무기는 드론과 미사일 기술이 결합된 형태로, 키이우는 이를 통해 러시아군의 공격에 대처하는 능력을 크게 강화할 것으로 기대하고 있다. 우크라이나 홍보 자료에 따르면 이 로켓 드론은...

How drone attacks are changing the rules and the costs of the Ukraine war

Aug 30, 2024 09:50 am UTC| Insights & Views Technology

Ukraine has unveiled a new long-range weapon, a mix of drone and missile technology that Kyiv believes will significantly boost its ability to combat Russian military attacks. Ukrainian promotional material suggested...

Economy

Bank of Canada Governor Hints at Accelerated Rate Cuts Amid Economic Slowdown Concerns

Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem suggested that interest rate cuts could accelerate due to concerns over the economy and labor market. After maintaining high rates for a year, the bank has reduced rates by 75 basis...

China Faces Economic Slowdown as Experts Call for Urgent Stimulus to Meet Growth Target

Chinas economy showed significant signs of slowing in August, with factory output, consumption, and investment all falling short of expectations. Experts warn that without an aggressive stimulus, the governments 2024...

China’s Industrial Output Growth Hits Five-Month Low, Raising Concerns Over 5% GDP Target

Chinas industrial production expanded at 4.5% in August, marking its slowest growth in five months. The data, released by the National Bureau of Statistics, has placed the countrys annual economic growth target of around...

Japan Leadership Candidates Back Wage Growth, Differ on Strategies for Household Support

As Japans leadership candidates vie for the prime minister position, all contenders agree on continuing wage growth but differ on how to best support households amid rising prices. Some advocate for cash handouts, while...

보잉 노동자 파업 예고, 노조 노동 계약 거부로 주가 하락

보잉(Boeing) 공장 직원 3만 명 이상이 임금 인상을 요구하며 파업에 돌입할 예정이다. 미국 태평양 북서부 지역의 보잉 노동자들이 파업을 찬성하며 항공산업 대기업에 또 다른 도전 과제가 생겼다. 보잉 주가는 금요일 미국 프리마켓...

Politics

Donald Trump vs. Kamala Harris: Which Candidate Is More Likely To Support World War 3?

As the 2024 U.S. presidential election draws nearer, speculation is growing about the foreign policy approaches of Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, particularly regarding their potential to lead the nation into a global...

Clear Winner? Donald Trump Narrows Gap with Kamala Harris as Voters Trust Him on Economic Issues

Donald Trump is rapidly closing the gap with Vice President Kamala Harris, especially on critical issues like the economy. While national polls show Harris maintaining a slim lead, Trumps advantage on economic concerns is...

'New Nostradamus' Foresees Donald Trump Victory in 2024 Despite Legal Battles: 'He Will Emerge As Victor'

As the 2024 U.S. presidential election approaches, predictions from various quarters are coming to the forefrontincluding those from psychics. One notable figure in the psychic community, Craig Hamilton-Parker, known as...

'Loser' Donald Trump Faces Backlash for Pushing Conspiracy Theories About Kamala Harris 'Cheating' in Debate: 'The Public Was Not Fooled'

Donald Trump is under fire again, this time for promoting unsubstantiated conspiracy theories about Vice President Kamala Harris following a recent debate. The former president, speaking at a rally on September 13 in Las...

'Mental Decline' Donald Trump Mocked for Misgendering Nicky Jam at Las Vegas Rally, Social Media Reacts to ‘Hot’ Comment

Former President Donald Trump found himself at the center of yet another controversy following a slip-up during his recent campaign rally in Las Vegas. The 77-year-old politician mistakenly misgendered Latin music star...

Science

SpaceX's Polaris Dawn Crew Returns After Groundbreaking Mission, Advancing Elon Musk's Mars Ambitions

The Polaris Dawn crew returned safely to Earth after a groundbreaking five-day mission, advancing SpaceXs long-term goal of Mars colonization. Led by billionaire Jared Isaacman, the mission featured the first commercial...

SpaceX's Polaris Dawn Mission Achieves Historic Milestones Despite Lack of White House Recognition

SpaceXs Polaris Dawn mission has captivated global audiences with its historic milestones, including the first commercial spacewalk and record-breaking achievements. However, despite its groundbreaking success, the mission...

화산으로 전기 생산 가능할까?

활화산에서 뿜어져 나오는 붉은 용암을 전기로 전환하는 것은 위험하고 신뢰성이 떨어진다. 화산은 예측 가능한 일정으로 분출하지 않으며, 용암은 너무 빨리 식는다. 그러나 미국을 포함한 여러 국가는 화산열을 활용해 전기를 생산하는...

스페이스X, FAA 지연 속 스타십 시험 비행 11월 목표 발표

스페이스X는 미 연방항공청(FAA)의 승인 절차 지연으로 인해 5번째 스타십 시험 비행 목표를 11월로 재설정했다. 이 항공우주 기업은 환경 평가와 규제 문제를 주요 요인으로 꼽으며, 이번 야심 찬 임무가 지연된 이유를...

SpaceX Reveals November Target for Delayed Starship Test Flight Amid FAA Hold-ups

SpaceX has set a new November target for the fifth Starship test flight after significant delays caused by the FAAs licensing process. The aerospace company addressed these delays, citing environmental reviews and...

Technology

Shiba Inu Whales Spark 74% Outflow Surge, Shift 1.62 Trillion SHIB Overnight

In a dramatic overnight shift, Shiba Inu whales transferred 1.62 trillion SHIB, causing whale outflows to surge by 74% and netflow to drop by 200 billion tokens. The increase in token removal casts uncertainty on SHIBs...

XRP Whale Transfers 20 Million Coins From South Korean Exchange, Stirs Bullish Speculation

A whale moved 20 million XRP, valued at $11.7 million, from South Koreas top crypto exchange to a private wallet, sparking market discussions on potential price trends. XRP Whale Makes 20 Million Token...

Crypto and Commodities Set for Major Surge as Global Liquidity Expands, Analysts Predict

Cryptocurrency and commodities markets are poised for a substantial rally, according to prominent analysts. Experts cite undervalued assets and a forthcoming increase in global liquidity as key drivers that could trigger...

Accidental Leak? Apple’s Store App Suggests MacBook Pro with Face ID Might Be on the Way

Apples Store app sparked speculation by displaying a Face ID icon on a MacBook Pro, leading to theories of an accidental leak. While Apple has previously tested Face ID for MacBooks, its unknown if this indicates a...

Cybertruck Cuts $65 Daily in Fuel Towing Trailer; Contractor Projects $17K Annual Savings

By switching to a Tesla Cybertruck to tow his construction trailer, a Missouri contractor is saving $65 per day on fuel. His projected savings for the year could exceed $17,000, boosting his business...