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Thoughts on Defending the Pistol Spread

MatchQuarters • 196 implied HN points • 11 Sep 23
🎾 Sports Strategies Defense Coaching Tactics
  1. High school football shifted from power football to spread offenses like the Air Raid to accommodate smaller athletes.
  2. Defensive strategies needed to adapt to the spread offenses that maximize space and create lag in defensive scheme reactions.
  3. Modern defenses had to adjust to the changing offensive landscape with concepts like Zone Read and defending against Air Raid schemes.

The 2023 True Sack Rate (TSR): Week 18 Update (Final Rankings)

Trench Warfare • 119 implied HN points • 09 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Analysis Statistics Rankings Players Defense
  1. The 2023 True Sack Rate (TSR) metric differentiates sacks into four categories to evaluate pass-rush production accurately.
  2. The TSR provides valuable insights into how players earn sacks based on skill, technique, and circumstances.
  3. TSR results and rankings for edge rushers are available, including top performers in various efficiency metrics.
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The Lions' Stubbie/Special Cut-up from Week 1

MatchQuarters • 157 implied HN points • 14 Sep 23
🎾 Sports Football Defense Team Strategy Film analysis
  1. The Detroit Lions used a popular Trips coverage called Stubbie to surprise the Chiefs in Week 1.
  2. Stubbie, while having Cover 2 elements, is more related to Quarters than Cover 2 due to the locked CB on #1 WR.
  3. The Lions' decision to switch to Quarters as their base coverage in Week 1 paid off, with the use of Stubbie helping them effectively defend against the Chiefs.

Nyhetsbrev steigan.no 03.01.2025

steigan.no • 6 implied HN points • 03 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Defense Foreign Policy Elections Military Human Rights
  1. Former UK defense chief Sir Nicholas Carter mentioned that Western militaries learned from Israel's military operations, particularly highlighting the ongoing violence in Gaza.
  2. In South Korea, police attempted to arrest President Yoon Suk Yeol, making headlines due to his alleged corruption and failed coup attempts.
  3. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made controversial claims that Bill Gates and WHO have used vaccines to sterilize women in Africa without their consent.

The idea that Trump will undermine NATO conflicts with everything Trump actually did while he was in office

Michael Tracey • 111 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Foreign Policy Defense International relations Presidency Media
  1. The idea that Trump will undermine NATO conflicts with his actual actions while in office, such as expanding NATO and increasing funding for it, showing a more supportive stance towards the alliance.
  2. Focusing on Trump's actual policy record is more factual and rational than getting caught up in his campaign rhetoric or social media posts, helping provide a clearer picture of his presidency.
  3. Despite common assumptions, Trump's support for American hegemony, including through NATO, does not align with the belief that he would dismantle the alliance, as evidenced by his actions and policies.

Cruel Britannia

Diane Francis • 419 implied HN points • 06 Jun 22
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Brexit Monarchy Defense Economy Identity
  1. The Queen's Jubilee marks a significant moment for Britain, highlighting the country's ongoing identity crisis after Brexit. Many worry about what will happen when Queen Elizabeth is no longer around.
  2. Britain's focus on defense and military agreements underscores a shift away from trade deals. The country is trying to maintain its global standing through military cooperation rather than economic partnerships.
  3. The economic impacts of Brexit are increasingly evident, with many British people feeling negatively about the decision. There are significant labor shortages and exports are declining, raising concerns for the future.

Biden's State of the World

Diane Francis • 459 implied HN points • 02 Mar 22
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Politics International Leadership Defense NATO
  1. The end of the post-war order is marked by recent global events. The U.S. is stepping back from leading the free world due to challenges from figures like Putin.
  2. Biden has been effective in bringing NATO and European countries together. However, it's seen that the responsibility for the conflict primarily lies with Europe.
  3. European nations are criticized for not having a strong military response. There's an emphasis on the lack of a unified army to confront these issues.

Driving A Tank Through Our Climate Budget

Surfing the Future • 39 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🌍 World Politics Climate Defense Security Conflict Peace
  1. Cutting climate spending to boost defense budgets can have negative consequences on addressing the climate and sustainability agenda.
  2. There is a growing concern about new levels of conflict fueled by cyberwarfare and genetic weapons, requiring more engagement with military and intelligence sectors.
  3. Future conflicts could harm the planet directly and shift focus away from crucial efforts to combat climate and biodiversity emergencies.

What if Trump Wins?

Comment is Freed • 66 implied HN points • 16 Mar 24
🌍 World Politics Defense International relations Security
  1. There is a growing concern about the international situation, specifically due to challenges in Ukraine, militarization in Russia, and tensions with Iran and China.
  2. There is a debate about increasing defense spending in the UK to address urgent security needs, but economic conditions and political decisions are factors affecting this.
  3. Europe is considering how to cope with the potential return of Donald Trump to power after the next US presidential elections, with uncertainties around polls, legal cases, and candidate health.

Kishida May Raise Corporate Taxes, Part II

Japan Economy Watch • 139 implied HN points • 30 Nov 22
🌍 World Politics Tax policy Government spending Defense Public Opinion Economic Analysis
  1. The Kishida administration is considering raising corporate taxes to double defense spending, which could impact pro-entrepreneur tax breaks.
  2. There is uncertainty around how different government entities, like METI and the Prime Minister's Office, will negotiate on tax policies amidst concerns and objectives.
  3. Japanese corporations have a significant surplus in cash and securities, leading to questions about the necessity and use of low taxes and potential changes in government deficits.

Nyhetsbrev steigan.no 18.10.2024

steigan.no • 6 implied HN points • 18 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Elections Policy International relations Defense
  1. Raytheon is paying over $950 million to avoid prosecution for bribery. This settlement includes fines and reimbursements for inflated costs in military contracts.
  2. Ukraine is offering its valuable minerals like lithium and uranium to the West. These resources are worth billions, and Ukraine seeks financial support and military aid in return.
  3. Politicians often apologize for their actions but do not face real consequences. Many leaders express regret over past decisions, but this seldom affects their careers or policies.

Examples of governments doing good in house (or contracted) technical research

The Good blog • 26 implied HN points • 14 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Government Research Cybersecurity Defense Regulation
  1. Governments, particularly the US, are involved in a variety of technical research areas such as defense, regulatory agencies, and other government departments.
  2. There is a mix of in-house and contracted technical research, with some independent agencies excelling in this area.
  3. Defense research tends to dominate government technical research, with no clear pattern indicating whether in-house or contracted research is more successful.

He Just Can't Win: After Enduring Chinese Balloon Criticism, Republican Calls Biden 'Trigger-happy'

The Washington Current • 19 implied HN points • 13 Feb 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Defense Intelligence Military Security
  1. Republicans criticize Biden for not acting on Chinese spy balloon, then call him 'trigger-happy' for taking down other objects.
  2. US shot down multiple unidentified flying objects after the Chinese balloon incident, raising security concerns.
  3. Increased vigilance post-balloon incident leads to heightened detection of aerial objects in the US and Canada.

The Festival of Jackasses

The Radar • 19 implied HN points • 11 Aug 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Legislation Defense Military Congress
  1. We elect the members of Congress, so their behavior reflects us as a society. There's always been a presence of 'jackasses' in politics, but we notice them more as we become jaded to their actions.
  2. Senator Tommy Tuberville's abuse of power in blocking military officer nominations is causing significant disruptions in the military's functioning. His actions are impacting readiness and causing distractions within the defense establishment.
  3. Tuberville's actions highlight the risk of one individual holding national defense hostage based on personal opinions. This emphasizes the importance of preventing such instances to maintain a strong defense and safeguard against exploitation by adversaries.

India On The Heels Of USA In Defense And Space Manufacturing - Could It Outpace By 2030?

Golden Pineapple • 31 implied HN points • 25 Oct 23
💼 Business Manufacturing Defense Space Funding Rounds
  1. India is making significant strides in defense and space manufacturing, with 10% of growing companies in the industry based there.
  2. The top 10 fastest growing companies in defense and space manufacturing include notable names like Mach Industries, Pixxel, and Vannevar Labs.
  3. About 70% of the 117 growing defense and space manufacturing companies prioritize the engineering department, showing a strong focus on technology and innovation.

In Defense of Biden and Trump

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 18 implied HN points • 15 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Foreign Policy Defense
  1. Both Joe Biden and Donald Trump are facing challenges, but some believe Biden's age isn't insurmountable.
  2. Matt Bennett argues that Biden's age brings experience and wisdom, while Trump's age shows chaos and anger, which could impact the election.
  3. Elbridge Colby believes Trump's stance on NATO is justified due to threats from Russia and the need to focus on China, urging NATO members to meet defense spending commitments to enhance European security.

Disclosure of Anomalous Phenomena

Dr. Pippa's Pen & Podcast • 30 implied HN points • 06 Jun 23
🌍 World Politics Government International relations Policy Diplomacy Defense
  1. Congress has passed legislation to share information on anomalous phenomena with the public.
  2. The US military official David Grusch testified about hidden UAP activities in US Government programs.
  3. Former and current government officials are cooperating to disclose information about recovered materials and crafts from space.

Why can't we shoot down drones?

Nathan’s Substack • 4 HN points • 09 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Military Defense Drones Acquisition Innovation
  1. In the face of drone threats, the issue is more political than technical, with acquisition processes being slow and bureaucratic.
  2. Obsolete air defense doctrines make it difficult to track and counter drones effectively, necessitating a shift in strategies.
  3. Technologically, there are solutions for detecting and neutralizing drones, including directed energy weapons, but bureaucratic hurdles are hindering their deployment.

Anduril - Forging the $8Bn Defense Tech Unicorn

Termsheet by Attack Capital • 13 implied HN points • 06 Jul 23
💼 Business Technology Defense Startups Venture Capital Innovation
  1. Anduril is a defense company focusing on autonomous systems for war monitoring with AI and computer vision.
  2. Palmer Luckey, founder of Oculus VR, started Anduril after being fired from Facebook for donating to a pro-trump organization.
  3. Anduril's product suite includes Lattice OS, Force Protection, Unmanned Aerial Systems, and Underwater Vehicles.

The Art of Moving Target Defense

Phoenix Substack • 14 implied HN points • 04 May 23
🕹 Technology Cybersecurity Strategy Defense
  1. Traditional defense strategies like firewalls and antivirus are no longer sufficient against sophisticated cyber attacks.
  2. Moving target defense involves knowing your network, understanding enemy tactics, and using deception to confuse attackers.
  3. Implementing a moving target defense strategy can help organizations stay ahead of cyber threats by evolving and adapting their defense tactics.

International Cartels

Economic Forces • 2 implied HN points • 19 Oct 23
🌐 International Cartels Politics Economics Theory Defense
  1. International cartels face challenges in surviving due to incentives to cheat and antitrust laws
  2. One theory suggests that international cartels may be formed to offset wartime distortions and attract investment through higher prices
  3. Another theory proposes that international cartels could serve as a way for countries to prevent alignment with enemies by providing benefits through monopoly profits

War Is Complicated.

Trying to Understand the World • 3 implied HN points • 03 May 23
🌍 World Politics War Military Defense Mercenaries Strategy
  1. War is incredibly complex, involving strategic objectives, sectoral policies, and defense capabilities.
  2. Equipment alone does not equate to capability in warfare; there is a need for proper training, integration, and maintenance.
  3. The concept of modern mercenaries in warfare is often rooted in misconceptions and unrealistic expectations of their capabilities and impact.