Episode notes
12 Feb 2026
The United States is reportedly preparing to resume nuclear weapons testing and embark on a major nuclear weapons buildup, following the expiration of the New START treaty with Russia. This development, coupled with revelations of Chinese underground nuclear detonations, suggests a potential new nuclear arms race. The situation is further complicated by the lack of official communication from mainstream media and the potential for further escalation due to the absence of arms control agreements.
Tensions are escalating globally, with Russia, China, and Iran tightening control over their information and militarising regions like the Arctic. The US is bolstering its defences, including in Greenland, which Russia views as a threat to its nuclear submarines. Meanwhile, concerns are rising about the potential misuse of AI, particularly in the context of information warfare and the spread of deepfakes.