Jan 18, 2026

Subject: Best Infosec-Related Long Reads for the Week of 1/10/26

Dear Infosec Community,

Happy Saturday morning from Metacurity! We are excited to bring you this week’s curated selection of in-depth articles exploring the latest and most pressing issues in information security that didn’t fit into our daily updates.

Here’s a preview of some thought-provoking reads included in this week’s digest:

1. How Estonia Became the Front Line in the New Cold War

   Estonia, with a population under 1.4 million, faces continuous cyberattacks stemming from Russian intelligence campaigns dating back to 2007. Their defense strategy includes centralized cyber defense units and volunteer cyber militias, backed by robust national encryption and digital ID systems. Learn how this small nation coordinates public and private expertise to withstand relentless cyber warfare.

2. Inside a Sprawling Scam Compound in Myanmar

   A gripping report reveals a massive internet scam operation employing thousands, including kidnapped workers, using AI and deepfakes to deceive victims worldwide. The piece examines the socio-political chaos in Myanmar enabling such criminal industries to flourish and the global impact of these cyber scams.

3. How to Protest Safely Amid Massive Surveillance

   In an era where law enforcement uses advanced surveillance technologies, this guide offers practical advice for protesters aiming to maintain privacy and anonymity. Recommendations include minimizing smartphone use, using burner or secondary phones without personal data, utilizing Faraday bags, and employing end-to-end encrypted messaging apps like Signal. Learn how to safeguard your devices, disable biometrics, and prepare for police actions.

4. Silicon Valley and U.S. Authoritarianism

   An insightful analysis discusses how U.S. tech giants influence governmental policies, emphasizing the need for countries like Canada and those in Europe to reduce dependence on American technology to avoid authoritarian overreach. The article explores political pressures, regulatory rollbacks, and the geopolitical implications of technology control.

5. AGENTGUARDIAN: Governing AI Agent Behavior with Access Controls

   Researchers present AgentGuardian, an innovative framework that automatically derives access control policies for AI agents by learning from benign input patterns. Though promising in detecting malicious activities, challenges remain in policy generalization and managing AI planning errors. This tool not only enhances security but also acts as a governance layer to stabilize AI behavior.

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Stay safe and informed!

Best regards,

Cynthia B Brumfield

Metacurity Newsletter Editor

info@metacurity.com

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