“One of the most consequential geopolitical and technological races underway is the competition to shape the future of large language models. For a moment, it looked like a race to build one dominant cognitive operating system for humanity. But that is not what the next five to ten years will look like. Three forces will...Read More

Introduction Conflicts since the World Wars (WW1, WW2) have increasingly demonstrated that civilian populations are capable and willing to function as a massive, distributed sensor network. Technology has significantly increased latent capacity, with populations increasingly willing and able to contribute both inside the area of operations and outside it. Further, as data is increasingly available...Read More

Fantastic event hosted by IPA!! Thanks to COL Steve Santa Maria, CENTCOM J39, and COL Chris Wilson, SOCOM J39, for joining and providing your expert perspectives.  Also big thanks to Dave Pitts for moderating and representing IPA. IPA continues to use its platform to convene and expand the network of information professionals!Read More

AI and new technology are allowing extremist groups to target children and youth with increasing ease and speed – and current systems do not have defenses in place to protect younger users. Read more in IPA member Bob Pearson’s new article in The Cipher Brief.   Bob is Chairman of the Pearson Advisory Group and...Read More

The IPA is hosting an information panel and social hour during SOF Week, and you’re invited! The Discussion: Leader Perspectives from the Information Fight Date & Time: 21 May 2026, 1630-1800 Location: Marriott Terrace Room — Directions on event page Format: Chatham House rules — No media or recording Hors d’oeuvres and drinks will be...Read More

IPA is seeking a summer intern to support the organization’s communications, outreach, and events. If you’re interested please submit a resume and brief statement of interest (no more than one page) to communications@information-professionals.org no later than 5:00 p.m. Eastern time on Friday, May 1st, 2026. The internship is open to undergraduate and graduate students seeking...Read More