Who We Are
Talon Black is a cutting-edge technology company on a mission to empower smarter, safer decision-making through data-driven intelligence. We combine decades of experience serving U.S. government agencies with private-sector innovation. The result is insights that help you understand and navigate risk in a complex world.
Our Mission: Intelligence for Everyone
Our mission is to demystify intelligence and risk analysis and make these insights accessible to all. Whether you’re a policymaker, a business owner, or simply a curious reader, we believe you deserve clear, actionable information about the issues that affect your safety and prosperity. Talon Black’s work has long focused on advanced risk solutions for government agencies and businesses. Now, through this publication, we’re extending that expertise to a broader audience. We’re here to bridge the gap between high-level data analysis and everyday understanding, helping everyone make informed decisions with confidence.
What We Cover
In this Substack, you’ll find a range of topics at the intersection of technology, security, and global affairs. We provide:
Daily Risk Briefs: Up-to-date assessments of financial and geopolitical risks, major security developments, and other pressing events that could impact your world.
Weekly Deep Dives: In-depth analysis on specific themes like global trade tensions (“Tariff Thursdays”), climate and weather impacts on business (“Weather Risk Wednesdays”), and more. We break down the context, who’s affected and how, and what might happen next.
Emerging Threats & Trends: Forward-looking pieces on evolving challenges – from cybersecurity breaches to geopolitical shifts – and how innovations in data, AI, and policy can address them. We leverage our expertise in open-source intelligence and machine learning to highlight what’s on the horizon before it hits the headlines.
Why It Matters
Information is power, but only if you can understand and act on it. We write for a broad audience, not just analysts and technologists. That means minimal jargon, clear explanations, and real-world examples.
Our goal is to educate and inform without ever talking down to our readers. If you’re not a technical expert – no worries. We pride ourselves on making complex topics feel grounded and human, always explaining the “so what” and “what’s next” of each story. And if you are an expert, you’ll appreciate the depth and rigor behind our analysis, which is rooted in real intelligence techniques and data-driven models.
Our Vision
At Talon Black, we don’t just report on what’s happening today – we also look ahead. Our vision is a world where organizations and individuals alike can anticipate risks and seize opportunities before they become obvious. By sharing our knowledge and foresight, we hope to foster a community that’s better prepared for whatever the future holds. In every article, we strive to provide actionable insights – the kind that spark new ideas, conversations, and solutions. Ultimately, this publication is about more than news or data points; it’s about seeing the bigger picture and inspiring proactive, informed action.
Join the Community
We invite you to be part of this journey. Subscribe to receive our latest posts directly in your inbox – free of spam, ads, or fluff. Every subscriber becomes a member of the Talon Black community: a group of professionals, learners, and forward-thinkers who care about understanding the world’s risks and opportunities. We encourage you to share your thoughts in the comments, ask questions, and engage with our team and other readers. Together, we can navigate uncertainty with clarity and vision.
Thank you for reading, and welcome to Talon Black’s Substack. Here’s to making smarter, safer decisions – together.
