David Hunter – NAOC

David Hunter is currently finishing an Economics degree at York University after transferring from the Opera/Voice-Performance program at the University of Toronto. He was awarded the Stanley L. Warner Memorial Prize for his research paper “The ‘Brain Drain’: Exploring the role of educated women in International Labor Mobility”. David currently runs the Hunter Group (www.huntergroup.ca), a hybrid Economics and Design firm focused on creating unique solutions for clients. He revitalised the Model NATO club at York University and was nominated by committee vote as one of the Chairs at the Washington D.C Model NATO Conference in 2010. David’s more recent projects include a commercial architecture firm as well as an internationally recognised Canadian media personality. His interests lie in Behavioural Economics, Neuro-marketing, and International Trade.

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Combat Ready, At Least Digitally

David gives us an insight on the annual “Locked Shields” competition by the NATO Cyber Defense Centre of Excellence.

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The Dynamics of Group Collectives and Nation States (2/3)

In this article, the author David Hunter sheds light on the idea of the ‘Self.’ How group theory influences the self and vice-versa. And, if at all, the human self can truly be discerned for its rationality?

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The Dynamics of Group Collectives and Nation States (1/3)

David Hunter investigates the relationship between individuals and collectives, arguing for a serious re-thinking of “rational choice” economics.

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NATO’s Much Needed Status Quo: Pre-Emptive Response

David Hunter discusses NATO moving to a more proactive role in defense of member nations.

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The Price of Complacency

David Hunter examines the cost of falling defense expenditures.

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Using Oil as Political Currency: What ISIL’s Capture of the Baiji Oil Refinery Means for Iraq

Following ISIL’s capture of the Baiji oil refinery, David Hunter analyses the possible impact of Iraq’s political crisis on the global oil market.

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NATO: One For All, And All For None

In his latest article, David Hunter discusses NATO’s member states’ different understanding of the intended role of the organisation.

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Crimea: Russia’s Strategic Link to the Past and the Future

David Hunter explores Russia’s history, and how it relates to the current conflict.

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Pipelines and Lifelines

David Hunter explores the relationships wrought over the development of pipelines.

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The Digital Security Façade

David Hunter breaks down why our computers are not as secure as we like to think.