Strategic Insights

Security intelligence reports, travel advisories, and duty of care insights for NGOs, mining, oil & gas, and logistics teams in high-risk regions.

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Security Intelligence Reports

Real-time threat assessments from thousands of local-language sources across 100+ languages. Updated continuously.

CRITICAL Intelligence Report
Cameroon Security Intelligence
Cocoa supply chain, Anglophone crisis, Boko Haram, succession risk
ELEVATED Intelligence Report
Tajikistan Security Intelligence
Afghan border, GBAO instability, political succession, corruption purge
ELEVATED Intelligence Report
Georgia / Tbilisi Security Intelligence
Protest disruption, Russian influence, democratic backslide, sanctions risk
CRITICAL Regional Hub
Sub-Saharan Africa Security Hub
Cameroon, Sahel spillover, commodity corridor risk, Boko Haram
ELEVATED Regional Hub
Central Asia Security Hub
Tajikistan, Afghan border, GBAO, political succession, mining risk
ELEVATED Regional Hub
Caucasus Security Hub
Georgia, Russian influence, protest risk, Armenia-Azerbaijan dynamics

Industry Briefings

Sector Brief
NGO Security Intelligence
Duty of Care & Operational Safety
Sector Brief
Mining Security
Asset Protection & Local Risks
Sector Brief
Oil & Gas Intelligence
Pipeline Monitoring & Logistics
Founder's Story

Where 24/7 Intelligence Meets Reality: Why I Started Region Alert

How living through riots, wars, and local kidnappings in the Caucasus drove the development of a real-time safety alert system.

Dec 15, 2025 Read Story →
Competitor Analysis

Best AlertMedia Alternative for Field Operations (2026)

AlertMedia sends notifications. Region Alert finds the threats first. Why proactive teams are adding ground-level intelligence to their stack.

Dec 15, 2025 Read Briefing →
Competitor Analysis

Bloomberg Terminal Alternative for Supply Chain Risk

Bloomberg tracks commodity prices. We monitor the local-language signals that move them — before they hit the terminal.

Dec 15, 2025 Read Briefing →
Competitor Analysis

Crisis24 Alternative

AI-powered monitoring vs. full-service security firms at $100K+/year. Which model fits your operational reality?

Dec 15, 2025 Read Briefing →
Competitor Analysis

Best Dataminr Alternative for NGOs & Small Teams (2026)

Why pay enterprise prices for global noise? A breakdown of why small teams are switching to curated, local-language intelligence.

Dec 22, 2025 Read Briefing →
Duty of Care

Duty of Care for NGOs 2026: Legal Requirements & Best Practices

Legal requirements and practical steps for protecting staff in challenging environments. Is your organization compliant with 2026 standards?

Dec 22, 2025 Read Briefing →
Duty of Care

Employee Safety in Emerging Markets: Actionable Alerts Guide

How to build an actionable alert system that protects field staff without drowning HQ in false alarms.

Dec 22, 2025 Read Briefing →
Travel Advisory

Georgia Travel Insurance Requirements 2026: New Mandatory Law for Foreigners

Georgia now mandates travel insurance for all foreign visitors. What you need to know before booking flights.

Dec 22, 2025 Read Briefing →
How-To Guide

The Ultimate Guide to Multilingual News Monitoring

How to monitor news across 100+ languages without a team of translators. The operational playbook for global monitoring.

Dec 29, 2025 Read Briefing →
Market Intelligence

Hidden Costs of Ignoring local-language Signals

When you only read English-language sources, you miss the first 12-24 hours of every emerging crisis. Here's what that costs.

Dec 29, 2025 Read Briefing →
How-To Guide

How to Monitor Border Crossings in Real-Time: A Guide for Logistics Teams

Telegram channels, satellite feeds, and AI-powered alerts — a practical guide for logistics teams monitoring volatile border crossings.

Dec 29, 2025 Read Briefing →
Regional Briefing

India-Pakistan Border Security: Monitoring Volatile Crossings

Village evacuation rumors, military buildup signals, and border tensions at Wagah and LoC — what logistics operators need to monitor.

Dec 29, 2025 Read Briefing →
How-To Guide

Integrating Slack Alerts for Logistics Response

From intelligence detection to Slack notification in seconds. How to wire Region Alert into your existing logistics workflow.

Jan 5, 2026 Read Briefing →
Competitor Analysis

Janes Alternative for SMBs

You don't need tank specs. You need protest alerts and border crossing updates. Moving from strategic to operational intel.

Jan 5, 2026 Read Briefing →
Logistics

Border Activity Intelligence for Logistics in 2026

Borders are living data sources. How AI-powered monitoring predicts queue lengths, closures, and disruptions before they strand your cargo.

Jan 5, 2026 Read Briefing →
Commodity Trading

Supply Chain Visibility: Monitoring High-Risk Mine Sites

Real-time monitoring for artisanal mining sites, labor disputes, and supply chain disruptions affecting mineral markets.

Jan 5, 2026 Read Briefing →
Commodity Trading

Palm Oil Supply Chain Risks: Monitoring Logistics in SE Asia

Port blockades, maritime forum chatter, and deforestation crackdowns — monitoring the signals that move SE Asian palm oil markets.

Jan 12, 2026 Read Briefing →
Commodity Trading

Predicting Mineral Price Volatility via Local Signals

Local-language signals predict mineral price swings 12-24 hours before they hit Bloomberg. How hyper-local data creates trading edges.

Jan 12, 2026 Read Briefing →
Commodity Trading

The Edge of Micro-Regional Intel for Commodity Traders

The edge that institutional commodity traders are using: local-language Telegram channels, community forums, and regional news in real-time.

Jan 12, 2026 Read Briefing →
Logistics

Avoiding Roadblocks: Real-Time Protest Monitoring Guide

Protests don't start on CNN. They start on local Telegram groups. How to detect route disruptions before your convoy is stuck.

Jan 12, 2026 Read Briefing →
Market Intelligence

Indonesian Sea Cucumber Exports: Hyper-Local Market Intelligence

Inside Indonesia's sea cucumber export market — hyper-local trade intelligence from fishing villages to international buyers.

Jan 19, 2026 Read Briefing →
Competitor Analysis

Stratfor Alternative for SMBs

Stratfor analyzes geopolitics from Austin. We monitor Telegram channels in Dushanbe. Different intelligence for different decisions.

Jan 19, 2026 Read Briefing →
Regional Briefing

Tajikistan Border Security 2026: Afghan Border Tensions & Travel Advisory

Afghan border tensions, GBAO permit requirements, and travel advisories. Essential intelligence for Central Asia operations.

Jan 19, 2026 Read Briefing →
Case Study

Case Study: The November 26th Gold Mine Attack in Tajikistan

How Region Alert detected the November 26th gold mine attack in Tajikistan — via local Tajik-language channels — hours before international media.

Jan 19, 2026 Read Briefing →
Travel Advisory

Tbilisi Protests 2026: 400+ Days of Demonstrations - Safety Guide for NGOs

400+ days of protests on Rustaveli Avenue. New 'pavement obstruction' laws, safe operating zones, and real-time updates for NGOs.

Jan 26, 2026 Read Briefing →
Regional Briefing

Top 5 Safety Risks in Central Asia and How to Mitigate Them

Border volatility, political instability, organized crime, natural disasters, and infrastructure failures — mitigation strategies for each.

Jan 26, 2026 Read Briefing →
Travel Advisory

Upper Lars Border Crossing 2026: Current Wait Times & Safety Updates

Severe winter weather and avalanche warnings are causing multi-day delays at Upper Lars. Essential updates for logistics managers.

Jan 26, 2026 Read Briefing →
Duty of Care

Weather and Disaster Alerts for Duty of Care

Integrating weather data with ground-level signals for comprehensive duty of care. When meteorological meets operational intelligence.

Jan 26, 2026 Read Briefing →
Competitor Analysis

Everbridge Alternative: Intelligence Before the Alert

Everbridge sends mass notifications after confirmation. Region Alert detects threats 12-24 hours earlier via local-language monitoring.

Feb 2, 2026 Read Briefing →
Competitor Analysis

Factal Alternative: Deeper Signals, Lower Cost

Factal monitors English-language sources for enterprise GSOCs. Region Alert tracks 100+ local languages for field teams from $499/mo.

Feb 2, 2026 Read Briefing →
Competitor Analysis

International SOS Alternative: Add Intelligence to Your Safety Stack

ISOS covers evacuations and medical assistance. Region Alert adds the early-warning intelligence layer — from $499/mo.

Feb 2, 2026 Read Briefing →
Buyer's Guide

The ROI of a Security Intelligence Platform

One avoided evacuation saves $150K. One early border alert saves $20K in cargo delays. Here's the math on a $499/mo investment.

Feb 2, 2026 Read Briefing →
Regional Briefing

West Africa Security Briefing 2026

Sahel spillover, Gulf of Guinea piracy, Nigerian political tensions, and port disruptions. Essential intel for West Africa operations.

Feb 9, 2026 Read Briefing →
Energy Sector

Oil & Gas Security Intelligence 2026

Pipeline sabotage, refinery protests, and maritime threats — how local-language monitoring detects threats hours before English media.

Feb 9, 2026 Read Briefing →
Buyer's Guide

How to Choose a Security Intelligence Platform

8 questions to ask before signing a contract — from language coverage to pricing transparency. The buyer's checklist.

Feb 9, 2026 Read Briefing →
How-To Guide

Telegram Monitoring for Security Intelligence

Telegram is the #1 ground-level intelligence source in Central Asia, Caucasus, and Africa. How to turn public channels into early warnings.

Feb 9, 2026 Read Briefing →
Pillar Guide

Travel Risk Management: The Complete Guide for 2026

Everything you need to know about travel risk management — ISO 31030 compliance, duty of care, threat assessment frameworks, and platform selection.

Feb 15, 2026 Read Guide →
Comparison

Critical Event Management Software Comparison 2026

Compare CEM platforms: Everbridge, OnSolve, AlertMedia, Crisis24, Dataminr, and Region Alert. Features, pricing, and who each serves best.

Feb 15, 2026 Read Comparison →
Compliance

ISO 31030 Travel Risk Management: Compliance Guide

ISO 31030 sets the global standard for travel risk management. What it requires, how to comply, and which tools meet the standard.

Feb 15, 2026 Read Guide →
Competitor Analysis

OnSolve Alternative: Intelligence Before the Broadcast

OnSolve focuses on mass notification and critical communications. Region Alert focuses on intelligence gathering. Compare features, pricing, and fit.

Feb 15, 2026 Read Briefing →
Competitor Analysis

Recorded Future Alternative for Physical Security

Recorded Future dominates cyber threat intelligence. For physical security and operational risk, Region Alert delivers faster local-language monitoring.

Feb 15, 2026 Read Briefing →
Competitor Analysis

Seerist Alternative for Operational Teams

Seerist uses AI forecasting for geopolitical risk. Region Alert monitors real-time local signals in 100+ languages for operational teams.

Feb 15, 2026 Read Briefing →
Regional Briefing

Sahel Security Briefing 2026: Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger

Jihadist expansion, military junta instability, mining disruptions, and humanitarian access challenges. Operational guidance for field teams.

Feb 15, 2026 Read Briefing →
Regional Briefing

East Africa Security Briefing 2026: Kenya, Ethiopia, Somalia

Al-Shabaab threats, Ethiopia tensions, Kenya logistics corridors, and port security. Operational brief for field teams in East Africa.

Feb 15, 2026 Read Briefing →
Energy Sector

Middle East Oil & Gas Security 2026: Threats & Monitoring

Strait of Hormuz risks, pipeline threats, drone attacks, and labor unrest. Intelligence brief for energy operations in the Middle East.

Feb 15, 2026 Read Briefing →
Competitor Analysis

Global Guardian Alternative: Real-Time Intel Without the $200K GSOC

Global Guardian charges $200K+ for GSOC staffing. Region Alert delivers automated local-language intelligence from $499/mo. No ops center required.

Feb 16, 2026 Read Briefing →
Competitor Analysis

Healix Alternative: Security Intelligence Without the Medical Bundle

Healix bundles medical assistance with security intel. Region Alert offers dedicated threat monitoring in 100+ languages from $499/mo.

Feb 16, 2026 Read Briefing →
Competitor Analysis

Riskline Alternative: Real-Time Intel, Not Static Risk Ratings

Riskline is a B2B data wholesaler providing static travel risk ratings. Region Alert delivers real-time operational intelligence from $499/mo.

Feb 16, 2026 Read Briefing →
Competitor Analysis

Max Security Alternative: Scalable Intel Without the Consulting Retainer

Max Security is an analyst-dependent consulting firm. Region Alert automates monitoring across 100+ languages at a fraction of the cost.

Feb 16, 2026 Read Briefing →
Security Guide

Mining Site Security Monitoring: The Complete Guide for 2026

How to detect community protests, artisanal mining conflicts, and supply chain disruptions before they shut down operations.

Feb 16, 2026 Read Guide →
Compliance Guide

Duty of Care Compliance Software: Beyond HIPAA to Physical Security

The compliance tools you actually need to protect field staff, not healthcare privacy software that dominates search results.

Feb 16, 2026 Read Guide →
Intelligence Guide

Physical Security Intelligence Platform: What It Is and How to Choose One

The definitive guide to physical security intelligence platforms, from what they do to how much they should cost.

Feb 16, 2026 Read Guide →
Intelligence Guide

Geopolitical Risk Monitoring: Real-Time vs. Quarterly Reports

Why periodic geopolitical risk reports miss the signals that matter most. How real-time local-language monitoring catches shifts first.

Feb 16, 2026 Read Guide →
Commodity Trading

Supply Chain Risk Monitoring: Local Signals Before Global Headlines

Mine shutdowns, export bans, port blockades, how local-language monitoring detects supply chain disruptions 12-24 hours early.

Feb 16, 2026 Read Guide →
Core Methodology

Local Language Intelligence: Why English-Only Monitoring Misses 90% of Threats

From Tbilisi Telegram channels to Nigerian Hausa radio, why the first 12-24 hours of every crisis happen in local languages.

Feb 16, 2026 Read Guide →
Intelligence Guide

OSINT for Physical Security: Beyond Cyber Threat Intelligence

Why cyber OSINT vendors like CrowdStrike and Recorded Future don't cover physical security threats, and what does.

Feb 16, 2026 Read Guide →
Travel Safety

Is Indonesia Safe to Travel in 2026? Security Guide for Operations Teams

Jakarta security, Papua conflict, natural disaster risks, and commodity operations. Regional breakdown for business and NGO teams.

Feb 16, 2026 Read Guide →
Travel Safety

Is Pakistan Safe to Travel in 2026? Security Assessment

KPK-TTP threat, Balochistan insurgency, Karachi street crime, and safe corridors. Zone-by-zone intelligence for operations teams.

Feb 16, 2026 Read Guide →
Travel Safety

Is Kenya Safe to Travel in 2026? Security Guide for NGOs & Business

Nairobi security, al-Shabaab zones, Mombasa-Nairobi corridor, and safari safety. Operational intel for field teams.

Feb 16, 2026 Read Guide →
Travel Safety

Is Nigeria Safe to Travel in 2026? Security Guide for Business & NGOs

Lagos, Abuja, Niger Delta oil operations, Boko Haram zones, and safe corridors. Region-by-region security assessment.

Feb 16, 2026 Read Guide →
Travel Safety

Is Iraq Safe to Travel in 2026? Security Assessment for Operations Teams

Baghdad Green Zone, Kurdistan safety, Basra oil operations, ISIS remnants, and militia dynamics. Intel for contractors and NGOs.

Feb 16, 2026 Read Guide →
Travel Safety

Is Ethiopia Safe to Travel in 2026? Security Guide for NGOs & Business

Tigray post-conflict, Amhara Fano insurgency, Oromia OLA activity, and Addis Ababa safety. Regional intelligence assessment.

Feb 16, 2026 Read Guide →
Travel Safety

Is Myanmar Safe to Travel in 2026? Security Assessment

Civil war zones, Yangon access, Shan State factions, Rakhine conflict, and humanitarian access. Intelligence for operations teams.

Feb 16, 2026 Read Guide →
Travel Safety

Is Georgia Safe to Travel in 2026? Protests, Insurance & Safety Guide

Tbilisi protest zones, new insurance requirements, Upper Lars border updates, and South Ossetia restrictions. From a former resident.

Feb 16, 2026 Read Guide →
Travel Safety

Is Cameroon Safe to Travel in 2026? Security Guide for NGOs & Business

Anglophone crisis, Boko Haram zones, Douala port security, and humanitarian access. Region-by-region threat assessment.

Feb 16, 2026 Read Guide →
Travel Safety

Is Tajikistan Safe to Travel in 2026? Security Guide for Operations Teams

GBAO permits, Afghan border threats, ISIS-K activity, Pamir Highway risks, and Dushanbe safety. Intelligence for NGOs and mining teams.

Feb 16, 2026 Read Guide →
Travel Safety Hub

Travel Warning Map 2026: Global Travel Risk & Safety Ratings

Color-coded risk ratings for 20 countries. Updated safety assessments with real-time local-language intelligence from Region Alert.

Feb 23, 2026 View Map →
Industry Guide

Travel Risk Management Companies 2026: 10 Platforms Compared

International SOS, Crisis24, Everbridge, Region Alert, and 6 more. Pricing, features, and who each platform serves best.

Feb 23, 2026 Read Comparison →
Travel Safety

Is Guatemala Safe to Travel in 2026? Security Assessment

Gang territory risks, Guatemala City crime, volcanic activity, and tourist corridor safety. Zone-by-zone intelligence for operations teams.

Feb 23, 2026 Read Guide →
Travel Safety

Is El Salvador Safe to Travel in 2026? Security Assessment

Bukele security overhaul, gang territory remnants, San Salvador safety, and Bitcoin tourism. Updated intelligence for operations teams.

Feb 23, 2026 Read Guide →
Travel Safety

Is Colombia Safe to Travel in 2026? Security Assessment

ELN and FARC dissident activity, Bogota safety, mining region threats, and peace process impacts. Regional breakdown for business and NGO teams.

Feb 23, 2026 Read Guide →
Travel Safety

Is Haiti Safe to Travel in 2026? Security Assessment

Gang-controlled zones in Port-au-Prince, humanitarian corridor access, kidnapping risks, and UN mission status. Critical intel for NGO operations.

Feb 23, 2026 Read Guide →
Travel Safety

Is Ecuador Safe to Travel in 2026? Security Assessment

Guayaquil cartel violence, mining and oil operations security, Quito safety, and state-of-emergency impacts. Intelligence for operations teams.

Feb 23, 2026 Read Guide →
Travel Safety

Is Belize Safe to Travel in 2026? Security Assessment

Belize City gang zones, Guatemalan border risks, hurricane season, and tourism corridor safety. Regional breakdown for operations teams.

Feb 23, 2026 Read Guide →
Travel Safety

Is Israel Safe to Travel in 2026? Security Assessment

Gaza border security, West Bank access, rocket threat corridors, and Tel Aviv safety. Geopolitical risk intelligence for operations teams.

Feb 23, 2026 Read Guide →
Travel Safety

Is Egypt Safe to Travel in 2026? Security Assessment

Sinai Peninsula threats, Cairo safety, Suez Canal logistics corridor, and Western Desert operations. Intelligence for business and logistics teams.

Feb 23, 2026 Read Guide →
Travel Safety

Is Morocco Safe to Travel in 2026? Security Assessment

Western Sahara border tensions, mining region security, Casablanca safety, and Rif mountain risks. Intelligence for logistics and mining teams.

Feb 23, 2026 Read Guide →
Travel Safety

Is Armenia Safe to Travel in 2026? Security Assessment

Nagorno-Karabakh aftermath, Azerbaijan border tensions, Yerevan safety, and Syunik corridor risks. Caucasus intelligence for operations teams.

Feb 23, 2026 Read Guide →
Cameroon Assessment

Cameroon Anglophone Crisis: Operational Intelligence Guide 2026

CRITICAL threat assessment for Cameroon's Northwest and Southwest Regions. Ghost town schedules, Ambazonia faction dynamics, BIR operations, and safe corrido...

Feb 22, 2026 Read Assessment →
Cameroon Assessment

Cameroon Biya Succession Scenarios 2026

HIGH political risk. President Biya (93, 43 years in power) succession analysis — CPDM internal dynamics, military intervention scenarios, constitutional mec...

Feb 22, 2026 Read Assessment →
Cameroon Assessment

Cameroon Far North Boko Haram Threat Assessment 2026

CRITICAL threat level. Boko Haram and ISWAP activity in Cameroon's Far North — Mayo-Sava, Mayo-Tsanaga, Logone-et-Chari operations, MNJTF effectiveness, Fulf...

Feb 22, 2026 Read Assessment →
Supply Chain Intel

Douala Port Supply Chain Intelligence 2026

ELEVATED supply chain disruption risk. Douala port operational intelligence — dockworker monitoring, customs disruptions, cocoa export delays, EUDR complianc...

Feb 22, 2026 Read Assessment →
Central Asia Assessment

GBAO Security Analysis 2026: Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region

HIGH threat assessment for Tajikistan's GBAO. Pamir Highway security, GBAO permit requirements, Ishkashim corridor, Chinese contractor withdrawal from Darvoz...

Feb 22, 2026 Read Assessment →
Georgia Assessment

Georgia Democratic Backslide Risk Assessment 2026

HIGH institutional risk. Georgia's democratic backslide assessment covering EU accession suspension, election irregularity evidence, foreign agent law, civil...

Feb 22, 2026 Read Assessment →
Georgia Assessment

Georgia Protest Disruption Risk Analysis 2026

ELEVATED protest disruption risk in Tbilisi. 400+ day protest movement analysis, tactic shift from Rustaveli Avenue to neighborhoods, Parliament zone mapping...

Feb 22, 2026 Read Assessment →
Georgia Assessment

Georgia Russian Influence Operations Assessment 2026

ELEVATED threat. Russian influence operations in Georgia — GRU political financing, South Ossetia/Abkhazia occupation, foreign agent legislation, energy leve...

Feb 22, 2026 Read Assessment →
Georgia Assessment

Georgia Sanctions & Regulatory Risk Assessment 2026

HIGH regulatory risk. Georgia sanctions exposure analysis — EU/US sanctions potential, banking correspondent risk, foreign agent compliance, and implications...

Feb 22, 2026 Read Assessment →
Core Methodology

Intelligence Methodology: How Region Alert Produces Security Intelligence

Region Alert's intelligence production process — source collection across 100+ languages, AI classification engine, quality standards, and distribution. How ...

Feb 22, 2026 Read Assessment →
Tajikistan Assessment

Tajikistan Afghan Border Threat Assessment 2026

HIGH-CRITICAL threat assessment for Tajikistan's 1,344km Afghan border. ISIS-K activity, Panj River crossings, CSTO deployments, Taliban border dynamics, and...

Feb 22, 2026 Read Assessment →
Tajikistan Assessment

Tajikistan Political Succession Risk Assessment 2026

ELEVATED political risk. Rahmon-to-Emomali succession analysis, anti-corruption purge dynamics, Islamist political exploitation scenarios, and post-transitio...

Feb 22, 2026 Read Assessment →