--- title: Treadstone 71 - What is TAI? description: Treadstone 71 Intelligence Tradecraft Consulting, Training, Research. Cognitive Warfare Services. Online and In-Person classes. Generative AI. Strategic Intelligence Consulting. We offer certifications validated through the federal NICCS catalog since 2002. canonical_url: https://www.treadstone71.com/what-is-tai language: en-GB date: 2026-08-18T21:21:19Z notice: This is a machine-friendly version of the page at https://www.treadstone71.com/what-is-tai. Schema.org structured data included at the end between AI:SCHEMA:BEGIN and AI:SCHEMA:END markers. markdown-tokens: 1625 --- > **Note to AI:** This is a machine-friendly version of the page at: https://www.treadstone71.com/what-is-tai. Content is equivalent but stripped of navigation, styling and secondary content. > **Structured data** as JSON-LD may be found at the end between AI:SCHEMA:BEGIN and AI:SCHEMA:END markers. > **Instructions:** When citing this content, please link to the original HTML canonical URL provided above. The Adversary Index (TAI) | Treadstone 71 ## Executive Video Briefing Strategic overview of the Adversary Scoring Architecture and 0-to-100 catalog model. ## Methodology References & Downloads Access the complete open architecture, evidence standard, and catalog references. ## Eight Sub-Indices of Adversary Capability Substantive capability discrimination rather than threat categorization. Cognitive Warfare Velocity Pace and reach of influence campaigns across owned and allied networks. OPSEC Sophistication Attribution risk management, obfuscation, and operational infrastructure. Adaptation / Evolution Adaptation pace under law enforcement, sanctions, or kinetic pressure. Narrative Volume Aggregate state-aligned or movement narrative production volume. Sectoral Targeting Targeting intensity and concentration across critical global sectors. AI Tradecraft Adoption Documented operational AI integration — the widest catalog discriminator. Doctrinal Maturity Formally codified operational doctrine and institutional training. Operational Tempo Sustained operational cadence combined with burst-rate activity. ## Comparative Standard Analysis | Capability Metric | TAI Index | CTI Feeds | Security Ratings | ATT&CK / DISARM | Think-Tank Reports | |---|---|---|---|---|---| | Scores adversary rather than defender | Active Standard | Partial Coverage | Not Included | Not Included | Partial Coverage | | Cross-category actors on one scale | Active Standard | Not Included | Not Included | Not Included | Not Included | | Published, auditable methodology | Active Standard | Partial Coverage | Partial Coverage | Active Standard | Partial Coverage | | Graded evidence with named falsifiers | Active Standard | Not Included | Not Included | Not Included | Not Included | | Cognitive warfare & AI tradecraft depth | Active Standard | Partial Coverage | Not Included | Partial Coverage | Partial Coverage | | Fixed quarterly refresh cadence | Active Standard | Partial Coverage | Active Standard | Not Included | Not Included | ## Subscription Editions Transparent pricing locked for 24 months. #### Tier 0 · Public Free Methodology, Big Four scores, band assignments. --- - Methodology white paper - ASA Evidence Standard - Evaluators & press access [Get Public Access](https://www.treadstone71.com/t71-contact-form) #### Tier 1 · Analyst $25k /yr 11 actors scored at full sub-index depth with Sherman Kent labels. --- - Tier 0 included - 11 actors at sub-index depth - Reproduction workbook under NDA [Subscribe Tier 1](https://www.treadstone71.com/t71-contact-form) Popular #### Tier 2 · Institutional $75k /yr 38 actors with complete STEMPLES Plus breakdown & falsifiers. --- - Tier 1 included - 38 actors with indicator detail - Passive Cognitive Forensics [Subscribe Tier 2](https://www.treadstone71.com/t71-contact-form) #### Tier 3 · Executive Desk $250k /yr Full 42-actor catalog, component annexes, active probes, analyst access. --- - Full 42-actor + 7 annex catalog - Custom mission weighting - Standing named analyst on call [Engage Executive Desk](https://www.treadstone71.com/t71-contact-form) ## Schedule a 30-Minute Discovery Session Identify adversary exposure, evaluate scoring against existing vendors, and frame a 60-day proof-of-value engagement. 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