In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, the world has witnessed firsthand how industries can manipulate scientific research to make their products appear safer than they are. Much like the pharmaceutical industry’s handling of mRNA vaccines—where biased studies, controlled narratives, and suppressed findings helped promote the vaccine as a safe solution— the wireless industry has employed similar tactics to make electromagnetic radiation (EMR) from devices seem harmless.
In this blog, we will explore how the wireless industry “wargames science” to create a misleading sense of safety surrounding their products, drawing on parallels to the tactics used in the promotion of mRNA vaccines as outlined in the recent paper “Changing Views Toward mRNA Based COVID Vaccines in the Scientific Literature: 2020–2024” by Michael Allen Thoene.
The mRNA Vaccine Playbook: A Case Study in Wargaming Science
Early Suppression of Adverse Events
The early years of the COVID-19 pandemic serve as a perfect case study of how industries can wargame science to achieve their goals. The mRNA vaccines, such as Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna, were promoted as breakthrough technologies with minimal risks, based on early literature that either ignored or actively downplayed severe adverse events (SAEs). According to Thoene’s review, the scientific literature from 2020 to 2021 made bold claims that there were absolutely no serious side effects associated with mRNA vaccines, despite the absence of comprehensive long-term studies. This framing created an overwhelming sense of security around these vaccines at a time when the world was in desperate need of a solution.
Bias Through Funding and Research Control
As Thoene highlights, during the pandemic, much of the research surrounding mRNA vaccines was influenced by social, political, and economic pressures. Major pharmaceutical companies like Pfizer and Moderna had a vested interest in pushing these vaccines to market as quickly as possible. These companies not only funded research that favored their products but also strategically managed the publication of these studies to align with public health messaging. As a result, adverse event data was either omitted or classified as “rare,” and any conflicting studies were often discredited or buried.
The parallels to the wireless industry are striking. Just as pharmaceutical companies controlled the narrative around mRNA vaccines, the wireless industry uses similar tactics to suppress research that shows the harmful effects of EMR. The goal is the same: keep the public in the dark about potential risks to protect profits.
Wireless Industry Tactics: Parallels to the Vaccine Debate
Funding Biased Research
One of the most common tactics used by both the pharmaceutical and wireless industries is the funding of biased research. Thoene’s paper reveals that in the early years of the pandemic, research largely funded by vaccine manufacturers painted a picture of mRNA vaccines as miracle drugs with negligible risks. It wasn’t until independent researchers began publishing in 2023 and 2024 that the true scope of SAEs—ranging from myocarditis to neurological issues—became apparent.
Similarly, the wireless industry has a long history of funding studies that focus solely on thermal effects (whether the radiation heats up the body) rather than the more concerning non-thermal biological effects. By framing the research in a way that minimizes the true risks, the industry can continue to claim that its products are safe. This tactic is eerily reminiscent of the early studies on mRNA vaccines, which focused on short-term, observable effects rather than long-term health risks.
Suppressing Independent Research
Much like the early days of mRNA vaccine promotion, the wireless industry actively suppresses independent research that challenges its safety claims. As Thoene notes, early literature on the vaccines outright ignored the growing number of reports of severe side effects, instead focusing on public health benefits. It wasn’t until 2022 that more independent voices began to break through, but even then, their findings were often dismissed as “rare” or “coincidental.”
In the wireless industry, independent research has shown that prolonged exposure to EMR can lead to serious health risks, including cancer, infertility, and neurological disorders. However, much like the mRNA vaccine debate, these findings are often downplayed or ignored in favor of industry-funded studies that suggest minimal risk. The result is a public that is largely unaware of the potential dangers of wireless technology, much like how the early public perception of mRNA vaccines was one of complete safety.
Controlling the Media Narrative
Another striking similarity between the wireless industry and the mRNA vaccine debate is the control of the media narrative. Thoene’s paper describes how the mainstream media played a significant role in promoting mRNA vaccines while downplaying the risks. Journalists who attempted to report on vaccine injuries or adverse events often faced pushback, with their stories downplayed or outright rejected by editors who feared backlash from powerful pharmaceutical advertisers.
The wireless industry has also managed to control the narrative around EMR risks. Major media outlets, many of which rely on advertising dollars from tech companies, have largely ignored the growing body of research linking EMR exposure to health problems. Instead, the media tends to frame EMR risks as “controversial” or “inconclusive,” leaving consumers with a false sense of security. This mirrors the early pandemic coverage of mRNA vaccines, where any dissenting voices were quickly silenced or dismissed as conspiracy theorists.
The Science Behind Electromagnetic Radiation Risks
What is Electromagnetic Radiation?
Electromagnetic radiation (EMR) is a form of energy emitted by electronic devices such as mobile phones, Wi-Fi routers, and laptops. It is categorized into two types: ionizing and non-ionizing radiation. Ionizing radiation, such as X-rays, is well-known for its harmful effects on human health because it can damage DNA. Non-ionizing radiation, which includes the radiation emitted by wireless devices, has long been considered less harmful because it lacks the energy to break chemical bonds.
However, recent studies have shown that non-ionizing radiation can still cause significant biological effects, particularly with long-term exposure. These effects include an increased risk of cancer, reproductive issues, and neurological disorders. Despite this, the wireless industry, much like the pharmaceutical companies during the early stages of the pandemic, continues to claim that EMR exposure is harmless.
Non-Thermal Effects of EMR
The wireless industry focuses heavily on the thermal effects of radiation—the heat generated when the body absorbs EMR. However, as with the early studies on mRNA vaccines that ignored long-term side effects, this narrow focus ignores the non-thermal biological effects of EMR.
Non-thermal effects of EMR can disrupt biological processes, including DNA repair, hormone regulation, and cell signaling. These disruptions can lead to a wide range of health issues, including cancer, infertility, and neurological disorders. By ignoring these non-thermal effects, the wireless industry is able to continue marketing its products as safe, much like how early vaccine manufacturers ignored or downplayed SAEs in their clinical trials.
Shielding Through Regulatory Agencies
The FCC’s Outdated Guidelines
Just as Thoene highlights the role of regulatory bodies in promoting mRNA vaccines, the wireless industry has successfully lobbied the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to maintain outdated safety guidelines for EMR exposure. The FCC’s current standards, established in the 1990s, focus solely on thermal effects and do not account for the growing body of research on non-thermal biological effects.
In the same way that vaccine manufacturers influenced public health agencies during the pandemic, the wireless industry has managed to keep the FCC’s guidelines woefully out of date. This allows the industry to continue selling products that expose consumers to potentially dangerous levels of radiation without facing any meaningful regulation.
The Wireless Industry’s Influence on the FCC
Much like the pharmaceutical industry’s influence on regulatory agencies during the pandemic, the wireless industry has successfully lobbied to prevent the FCC from updating its guidelines to reflect modern science. Thoene’s paper points out that it wasn’t until 2022 that independent voices began calling for a re-evaluation of the mRNA vaccine safety guidelines. Similarly, the wireless industry has managed to delay any meaningful updates to EMR safety standards, despite mounting evidence of harm.
In 2020, organizations like the Environmental Health Trust challenged the FCC’s outdated guidelines in court, arguing that they fail to account for the non-thermal effects of EMR. While the court ruled that the FCC must revisit its safety standards, the wireless industry continues to fight any attempts to strengthen regulations, much like how pharmaceutical companies resisted any negative changes to vaccine safety standards during the pandemic.
The Danger of Entropic Waste
What is Entropic Waste?
One of the most insidious effects of EMR is the creation of “entropic waste”—the chaotic, disordered energy that disrupts the body’s bioelectric networks. Thoene’s paper makes it clear that public health messaging during the pandemic focused solely on the immediate benefits of mRNA vaccines, ignoring the long-term “entropic” chaos caused by severe adverse events like myocarditis or neurological damage. Similarly, the wireless industry continues to downplay the disruptive effects of EMR on the body’s natural bioelectric networks.
Studies have shown that prolonged exposure to EMR can lead to significant disruptions in the body’s ability to regulate essential processes like hormone production, cell signaling, and neural activity. This disruption is particularly concerning when it comes to children and adolescents, whose developing bodies are more vulnerable to these chaotic energy forces.
Conclusion: The Need for Transparency and Regulation
Just as Thoene’s paper revealed how the pharmaceutical industry manipulated science to promote mRNA vaccines, the wireless industry is employing similar tactics to downplay the risks of EMR exposure. By funding biased research, controlling the media narrative, and influencing regulatory agencies, the wireless industry has created a false sense of security around its products, much like the early handling of vaccine safety.
It’s time for the public to demand transparency and stronger regulations. Independent research free from industry influence must guide public health policy. Only then can we ensure that both wireless technology and vaccines are used safely and responsibly. Until that happens, consumers must remain vigilant, questioning the safety claims made by industries that prioritize profits over public health.
