About Xinanigans

Xinanigans is a geopolitical intelligence brief focused on Xi Jinping’s China. It’s built for risk managers, national security experts, and anyone who reads between the lines of power. We blend strategic insight with precision, cutting through noise to decode what Beijing would rather keep under wraps.

This isn’t about punditry or flashy posting. It’s about pattern recognition, done with purpose.

If you’re here, you’re probably not looking for entertainment. You want to understand what’s really happening, and what Beijing doesn’t want you to see.

On Sources & Method

At Xinanigans, we don’t chase headlines. We dig into doctrines.

Our intelligence is built from primary sources: Chinese military theory, official documents, insider messaging, and subtle signals in language and documentation.

Every post is crafted with the precision of an espionage operation, not a journalist’s quick take. When we decode Beijing, we’re reading over their shoulder, listening in on their unspoken messages.

About the Author

Erika Lafrennie is a global strategist and intelligence consultant who’s briefed everyone from CEOs to warfighters on the edge of conflict. With deep experience in US intelligence and geopolitical risk, she has a knack for tying strategic foresight to operational realities, especially in high-stakes environments.

She leads Cypher Strategies, sits on the board of the Defense Entrepreneurs Forum, and advises top national security leaders.

Erika created Xinanigans to decode Beijing’s signals of power and misdirection and help those steering America’s long game to stay ahead.

You can connect with her on LinkedIn or send an email to inquiries@xinanigans.com.