Nitansha Bansal

  • Associate Director
  • cyber@atlanticcouncil.org
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Nitansha Bansal is an associate director with the Cyber Statecraft Initiative (CSI), part of the Atlantic Council Tech Programs. In this role, she leads the Data Rules project, a flagship AI initiative examining how global data governance and emerging AI policies are shaping innovation, economic competitiveness, and national security.

She leads the project’s research, policy engagement, and convening efforts, working with policymakers, technology companies, pharmaceutical and biotechnology firms, and other experts to translate emerging technology policy developments into actionable insights. Her work has been presented to members of Congress, government officials, industry leaders, and international policymakers.

Previously, Bansal’s research focused on commercial spyware and open source software security. She has worked with policymakers and technology leaders in the United States and India, including through engagement with the Indian Parliament on technology and cybersecurity issues.

She holds a master’s in public administration from Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA).