The Atlantic Council Technology Programs comprises five existing efforts—the Digital Forensic Research Lab (DFRLab), the GeoTech Center, the Cyber Statecraft Initiative, the Democracy + Tech Initiative, and the Capacity Building Initiative. These operations work together to address the geopolitical implications of technology and provide policymakers and global stakeholders necessary research, insights, and convenings to address challenges around global technology and ensure its responsible advancement.

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Books

May 30, 2013

A Fierce Domain: Conflict in Cyberspace, 1986 to 2012

A Fierce Domain: Conflict in Cyberspace, 1986-2012 is the first book of its kind — a comprehensive, accessible history of cyber conflict. A Fierce Domain reaches back to look at the major “wake-up calls,” the major conflicts that have forced the realization that cyberspace is a harsh place where nations and others contest for superiority. […]

Cybersecurity Security & Defense

NATOSource

May 29, 2013

Russia Warns Against NATO Document Legitimizing Cyberwars

By Russia Beyond the Headlines

From Russia Beyond the Headlines:  The 300-page document recently published by the Cooperative Cyber Defense Center for Excellence (NATO CCD COE) has prompted a reaction from several Russian agencies, from the Foreign and Defense ministries to the Security Council and the special services.

Cybersecurity Security & Defense

NATOSource

May 29, 2013

China to Conduct First Cyber War Games

By Ben Blanchard, Reuters

From Ben Blanchard, Reuters:  China will next month conduct its first "digital" technology military exercise, state media said on Wednesday, against growing concern in Washington and elsewhere about Chinese hacking attacks.

Cybersecurity Security & Defense

NATOSource

May 28, 2013

Confidential Report: US Weapons System Designs Compromised by Chinese Cyberspies

By Ellen Nakashima, Washington Post

From Ellen Nakashima, Washington Post:  Designs for many of the nation’s most sensitive advanced weapons systems have been compromised by Chinese hackers, according to a report prepared for the Pentagon and to officials from government and the defense industry.

Cybersecurity Security & Defense

NATOSource

May 28, 2013

New Rules Will Allow Military Commanders to Counterattack Foreign Cyber Threats

By Zachary Fryer-Biggs, Defense News

From Zachary Fryer-Biggs, Defense News:  After three years of grueling internal debate, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs is poised to approve new rules empowering commanders to counter direct cyberattacks with offensive efforts of their own — without White House approval.

Cybersecurity Security & Defense

NATOSource

May 27, 2013

The End of the Euro Hawk, Implications for NATO’s AGS Drone Program

By Justyna Gotkowska, Center for Eastern Studies (Poland)

Drones Technology & Innovation

NATOSource

May 27, 2013

Romanian Ambassador Chosen to be New NATO Assistant Secretary General

By Foreign Ministry of Romania

From Foreign Ministry of Romania:  Foreign Minister Titus Corlăţean welcomes the designation of Ambassador Sorin Ducaru as NATO Assistant Secretary General for Emerging Security Risks.

Cybersecurity Energy & Environment

NATOSource

May 24, 2013

Iran’s Escalating Cyber Campaign Edging US Closer to Retaliation

By Siobhan Gorman and Danny Yadron, Wall Street Journal

From Siobhan Gorman and Danny Yadron, Wall Street Journal:  Iranian-backed hackers have escalated a campaign of cyberassaults against U.S. corporations by launching infiltration and surveillance missions against the computer networks running energy companies

Cybersecurity Energy & Environment

NATOSource

May 24, 2013

EDA Study Discovers Weaknesses in Europe’s Military Cyber Defenses

By European Defense Agency

From European Defense Agency:  The European Defence Agency (EDA) presented on 24 May 2013 results of its stocktaking study of military cyber defence capabilities.

Cybersecurity European Union

NATOSource

May 24, 2013

German Armed Forces Equipping for Cyber War

By Michael Fischer, DPA

Cybersecurity Security & Defense

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