The Cyber Statecraft Initiative works at the nexus of geopolitics, technology, and security to craft strategies to help shape the conduct of statecraft and to better inform and secure users. This work extends through the competition of state and non-state actors, the security of the internet and computing systems, the safety of operational technology and physical systems, and the communities of cyberspace. The Initiative convenes a diverse network of passionate and knowledgeable contributors, bridging the gap among technical, policy, and user communities.

Our work

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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Publications

In the News

Oct 31, 2016

Corman Quoted by CNNMoney on the Potential for Election Day Cyber Attacks

By Joshua Corman

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In the News

Oct 28, 2016

Corman Quoted by Christian Science Monitor on Dangers of Internet-Connected Devices

By Joshua Corman

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In the News

Oct 26, 2016

Healey Quoted by PBS on The Democrats’ Hacked Emails

By Jason Healey

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New Atlanticist

Oct 25, 2016

Internet Under Siege: The Cost of Connectivity

By Rachel Ansley

In the rush to produce cost-effective connected devices, not enough focus has been placed on security measures. The cost of such inattention became evident on October 21 when hackers exploited vulnerabilities in hundreds of thousands of everyday devices, including baby monitors and cameras, to cripple the Internet. This attack was merely a sign of things […]

Cybersecurity
Security & Defense

In the News

Oct 25, 2016

Corman Quoted by POLITICO on Taking Action on the Dyn Attack

By Joshua Corman

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In the News

Oct 25, 2016

Corman Quoted by CNN on Lack of Defense Against US Cyber Attack

By Joshua Corman

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In the News

Oct 24, 2016

Corman Quoted by The Security Ledger on Need For More Security in Cyber Attacks

By Joshua Corman

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In the News

Oct 24, 2016

Corman Quoted by Nextgov on Lagging Internet Security

By Joshua Corman

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In the News

Oct 24, 2016

Corman Quoted by Seeker on ‘Dark Web’ Hackers

By Joshua Corman

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In the News

Oct 24, 2016

Corman Quoted by The Hill on Stopping Cyber Attacks

By Joshua Corman

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The Atlantic Council’s Cyber Statecraft Initiative, part of the Atlantic Council Technology Programs, works at the nexus of geopolitics and cybersecurity to craft strategies to help shape the conduct of statecraft and to better inform and secure users of technology.

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