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AI and NC3
Pioneering action-oriented efforts to explore how advanced AI capabilities will be integrated into nuclear command, control, and communications
AI Antitrust and National Security
Exploring how to more effectively account for national security considerations in AI antitrust cases while respecting precedent, scope, and the core principles of antitrust law
AI Risk Reduction Initiative
Assessing the emerging risks and opportunities of AI foundation models and developing risk reduction strategies
AI Chip Export Control Initiative
Safeguarding U.S. national competitiveness by closing critical compliance and enforcement gaps
AI Risk Barometer
Measuring national security professionals’ perceptions of AI futures through a technically-informed survey
CATALINK
Preventing the onset or escalation of conflict by building a resilient global communications system
Energy FIRST
Powering U.S. and allied security & prosperity through a resilient energy future
Ransomware Task Force (RTF)
Combating the ransomware threat with a cross-sector approach
Religious Voices and Responsible AI
Engaging religious communities on safe and beneficial AI
SL5 Task Force
Strengthening AI security through a multistakeholder approach
UnDisruptable27
Driving more resilient lifeline critical infrastructure for our communities
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Delivering results requires a critical action think tank
Our role as a 501(c)(3) critical action think tank has never been more crucial. As technology empowers us, it also brings incredible challenges. We help accelerate its benefits while keeping individuals, businesses, governments, and society safe from harm. On Giving Tuesday, we extend our sincere thanks to all of our supporters. Our work would not be possible without you. To celebrate, IST CEO Philip Reiner shares his reflections on the last year, our impact, and why what we do is so important.
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December 3, 2024
Announcement
IST Adds Cyber and Intelligence Community Expert Andrew Boyd to Board of Directors
The Institute for Security and Technology today announced the addition of Andrew Boyd as a member of our Board of Directors. As a member of the Board of Directors, Andrew will support the work of IST and provide mission-based leadership and strategic governance.
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February 29, 2024
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Eric Davis Joins IST as Senior Vice President for Special Projects
The Institute for Security and Technology announced on December 20, 2023 the addition of Eric Davis as Senior Vice President for Special Projects. In this role, Eric will advance IST’s overall vision and strategy, and lead and support initiatives across IST’s pillars.
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December 20, 2023
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Nile Johnson Joins IST to Lead Applied Trust and Safety Practice
The Institute for Security and Technology announced today the addition of Nile Johnson as the Senior Director for Applied Trust and Safety.
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September 12, 2023
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Ben Purser Joins IST as Vice President for Geostrategic Risk
The Institute for Security and Technology announced today the addition of Ben Purser as Vice President for Geostrategic Risk.
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September 6, 2023
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IST Builds Technical Expertise with Addition of Silas Cutler
The Institute for Security and Technology (IST) is excited to announce a new addition to its expanding team. Silas Cutler, an experienced cybersecurity researcher and malware analyst, joins IST as the Senior Director for Cyber Threat Research and Analysis.
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September 7, 2022
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IST Announces Addition of Research Staff
The Institute for Security and Technology is delighted to announce two new additions to our growing team. These team members will further IST’s mission to design solutions that enhance the security of the global commons.
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August 1, 2022
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IST Announces Addition of Three Experts to Growing Team
The Institute for Security and Technology is thrilled to announce talented new additions to our growing team. These staff members will further IST’s mission to design solutions that enhance the security of the global commons.
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July 19, 2022
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IST Announces Latest Additions
IST is energized and excited to announce a slate of talented new additions to our Board of Directors, our Team, and our slate of Adjunct Advisors as we continue to expand our capacity and reach.
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March 9, 2022
Blog
Statement Reflecting on the Attack on the Capitol
That the outcome of the election was fulfilled was the result of physical and ideological resolve crucial to the will of democracy. IST shares this resolve.
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January 6, 2022
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IST’s 2021 in Review
2021 has been a long year of unprecedented security dilemmas: from the proliferation of ransomware attacks to the contested information environment, to new issues like cognitive security. Through it all, IST has been there, working with you to help flip the script. Thank you.
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December 20, 2021
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IST Announces New Personnel, New Initiative
IST is excited to announce the addition of four new team members: Megan Stifel, Yaël Eisenstat, Zoë Brammer, and Lauren Pompey.
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November 1, 2021
Event
May 25, 2021 12:00 am
StratTech: IST’s Inaugural Conference
StratTech, IST’s inaugural conference, examined novel, radical, and strategic approaches to the wicked problems facing the diagonals through which security and technology intersect. IST is committed to being a convener, bringing together government, industry, and civil society leaders and practitioners to better understand and advance solutions to the world’s toughest security challenges.
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May 25, 2021
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Institute for Security and Technology Launches Future Digital Security Leaders Fellowship
The Institute for Security and Technology (IST) is now accepting applications for its inaugural Future Digital Security Leaders Fellowship cohort. The Bay Area nonprofit research organization will provide on-the-job training opportunities for young, aspiring security professionals in an effort to bring diverse experiences to national security research, policy, and innovation.
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August 12, 2020
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Public Launch of the Institute for Security and Technology’s Strategic Advisory Board
The brand new West Coast-based Institute for Security and Technology (IST) is honored to announce the inaugural members of its Strategic Advisory Board: Gen. Joseph Votel (ret.), Dr. Sarah Sewall, Dr. Eliot Cohen, William Jeffrey, Dr. Marty Hellman, Bruce McConnell, and Leslie S. DeWitt.
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August 6, 2020
Event
August 4, 2020 10:30 am
Launch Event of the Institute for Security and Technology
In celebration of our evolution from Technology for Global Security to The Institute for Security and Technology (IST), we hosted a rebrand and relaunch event on August 4, 2020.
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August 4, 2020
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