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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
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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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The Hewlett Foundation Cyber Initiative Renews Commitment to the Institute for Security and Technology’s Ongoing Work
The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation Cyber Initiative generously provided $1,000,000 in additional support for the Institute for Security and Technology (IST) for 2022. This funding will allow the organization to expand its work designing solutions to enhance the security of the global commons.
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July 12, 2022
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IST Joins Cyber Civil Defense Initiative
IST is grateful and excited to announce its participation in the Cyber Civil Defense Initiative, a multi-organization effort spearheaded by Craig Newmark to promote effective cybersecurity practices across the whole of society.
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May 2, 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
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Statement on the Russian Invasion of Ukraine
The international community must respond quickly and robustly to deter further aggression—but even a unified response will not return us to the global order of yesterday. Our actions must show with whom we stand and serve to dissuade additional efforts to undermine international stability.
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February 22, 2022
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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 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
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Ransomware Task Force of 60+ Members From Industry, Government, Law Enforcement, Civil Society, and International Organizations Publishes Comprehensive Framework to Combat Ransomware
A coalition of public and private organizations — led by Microsoft, Palo Alto Networks, Rapid7, Resilience, CTA, GCA, GFCE, and IST -- makes public recommendations for global national security policy makers and industry leaders to tackle ransomware.
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April 29, 2021
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Ransomware Task Force to Unveil Comprehensive Framework to Combat Ransomware
60+ Industry, Government, Law Enforcement, Civil Society, and International Organizations will provide clear recommendations on ransomware mitigation. Homeland Secretary Mayorkas To Deliver Keynote at April 29 Event.
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April 22, 2021
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The Institute for Security and Technology (IST) Launches Multi-Sector Ransomware Task Force (RTF)
The Institute for Security and Technology (IST) — in partnership with a broad coalition of experts in industry, government, law enforcement, nonprofits, cybersecurity insurance, and international organizations — is today launching a new Ransomware Task Force (RTF) to tackle this increasingly prevalent and destructive type of cybercrime.
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December 21, 2020
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The Institute for Security and Technology Announces the Future Digital Security Leaders Fellowship Recipients
It is with great excitement that we announce the recipients of the 2020 Future Digital Security Leaders Fellowship — Leah Walker, Joe Lucas, and Tasha Jhangiani.
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December 4, 2020
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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
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We Are Shedding Our Startup Skin
Four years ago, a small group of national security professionals and California-based entrepreneurs set out to build the premier West Coast-based technology and security nonprofit. Today, Technology for Global Security will relaunch as the Institute for Security and Technology.
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Institute for Security and Technology
July 30, 2020
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