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The National Security Institute Cyber and Tech Center
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CTRL+F provides a deep-dive into emerging technologies, dissects the ever-evolving landscape of tech policy, and uncovers the scientific breakthroughs that are reshaping our world. Each series of CTRL + F is dedicated to exploring a particular facet of the technological revolution, whether it's the rise of artificial intelligence, the implications of blockchain technology, or the future of cybersecurity. Our first episode will go live on Tuesday, July 9! These are conversations you don't want to miss! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 4d ago

    2026 National Cyber Innovation Forum: A View from the Hill Pt. 1

    Today on CTRL+F, we jump into part one of the fourth session from the 2026 National Cyber Innovation Forum. Founder and Executive Director of the National Security Institute, Jamil Jaffer, Congressman Don Bacon of Nebraska, and Congressman James Walkinshaw of Virginia join together to discuss how Congressional leadership is shaping the policies, oversight, and investments that will define America’s cybersecurity and national security posture. What are the things to be watching out for within the cyber domain? What are Congress’ priorities when it comes to addressing cyber threats? What role should the government play in defending the nation’s cyber domain? Check out the answers to these questions and more in this episode of CTRL+F. @RepDonBacon @JamesWalkinshaw @jamil_n_jaffer Like what we're doing here?  Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe.    And don't forget to follow @NSI_CTC on X! We are also on YouTube; watch today's episode here: https://youtu.be/Tes1BS9mV_c Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  2. 6d ago

    2026 National Cyber Innovation Forum: The Security Leaders Roundtable Pt. 2

    Today on CTRL+F, we continue into part 2 of the third session from the 2026 National Cyber Innovation Forum. Senior Fellow at the Center for European Policy Analysis, Laura Galante, the Director of Security and Intelligence with the State of New York, Colin Ahern, the Head of Cyber & National Security Policy at Anthropic, Rob Bair, the President of Schellman, Doug Barbin, and the President of Forescout Government Systems, Mike Walsh, join together to discuss a rapidly evolving landscape shaped by artificial intelligence, expanding attack surfaces, and increasing regulatory demands. This session will further examine how organizations are securing critical infrastructure, governing frontier AI, strengthening assurance, and improving visibility across cyber-physical environments to build resilience and maintain trust in an era of persistent cyber threats. How are cybersecurity, cyber operations, and intelligence coordinated across the state level? How do leaders think about scale and the general public when it comes to security issues? What does Anthropic’s Mythos model look like from the eyes of an Anthropic leader, and how do we make it safer? Check out the answers to these questions and more in this episode of CTRL+F. @LauraLGalante @DougBarbin Like what we're doing here?  Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe.    And don't forget to follow @NSI_CTC on X! We are also on YouTube; watch today's episode here: https://youtu.be/vmhWruPsco0 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  3. Jul 15

    2026 National Cyber Innovation Forum: The Security Leaders Roundtable Pt. 1

    Today on CTRL+F, we jump into part one of the third session from the 2026 National Cyber Innovation Forum. Senior Fellow at the Center for European Policy Analysis, Laura Galante, the Director of Security and Intelligence with the State of New York, Colin Ahern, the Head of Cyber & National Security Policy at Anthropic, Rob Bair, the President of Schellman, Doug Barbin, and the President of Forescout Government Systems, Mike Walsh, join together to discuss a rapidly evolving landscape shaped by artificial intelligence, expanding attack surfaces, and increasing regulatory demands. This session will examine how organizations are securing critical infrastructure, governing frontier AI, strengthening assurance, and improving visibility across cyber-physical environments to build resilience and maintain trust in an era of persistent cyber threats. How are cybersecurity, cyber operations, and intelligence coordinated across the state level? How do leaders think about scale and the general public when it comes to security issues? What does Anthropic’s Mythos model look like from the eyes of an Anthropic leader, and how do we make it safer? Check out the answers to these questions and more in this episode of CTRL+F. @LauraLGalante @DougBarbin Like what we're doing here?  Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe.    And don't forget to follow @NSI_CTC on X! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  4. Jul 13

    2026 National Cyber Innovation Forum: Working with Industry

    Today on CTRL+F, we continue into the second session from the 2026 National Cyber Innovation Forum. Vice President of Government Affairs at ForeScout Technologies, Alison King, Executive Director of the OT Cyber Coalition and the Strategic Cyber Security Coalition, Tatyana Bolton, and Associate Director of the Joint Cyber Defense Collaborative at CISA, Clayton Romans, join together to discuss the protection of critical infrastructure with collaboration between government and industry. This session will examine how public-private partnerships are strengthening information and operational technology security, improving threat information sharing, and aligning policy and industry action to defend the systems that underpin national security, economic stability, and the digital world.  What are some challenges that Americans are facing now with the weaponization of LLMs? How should the private sector focus their teams and play a role in policy formation? Check out the answers to these questions and more in this episode of CTRL+F. @TechnoTats Like what we're doing here?  Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe.    And don't forget to follow @NSI_CTC on X! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  5. Jul 8

    2026 National Cyber Innovation Forum: Welcome Remarks + President Trump’s Cyber Strategy for America

    Today on CTRL+F, we jump into the first session from the 2026 National Cyber Innovation Forum. NCIF President Andrew McClure and Acting Director of CISA, Nick Andersen, join together to discuss the White House cyber strategy that outlines priorities for ensuring America remains unrivaled in cyberspace. This session will provide an inside look at President Trump’s Cyber Strategy for America and its six pillars for shaping adversary behavior, promoting common sense regulation, modernizing and securing federal government networks, securing critical infrastructure, sustaining superiority in critical and emerging technologies, and building the workforce to win. Given the consistent, rapid emergence of new technology and sophisticated threats, what is the administration doing to help secure innovation while simultaneously promoting AI technologies? What is CISA's role in managing a vulnerability database? What are some key partnerships being executed to help bring new capabilities and technologies to government? Check out the answers to these questions and more in this episode of CTRL+F. @andrewjmcclure @NMAndersen Like what we're doing here?  Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe.    And don't forget to follow @NSI_CTC on X! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  6. Jul 6

    2026 National Cyber Innovation Forum: A Message from the Leaders

    To kick off the second series of CTRL+F, NSI Founder and Executive Director Jamil N. Jaffer is joined by the National Cyber Innovation Forum (NCIF) President Andrew McClure from Forgepoint Capital to discuss the 2026 National Cyber Innovation Forum. They delve into Andrew’s professional background and his pathways to creating the nation’s largest cyber forum that convenes policymakers, investors, entrepreneurs, and government leaders for honest conversations to bolster our nation’s security. How has NCIF evolved since its launch in 2022? What is NCIF designed to accomplish in today’s rapidly advancing technological ecosystem? What will listeners expect to hear from the upcoming episodes in this series? Check out the answers to these questions and more in this episode of CTRL+F. @jamil_n_jaffer @andrewjmcclure Like what we're doing here?  Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe.    And don't forget to follow @NSI_CTC on X! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  7. 12/10/2025

    Live from RNDF: Dan Jablonsky

    As part of our crossover series of Fault Lines and CTRL+F, “Modern Deterrence: Allies, Innovation, and the Future of Defense,” recorded live at the Reagan National Defense Forum, Morgan and Jess speak with Dan Jablonsky, CEO of Ursa Major. They discuss how startups and nontraditionals are reshaping the defense technology landscape, the strategic importance of next-generation rocket propulsion, and the role of manufacturing innovation in strengthening U.S. and allied capabilities.  What role should industry play in modern deterrence? How can the United States accelerate adoption of cutting-edge systems while building trust between government and industry? And as emerging threats—from hypersonics to hybrid conflict—challenge traditional military advantage, how can U.S. innovators help maintain the technological edge that underpins American and allied security? @morganlroach @nottvjessjones Like what we're doing here?  Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe.  And don't forget to follow @faultlines_pod and @masonnatsec on Twitter! We are also on YouTube, and watch today's episode here: https://youtu.be/9__6jFUFYoY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  8. 12/19/2024

    RNDF Special Series: Andy Lowery - Exploring the Future of Defense Innovation

    Recorded live at the Reagan National Defense Forum, Jessica Jones and Jamil N. Jaffer sit down with Andy Lowery, CEO of Epirus. A retired Navy Lieutenant Commander and seasoned tech leader, Andy spearheads Epirus’s mission to develop cutting-edge directed energy systems that address modern defense challenges and advance U.S. defense modernization efforts. What are directed energy technologies, like High Power Microwave (HPM) systems, and how are they reshaping defense modernization? What role do these systems play in countering emerging threats like drone swarms and enhancing battlefield capabilities? And what challenges remain in scaling these innovations and integrating them into legacy defense infrastructure? Check out the answers to these questions and more in this special episode of CTRL+F! Stay tuned for more episodes of CTRL+F and our live coverage from RNDF—conversations you won’t want to miss! Also, check out the results of the Reagan National Defense Survey, a public opinion poll that assists elected officials, policymakers, and key stakeholders with understanding how Americans view a wide array of defense, foreign policy, and national security matters, here: https://www.reaganfoundation.org/reagan-institute/centers/peace-through-strength/reagan-national-defense-survey/?srsltid=AfmBOorTgx10UpPhl1z8NRv6e4HiEVhv2rhpLBL2ElKlL7BYB1j7xl6t Follow our experts on Twitter: @jamil_n_jaffer @NotTVJessJones Andy Lowery from @epirus A Special Thanks to The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation & institute! Follow them: @ReaganInstitute Like what we're doing here? Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe. And don't forget to follow @masonnatsec on Twitter! We are also on YouTube, and watch today's episode here: https://youtu.be/NoHnzxXhOiI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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CTRL+F provides a deep-dive into emerging technologies, dissects the ever-evolving landscape of tech policy, and uncovers the scientific breakthroughs that are reshaping our world. Each series of CTRL + F is dedicated to exploring a particular facet of the technological revolution, whether it's the rise of artificial intelligence, the implications of blockchain technology, or the future of cybersecurity. Our first episode will go live on Tuesday, July 9! These are conversations you don't want to miss! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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