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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.@TechnoTatsLike what we're doing here? Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe.  And don't forget to follow @NSI_CTC on X!

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@NMAndersenLike what we're doing here? Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe.  And don't forget to follow @NSI_CTC on X!

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@andrewjmcclureLike what we're doing here? Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe.  And don't forget to follow @NSI_CTC on X!

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@nottvjessjonesLike 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

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=AfmBOorTgx10UpPhl1z8NRv6e4HiEVhv2rhpLBL2ElKlL7BYB1j7xl6tFollow our experts on Twitter:@jamil_n_jaffer@NotTVJessJonesAndy Lowery from @epirusA Special Thanks to The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation & institute!Follow them: @ReaganInstituteLike 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

Recorded live at the Reagan National Defense Forum, Jamil N. Jaffer and Martha Miller sit down with Raj Shah, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Shield Capital and Chairman of Resilience. A former F-16 pilot and leader of the Pentagon’s Defense Innovation Unit Experimental (DIUx), Raj brings unparalleled expertise in bridging the gap between Silicon Valley innovation and the needs of the U.S. military.How are dual-use technologies shaping the future of defense modernization? What lessons can be learned from public-private collaboration in accelerating innovation? And how can emerging technologies like AI and quantum computing be leveraged to address evolving threats in cybersecurity and beyond?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!Learn more and purchase a copy of Unit X: How the Pentagon and Silicon Valley are Transforming the Future of War here: https://www.amazon.com/Unit-Pentagon-Silicon-Valley-Transforming/dp/1668031388?keywords=unit+x&qid=1698669028&sr=8-1Also, 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=AfmBOorTgx10UpPhl1z8NRv6e4HiEVhv2rhpLBL2ElKlL7BYB1j7xl6tFollow our experts on Twitter:@jamil_n_jaffer@marthamillerdcRaj Shah from @ShieldCapVCA Special Thanks to The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation & institute!Follow them: @ReaganInstituteLike 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/b3wg2JzwZhQ

Recorded live at the Reagan National Defense Forum, Morgan Viña and Jamil N. Jaffer sit down with Brandon Tseng, Co-Founder, President, and Chief Growth Officer of Shield AI. A former Navy SEAL, Brandon leads Shield AI’s mission to develop intelligent autonomous systems that protect service members and civilians in contested environments.How are AI-driven autonomous technologies transforming defense modernization? What role do innovations like autonomous drones play in enhancing situational awareness and battlefield decision-making? What challenges remain in scaling these capabilities and integrating them into existing 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=AfmBOorTgx10UpPhl1z8NRv6e4HiEVhv2rhpLBL2ElKlL7BYB1j7xl6tFollow our experts on Twitter:@jamil_n_jaffer@morganlroach@brandontseng2 from @shieldaitechA Special Thanks to The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation & institute!Follow them: @ReaganInstituteLike 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/FLEXYwBBRL8

Recorded live at the Reagan National Defense Forum, Jessica Jones and Morgan Viña sit down with the Honorable Christine Fox, Senior Fellow at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) and former Acting Deputy Secretary of Defense. As the highest-ranking woman in Pentagon history during her tenure, Ms. Fox brings unparalleled expertise in defense modernization, cost assessment, and fostering technological innovation.How is the Department of Defense navigating the challenges of modernizing legacy systems while investing in cutting-edge technologies like AI and quantum computing? What role do institutions like APL and partnerships with private industry play in shaping the future of multi-domain operations and defense readiness?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!Follow our experts on Twitter:@NotTVJessJones@morganlroach@JHUAPLLike 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/Qs5_eCQFuk0