Intelligence, National Security, and Technology Program

The Intelligence, National Security, and Technology (INT) program provides a vision for the future of intelligence, anticipates developments in technology, and explains the implications for national security

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Our team delivers critical insights on how the government, industry, and other innovators should prioritize today to position for a future marked by security uncertainty and rapid technological change. Our Director, Emily Harding, spent her government career leading teams through multiple national security crises and disruptive change. At CSIS she has established herself as a forward-looking leading thinker on intelligence issues.

INT convenes thought leaders to unravel the complex effects of technological disruptions; produces rigorous, scholarly research on the craft of intelligence; and helps policymakers understand how technology will shape global security dynamics. Our mission is to provide timely, relevant, approachable analysis and clear-eyed, actionable recommendations to shape the future of intelligence.

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Protecting Subsea Cables: Detect to Deter, Sue to Secure

Subsea cables power global commerce. Though rare, cable attacks impose real costs. But leading technologies are democratizing maritime data and deterring would-be saboteurs. To further deter intentional cable attacks, cable owners should aggressively pursue legal remedies. 

Commentary by Joel Coito — December 12, 2025

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Advancements in technology are moving faster than the speed of government. CSIS/ISP created this database of recommendations to help Congress, the Intelligence Community, and Department of Defense find and implement ideas for using technology to bolster our national defense.

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Investing in Ukraine: Folly or Wisdom?

An audio version of “⁠⁠Investing in Ukraine: Folly or Wisdom?⁠⁠,” a new commentary by CSIS's Emily Harding. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

Podcast Episode by Emily Harding — May 2, 2025

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Investing in Ukraine: Folly or Wisdom?

Supporting Ukraine now is one of the best investments the U.S. can make this century. It unlocks major business opportunities for U.S. companies, invests in cutting-edge innovation, and deters further aggression from China and Russia against U.S. allies.

Commentary by Emily Harding — May 2, 2025

The Truth of the Matter

A Drone and Ground View From Ukraine

CSIS’ Emily Harding joins the podcast to discuss observations from her recent visit to Ukraine including drone warfare, the state of the battlefield, U.S. and European support as well as the mining deal forged by President Trump and President Zelensky.

Podcast Episode by H. Andrew Schwartz and Emily Harding — May 2, 2025

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What Happened at the Trump Administration’s Annual Threat Assessment Hearing?

At the worldwide threats hearings, the Trump administration’s top intelligence officials named illicit drug actors, China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea as top threats to the United States. But questions about the Signal chat largely overshadowed the hearings.

Commentary by Emily Harding and Julia Dickson — March 27, 2025

Russia’s War in Ukraine and the Prospects for Peace

Three years after Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the war continues to rage. But peace negotiations have now begun. How has the war evolved? And what are the prospects for peace? Join the CSIS Defense and Security Department for a virtual discussion on the state of the conflict.

Event — February 24, 2025

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The First Step for Making Government More Efficient: Fix Cyber Budgets

An audio version of “The First Step for Making Government More Efficient: Fix Cyber Budgets,” a new commentary by CSIS's Julia Dickson and Emily Harding. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

Podcast Episode by Julia Dickson and Emily Harding — February 13, 2025

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Putin Thinks He Can Win: Why Would He Negotiate?

An audio version of “Putin Thinks He Can Win: Why Would He Negotiate?,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Emily Harding and Aosheng Pusztaszeri. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs. 

Podcast Episode by Emily Harding and Aosheng Pusztaszeri — December 19, 2024

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Winning the Peace Means Winning the Information War

An audio version of “Winning the Peace Means Winning the Information War,” a new commentary by CSIS’s Emily Harding and Julia Dickson. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs. 

Podcast Episode by Emily Harding and Julia Dickson — December 19, 2024

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