Strategic Technologies Program
The Strategic Technologies Program (STP) conducts research on the social, economic, and security challenges created by emerging technologies to inform effective policy solutions and best practices
The STP’s research agenda includes cybersecurity, emerging technologies and innovation, frameworks for digital governance, 5G networks and telecommunications, surveillance and privacy, and the role of technology in power and conflict.
The STP brings together technologists, policymakers, civil society, and business leaders from around the world. In a time when disruptive technologies are reshaping the global economy and society, the program provides pragmatic and data-driven analysis and policy recommendations to face these challenges.
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Program Queries
- Julia Brock
- Program Manager and Research Associate, Strategic Technologies Program
- 202.775.3221
- JBrock@csis.org
Media Queries
- H. Andrew Schwartz
- Chief Communications Officer
- 202.775.3242
- ASchwartz@csis.org
- Sofia Chavez
- Media Relations Manager, External Relations
- 202.775.7317
- SChavez@csis.org
Featured Topics

Cybersecurity

Digital Governance

Innovation and Digital Transformation

Emerging Technologies
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China’s Underwater Power Play: The PRC’s New Subsea Cable-Cutting Ship Spooks International Security Experts
Podcast Episode by Erin L. Murphy and Matt Pearl — April 4, 2025

The Missing Link in the AI Stack: Why Digital Infrastructure Is Essential to U.S. Leadership
Commentary by Navin Girishankar and Matt Pearl — April 3, 2025
The Missing Link in the AI Stack: Why Digital Infrastructure Is Essential to U.S. Leadership
Podcast Episode by Navin Girishankar and Matt Pearl — April 3, 2025

Deterrence Under Pressure: Sustaining U.S.–ROK Cyber Cooperation Against North Korea
Commentary by Sunha Bae — April 1, 2025
Deterrence Under Pressure: Sustaining U.S.–ROK Cyber Cooperation Against North Korea
Podcast Episode by Sunha Bae — April 1, 2025

The ByBit Heist and the Future of U.S. Crypto Regulation
Critical Questions by Taylar Rajic and Julia Brock — March 18, 2025
The ByBit Heist and the Future of U.S. Crypto Regulation
Podcast Episode by Taylar Rajic and Julia Brock — March 18, 2025

Winning the 5G Race While Building the United States’ Golden Dome
Commentary by Matt Pearl and Clete Johnson — March 11, 2025
Winning the 5G Race While Building the United States’ Golden Dome
Podcast Episode by Matt Pearl and Clete Johnson — March 11, 2025

The Quantum Future: A Conversation with Admiral Michael Rogers USN (Ret.)
Event — March 4, 2025