CTA Webinar: Shaken and Stirred - Geopolitics and Cybersecurity in 2026

Value of the Information & Strength of the Argument

The webinar provides valuable insights from practitioners with deep experience in government and industry. The argumentation is solid, grounded in real-world examples from recent conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. The panelists effectively challenge common assumptions, such as the expectation of cyber Armageddon, and offer nuanced perspectives on the role of cyber in modern warfare. However, the discussion is largely anecdotal and lacks quantitative data or specific case studies, which could strengthen the arguments. The value lies in the diverse viewpoints and the emphasis on often-overlooked aspects like information warfare and supply chain vulnerabilities.

Scientific Rigor, Source Quality, Title Accuracy

The webinar maintains a high level of rigor, with panelists citing their professional experiences and referencing general trends without specific sources. The title accurately reflects the content, which is a discussion of geopolitical influences on cybersecurity. The lack of formal citations is typical for a panel discussion, but the credibility of the speakers adds weight to the opinions expressed. The content is well-structured, with each panelist contributing unique perspectives, and the moderation by Michael Daniel keeps the discussion focused. Overall, the title is appropriate, and the content is reliable given the expertise of the speakers.

The title accurately reflects the content, which discusses the impact of geopolitical turmoil on cybersecurity.

7/10

Panel of recognized experts with extensive experience in cybersecurity and geopolitics, providing informed perspectives. However, the discussion is largely opinion-based and lacks specific data or citations, limiting its verifiability.

Markers derived by PSI from the transcript: the creator did not define chapters.

• 00:00Introduction by Michael Daniel and panelist introductions.
• 03:00Christopher Painter discusses how geopolitics has always driven cybersecurity and what makes the current situation different.
• 07:00Anna Collard provides an African perspective on geopolitical influences and the need for capacity building.
• 10:00Sergey Shykevich talks about the integration of cyber with kinetic operations and the global nature of threats.
• 15:00Discussion on long-held assumptions being challenged, including cybersecurity as a common good and the rise of cognitive warfare.
• 20:00Christopher Painter comments on the changing role of the US and the importance of capacity building.
• 25:00Sergey Shykevich highlights supply chain targeting in recent conflicts.
• 30:00Panel discusses why cyber war has not met expectations, with Christopher Painter arguing that cyber is not decisive in kinetic conflicts.
• 35:00Anna Collard emphasizes the role of information warfare and cognitive attacks in undermining trust.
• 40:00Concluding remarks on the need for a holistic approach to cybersecurity.

• NATO cognitive warfare paper — Anna Collard references a NATO paper on cognitive warfare.

• World Economic Forum Global Future Council on Cybersecurity — Mentioned by Michael Daniel and Anna Collard as a forum for discussing these issues.