Cyber attacks are becoming focused on targets tied to national security and economic stability. Cyber threats that were once isolated and opportunistic have evolved into powerful tools of national strategy, deployed by foreign governments, criminal organizations and ideological groups. Several key trends are expected to shape the future of cyber conflict:AI will supercharge cyber attacks, making them faster, more stealthy and more automated. As cyber threats become even more multifaceted, it’s clear that U.S. leaders must prepare for everything. Cyber threats are now a core component of national security.