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AI and Cybersecurity: Experts Convene at National Security Forum

9/14/2025

Summary

Story summary

Salve Regina University and the U.S. Naval War College hosted a Forum on AI and national security on Sept. 10.
NWC President Rear Adm. Darryl Walker stressed the need for collaboration to tackle cybersecurity challenges.
Adm. (ret.) Michael S. Rogers emphasized the importance of education in cyber topics during his keynote address.
Experts participated in a panel discussion on AI's impact on national security.
Future forums will alternate between the institutions, with the next one set for Salve Regina in 2026.

History

Historical Context

The U.S. Department of Defense established the Defense Innovation Unit in 2016 to enhance technological collaboration and address cybersecurity threats, allocating a budget of $30 billion for innovation. This initiative aligns with ongoing discussions on AI and national security, exemplified by the 2023 Forum on AI, involving institutions like Salve Regina University and the U.S. Naval War College, highlighting the importance of strategic dialogue in a digital age.

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Story summary

Salve Regina University and the U.S. Naval War College hosted a Forum on AI and national security on Sept. 10.
NWC President Rear Adm. Darryl Walker stressed the need for collaboration to tackle cybersecurity challenges.
Adm. (ret.) Michael S. Rogers emphasized the importance of education in cyber topics during his keynote address.
Experts participated in a panel discussion on AI's impact on national security.
Future forums will alternate between the institutions, with the next one set for Salve Regina in 2026.

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