Cyber Defense and Missile Strategy: Navigating Modern Threats

This chapter examines a recent congressional hearing on cyber defense, focusing on the risks posed by Chinese operations like Volt Typhoon and the urgent need for decisive actions against cyber threats. It highlights the complexities of missile defense strategies in the U.S., particularly regarding advanced weaponry such as hypersonic missiles, and critiques current defense capabilities. The speakers emphasize the necessity for improved defense budgets and policies to adequately respond to the dynamic and escalating global security challenges.