2026 State of Security How Global Fragmentation Is Redefining Conflict Across Cyber, Crime, and Influence

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This report analyzes how global fragmentation in 2025 is reshaping conflict across cyber, crime, and influence operations, leading to increased geopolitical instability and novel threat landscapes.

* Examines the impact of geopolitical fracturing on state behavior in cyberspace and the information environment.
* Details the evolving trends in cybercrime, including the rise of modular criminal ecosystems and AI-driven attacks.
* Provides an outlook for 2026, forecasting increased regional crises, the strategic use of connectivity disruptions, and the growing importance of AI and emerging technologies in conflict.

Tags: geopolitical fragmentation, cyber warfare, cybercrime, artificial intelligence, state-sponsored threats

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