The Cyber Strategy and Information Operations Group meets every Wednesday from 15:30-17:00. It is hybrid meeting format, held in person at Nuffield College in person and online via Teams. Working Group meetings explore a spread of topics concerning cyber strategy, including AI arms control, geopolitics, disinformation, cyber terrorism, and social media dynamics. The weekly sessions are led by a rotating presenter, who will facilitate the week's discussion topic and suggest academic materials for participants to prepare in advance of the meeting. As part of the working group format, there will be opportunities for research collaboration, and group members will often share a working draft of relevant research for constructive feedback and further engagement. Most recently, the group has discussed the topic of disinformation: theoretical approaches, debates about measurement, effectiveness, and case studies. Next week, we will cover the related topics of Countering Disinformation and Strategic Communications undertaken by both state and non-state organizations.

Remaining Michaelmas schedule:

Wednesday, November 24: 15:30-17h - Countering Disinformation and Strategic Communications
Wednesday, December 1, 15:30-17h - topic TBC *
Wednesday, December 8, 15:30-17h - topic TBC*

*Specific topics are confirmed one week in advance, but will likely be one of the following: AI and arms control, the geopolitical dimension to cyber strategy, active measures and technological warfare, digital technologies and (cyber)terrorism.

For further inquiries, please contact Julia Carver at julia.carver@politics.ox.ac.uk. Due to COVID guidelines, please be aware that group attendance may be limited, and it is required to contact Julia in advance for availability.