EDITO

What if cybersecurity, as the foundation for a well-controlled digital world, became the catalyst for a profound transformation of our societies?

Disruptive technologies have been—and will continue to be—the driving force behind the reshaping of our society. But recently, the upheavals in global value chains have added to this, intensifying power struggles. These disruptions highlight the strategic importance of certain dependencies that are often underestimated, within systems that are increasingly complex, distributed, and sometimes opaque regarding the intentions of those who design or operate them. These dynamics, which affect both states and businesses, call for a collective awakening: we must better manage our critical resources, secure our activities, and build resilient and sustainable strategic autonomy.

Now is the time to assert our ability to regain control: while our attention is often drawn to the extraterritoriality of certain legal provisions, it is actually access to the network itself that is now threatened or constrained, especially when we do not control the protocols, the cloud in all its dimensions, the undersea cables, or the satellites—most of which are owned by non-state actors.

In this context, digital technology stands out as a pillar for recovery, innovation, and sovereignty. As challenges mount (ecological transition, reindustrialization, mastery of AI, employment, defense), a new impetus is needed. There is an urgent need to rethink our model and lay the foundations for a trusted digital ecosystem that is impactful and meaningful.

Cyberspace, the ultimate strategic domain, is redefining the balance of power between states, businesses, and citizens. Who decides? Who protects? Who innovates? In this new digital order, cybersecurity can no longer be seen as a mere cost center. It is a strategic pillar, a driver of competitiveness, and a vector of stability. It places humans back at the heart of the discussion.

This new reality is an opportunity, but only if we know how to seize it. The debate is open.