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OVERVIEW OF THE CHALLENGES AND POTENTIAL SOLUTIONS IN SECURING DIGITAL ECOSYSTEM IN THE US

The U.S. federal government has articulated a strategic vision to achieve a fully integrated digital ecosystem by 2033. However, the rapid escalation of cybercrimes presents a formidable challenge to this objective. This research article examines the fundamental components of the U.S. digital ecosystem as delineated in the National Cybersecurity Strategy, encompassing the digital economy, digital power grids, the Internet of Things (IoT), and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Furthermore, it addresses the cybersecurity challenges inherent to these components, highlighting the necessary measures to mitigate these risks and ensure a seamless transition towards the envisioned milestone. Through an extensive literature review, this article identifies the threats and proposes potential solutions to expedite progress towards this goal from a scientific perspective. It provides insights for future advancements and research aimed at securing the digital ecosystem.

Saeed Tabar
University of West Georgia
United States
stabar@westga.edu

 

Gelareh Towhidi
University of West Georgia
United States
gtowhidi@westga.edu

 

Tay Bryant
University of West Georgia
United States
tb00303@westga.edu