McCrary Institute introduces Threat Beat: a one-stop-shop news site for cybersecurity and national security news and analysis 

WASHINGTON – Today the McCrary Institute for Cyber and Critical Infrastructure Security is proud to unveil Threat Beat, a go-to site for breaking news, analysis and commentary on the stories driving conversation and policy in cybersecurity, national security and critical infrastructure protection.  

In addition to news from leading journalists, Threat Beat will feature independent reporting and analysis providing the all-important context on must-know, fast-moving cybersecurity and national security stories. It will also spotlight reports from leading cybersecurity and tech companies, think tanks and academia, plus real-time alerts from government agencies, an up-to-date calendar flagging the best events and upcoming congressional hearings and more.  

“In a world of nonstop headlines, Threat Beat delivers what matters most—relevant news, expert analysis, and the context you need to understand it all,” said Frank Cilluffo, Director of the McCrary Institute. “Our goal isn’t just to inform—it’s to build a platform and trusted hub for experts and non-experts alike. It’s for anyone who wants to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving fields of national security, cybersecurity, and critical infrastructure protection. All things cyber. All in one place.”  

“Threat Beat is not only a vital hub for the security community, but a trusted destination for anyone seeking straightforward news and analysis about the security of infrastructure lifelines that power neighborhoods across the globe,” said Threat Beat Executive Editor Bridget Johnson. “We’re excited to bring readers our thought leaders and reporters alongside leading journalists representing a range of reliable news sources to deliver a comprehensive picture of cyber and physical threats that imperil our communities’ critical infrastructure.” 

Threat Beat takes advantage of the expertise from the Auburn University’s McCrary Institute and builds on the daily news and analysis many have come to trust in the morning Cyber Briefing newsletter sharing the top five cyber stories of the day as well as the weekly Cyber Focus podcast.