“The world is changing.

Truth is vanishing.

War is coming.”

  — Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning

This quote may be a line from one of Hollywood’s new blockbusters, but it is resonating eerily with today’s headlines. 

Change…

The pace of tech-driven change in our world is breathtaking. New-tech is nudging its way into all the infrastructures that power our world and sustain our lives.

Truth…?

The rapid expansion of AI into every corner of our civilization is accelerating this societal shift. It’s also powering a flood of “fake news.” Sorting out truth from fiction – always a challenge – is becoming nearly impossible. 

War.

“The world is changing. Truth is vanishing …” and predictions and preparations for war – global war – are quietly, rapidly accelerating. In fact, an honest look at today’s reality might conclude – we’re nearly there. According to the World Economic Forum’s 2025 Global Risk Report, there are more than 110 armed conflicts already going on in the world today. 

In short, as the “President” in the new Mission Impossible movie warns, the risk is extreme. We may not have much time.

In the face of this, what can be done?

The same tools that are bringing us AI and driving unprecedented change can give us the opportunity – if we take it — to give the infrastructures that power our lives rock-solid resilience against even the most extreme scenarios. A handful of dedicated NGOs and corporations are driving these opportunities. Among them, the Electric Infrastructure Security Council has become a recognized leader.

To get involved, visit www.eiscouncil.org, or write to [email protected]

By: Avi Schnurr