— Maria Thornton —

Maria Thornton is currently a graduate student at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs in New York City. At SIPA, she is studying International Security Policy with a specific focus on cybersecurity policy. Maria is specifically interested in the intersection of violent extremism, radicalization and cybersecurity/responsible tech policy. Maria became very interested in security policy after spending two years working hands-on with the refugee crisis as an asylum officer focused on Afghanistan, Syria, Yemen and Eritrea.

Bosnia and Herzegovina at a Crossroads for Strengthening Cybersecurity

In today's interconnected world, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence have become critical concerns. Yet, Bosnia and Herzegovina finds itself inadequately prepared to confront these growing threats.