New Alliance Formed to Enhance US Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity

• •The Alliance for Critical Infrastructure was launched to improve cybersecurity coordination.
• •Federal budget cuts have led to a reduced role in cybersecurity support for critical infrastructure.
• •Recent discussions in California emphasized the need for enhanced federal support and collaboration.

On May 11, 2026, the Alliance for Critical Infrastructure (ACI) was launched by major corporations including JPMorgan Chase and AT&T to improve cybersecurity coordination among critical infrastructure operators in the U.S. This initiative arises from concerns over the federal government's diminishing role in cybersecurity, particularly following budget cuts and personnel losses. The ACI aims to address shared cybersecurity risks and enhance collaboration across sectors such as energy, telecommunications, and finance. Meanwhile, on May 12, 2026, a roundtable discussion was held in California's Central Valley, led by House Committee on Homeland Security Chairman Andrew R. Garbarino and Rep. Vince Fong, focusing on the evolving cyber threat landscape and the need for better federal support for local infrastructure security. The discussions highlighted the importance of a proactive response to increasingly sophisticated cyber threats targeting essential systems.