In a world increasingly reliant on digital technologies, cybersecurity is paramount. My journey into this field began during my master’s at Quaid-i-Azam University, where I was the first in the School of Politics to explore cybersecurity in my thesis, guided by Dr. Jaspal. Later, at MIT and the University of Massachusetts, I deepened my research on cyberspace’s impact on terrorism, security, and strategic competition. This led to the development of Cyber Influence Theory (CIT), which addresses the unique challenges of cyberspace in global politics. My book offers insights into these issues, while my next work will focus on AI's role in politics and foreign affairs.