The Current State of Space Security

This presentation provides an overview of the current space security environment and its implications for strategic stability at the space–nuclear nexus. Delivered by Victoria Samson, Chief Director for Space Security and Stability at Secure World Foundation, on January 29, 2026, in Washington, DC, the briefing examines the proliferation of counterspace capabilities, the increasing integration of commercial and military space activities, and emerging escalation risks related to space situational awareness. It also outlines key trends shaping space security in 2026, including the development of the Golden Dome and evolving national security space strategies.