In 2021, security experts predict that ethical hackers will play a key role in securing and building confidence in future elections by collaborating with organizations to test voting systems and processes. Governments around the world are expected to adopt vulnerability disclosure as a normal part of being on the internet, recognizing the benefits of transparency and good-faith hacking. State-sponsored attackers are predicted to increase the use of false flag attacks in cyberwarfare efforts, making clear attribution crucial for effective defense. The life-or-death nature of ransomware in healthcare will force innovation in dealing with the epidemic, with hospitals needing to prioritize critical systems and upgrade security measures to prevent potentially fatal attacks.