CrowdStrike has introduced new capabilities in cloud detection and response (CDR) to enhance the speed and effectiveness of security operations in hybrid and multi-cloud environments. These innovations include Real-Time Cloud Detections and Automated Cloud Response Actions, which are designed to reduce mean time to respond (MTTR) and address the increasing sophistication of cloud threats, particularly those linked to China-nexus adversaries. By processing cloud logs in real-time and expanding the library of out-of-the-box indicators of attack (IOAs), CrowdStrike enables security operations center (SOC) teams to identify and respond to advanced adversary behaviors more swiftly. The integration of these capabilities with automated workflows built on CrowdStrike Falcon® Fusion SOAR ensures that threats targeting the cloud control plane can be disrupted instantly, minimizing the time adversaries have to establish persistence. As adversaries leverage emerging technologies like GenAI, CrowdStrike's approach aims to bridge visibility gaps and ensure rapid response, utilizing its Charlotte AI™ capabilities to streamline triage and investigation, thereby advancing the overall efficiency of cloud security operations.