Problems with online voting.
The alleged involvement of Russia in hacking incidents during the US presidential election period raises questions on the wisdom of online voting. Governments are using technology to extend voting access to more citizens. The resulting larger electorates and increased participation rates would allow for more representative democracies. However, as the Russia allegations indicate, such a move would not be without risks.
States will be forced to demonstrate greater transparency in the processes used to secure elections in order to prove their legitimacy.
Election monitoring will evolve to incorporate computer forensics.
Media and advertising firms will need to deliver political content to a broader, younger audience or risk falling behind social media.
The IT industry and consultancies will see new opportunities to market "secure election" products and services.
Political parties and candidates, especially in the United States, will invest heavily in cyber security to protect key data.
