Notifications of compromised data are almost a daily occurrence and reflect the reality that once-secure boundaries have become breachable and open to manipulation, extortion and theft – part of a concept we surfaced at the turn of this century. We noted that a Battle Over Permeable Borders was underway, resulting in instability and uncertainty, with the “battle” between those with the capabilities to transgress any border and those who try to retain the security of their boundaries. While data breaches and cybersecurity get the most attention, the Battle Over Permeable Borders is occurring in numerous arenas. Today, the offensive side of this battle often includes transgressions of data caches, increased monitoring and surveillance, incursions of critical societal infrastructure and even physical theft. At the same time, defensive or protective efforts by necessity are escalating, with significantly more investment being allocated to entities that offer safety and security solutions.