A report from two Washington D.C. think tanks reveals that establishing an independent U.S. Cyber Force would cost around $10 billion and take at least a year to implement. This comes amid growing calls from lawmakers for such a specialized unit to better handle cyber threats. The implications are significant, as an independent Cyber Force could potentially offer more focused and rapid responses to cyber attacks, which are becoming increasingly prevalent and sophisticated. This move could signal a shift in how the U.S. approaches national security in the digital age.