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Exponential innovation is causing exponential disruption
Exponential innovation is causing exponential disruption
Exponential innovation is causing exponential disruption
AI agents, enabled by breakthroughs in large language models (LLMs), are poised to transform industries and redefine human-computer interactions. Yet, their rapid advancement necessitates urgent action to manage risks, ensure accountability, and realize their potential.
Welcome to the speculative design of a world protected from deadly pathogens by AI. MedShield is a groundbreaking AI-powered biodefense system to protect the U.S. from biological threats with military-level precision.
The Biden Administration recently opted to back the UN Cybercrime Treaty despite criticism by technology and security firms that the treaty could be leveraged by some governments to ratchet up internal controlsin and criminalize legitimate security research.
To meet rising energy demands, the U.S. is targeting a tripling of nuclear power by 2050 through the integration of AI and advanced nuclear technologies to boost energy independence and achieve climate goals.
The U.S. is bolstering its national security and EV transition by investing in domestic mineral processing, aiming to reduce reliance on China and secure a resilient supply chain for critical minerals essential to advanced battery manufacturing.
China’s hacking competitions, like the Tianfu Cup, are sharpening the nation’s cybersecurity edge by aligning civilian talent with state-sponsored objectives, revealing a strategic push for dominance in global cyber operations.
AI’s integration into cryptocurrency crime is reshaping digital security, creating sophisticated scams that demand urgent action from cybersecurity and financial experts.
A new theory proposes that consciousness may not simply reside in neuron-to-neuron communication but rather within the electric fields generated by coordinated brain activity, potentially transforming our understanding of awareness itself.
Researchers have discovered that non-neural cells can replicate the classic memory formation process, challenging the idea that memory is exclusive to the brain and opening new avenues for bioengineering, cognitive enhancement, and innovative AI systems inspired by biological processes.
Effective Acceleration (e/acc) is a framework designed to harness technological progress to address the interconnected challenges of our time – focusing on directing technology to create positive and intentional societal outcomes.
Sebastian Mallaby joined the OODAcast for a discussion about the Power Law in venture capital and the rise of the global hedge fund and private equity industries.
Neil Wiley has lead some of the US Intelligence Community’s most important analytical functions. His career in intelligence began as a Naval Intelligence Officer in an operational intelligence center focused on support to critical operational naval missions. He would later serve joint intelligence missions in Europe, would rise to lead all analytical activities at the…
This OODAcast features a fascinating conversation with Michael Gibson, the author of the book “Paper Belt on Fire” who is also the co-founder of the Thiel Fellowship program and the 1517 Fund, both of which focus on identifying unconventional ideas and individuals that can drive disruptive innovation in technology, arts, and science.
In this OODAcast, we talk with Jimmy Soni, the author of the book “The Founders: The Story of PayPal and the Entrepreneurs Who Shaped Silicon Valley”. Jimmy takes a deep, historical look at the founding story of PayPal with detailed analysis, interviews, and access that you won’t find in any other telling of the PayPal…
In this OODAcast we interview one of our close friends and OODA network members, Jen Hoar. Jen is a former journalist-turned-corporate investigator who has leveraged the potent act of asking, and listening, to turn strangers into sources and contacts into clients. Her expertise, which is clearly also her passion, is identifying and interviewing smart people…
Covering technology issues, and specifically cybersecurity as a journalist is a tough endeavor. Some of these technologies are complex as are the security vulnerabilities often inherent in their deployment and making these topics broadly accessible can be a challenge. Many of the underlying issues touch upon national security and civil liberties creating an interesting nexus…
Lawrence Gasman has researched and reported on quantum technologies from the beginning of the discipline of quantum computing. He is now the President of Inside Quantum Technology (IQT), which provides in-depth business intelligence for the quantum technology industry. IQT also runs several major quantum technology conferences as well as a quantum industry news service. On…
In 2020, we launched the OODAcast video and podcast series designed to provide insightful analysis and actionable intelligence to decision makers. In this 100th episode, co-hosts Matt Devost and Bob Gourley review some of the key insights from the series. Matt and Bob also discuss a OODA’s recent assessment of risks and opportunities given the…
While the OODA Loop was been heralded in the domain of conflict, we often find the concept in business and there is no greater business analogy to dogfighting that David Greenberg’s experience as a trader on the floor of the world’s largest physical commodities exchange. David’s job required rapid decision making based on constantly changing…
Katharina McFarland has led change in a wide array of national security domains including Space, Missile Defense, Acquisition and Nuclear Posture. She is a former Assistant Secretary of Defense for Acquisition (ASD(A) and a former Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics and Technology (ASAALT). She currently serves on several corporate boards and as…
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