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Exponential innovation is causing exponential disruption
Exponential innovation is causing exponential disruption
Exponential innovation is causing exponential disruption
The Office of the Director of National Intelligence’s (ODNI) 2024 Annual Threat Assessment identifies the People’s Republic of China (PRC) as a significant competitor in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI). The assessment underscores China’s strategic intent to leverage AI advancements to bolster its military capabilities, enhance economic competitiveness, and expand its global influence. China’s integration…
China-backed Advanced Persistent Threat Silk Typhoon is shifting focus to IT supply chains, aiming to breach critical infrastructure and corporate networks. Their evolving tactics pose heightened security risks for businesses and governments worldwide.
Several news outlets reported that the United States was putting a pause on Department of Defense cyber operations against Russia.
The modern threat landscape demands immediate action in revolutionizing how organizations approach security, risk assessment, and strategic planning. The implementation of hybrid AI-human red teams isn’t just an evolution in organizational resilience — it’s an imperative for survival in today’s rapidly changing environment. The Urgent Challenge Before Us Organizations face a perfect storm of vulnerabilities in their traditional…
The debate over Bitcoin’s role in corporate treasury strategy has intensified, with proponents touting it as a hedge against inflation and detractors warning of its extreme volatility and regulatory uncertainties.
For years DoD has struggled to avoid the temptation of buying software the way they buy aircraft carriers. Leaders have long recognized that it is more efficient, effective and overall smarter to buy commercial software instead of developing it in house or running inefficient, wasteful large scale development contracts to build custom solutions. And when…
This week’s member only OODA network dispatch covers pivotal developments across technology, national security, and cybersecurity.
No one outside of the DoD inner circle and Cyber Command leadership will know the reality of what commands were given by the SecDef to Cyber Command. That is by design
This post is designed to inform OODA network members who could not attend our February member meeting. Focus of the session was the critical importance of Open Source AI as a national security imperative.
Like any modern weapon, there are certain advantages to using cyber attacks as a tactical\first strike weapon that could occur near tandemly with a kinetic assault, achieving surprise while inspiring uncertainty in both civilian and military audiences, providing critical momentum to the aggressor.
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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