SOF 038: SPECIAL EDITION: Inside the Roundtable - Global Competition and Innovation Era

In this special edition of the Securing Our Future podcast, the team at New North Ventures brings you an exclusive recording from our recent Zoom webinar, now available in podcast format. In this dynamic session, we explore the intersection of commercial innovation and national security, focusing on the rise of dual-use technologies.

Our panel features thought leaders from across sectors discussing the current landscape and future of investing in critical technologies such as AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology. Christina from the Council on Global Competition and Innovation (CGCI) outlines how the organization is aligning public and private investment strategies to enhance national resilience. Jeremy walks us through the evolution of dual-use technologies and the pivotal role of private capital.

Stephanie shares insights into the strategic growth of companies like Palantir and the unique challenges they encounter. 

Don highlights the importance of choosing the right teams and how dual-use strategies present balanced opportunities for both national security and financial returns.

This webinar-turned-podcast episode captures a timely and essential conversation about how innovation, investment, and national interest intersect to secure our future.

00:00 Introduction to Securing Our Future Podcast
00:41 Opening Remarks and Agenda Overview
01:56 Christina on National Security and Economic Resilience
10:08 Jeremy on the History of Dual Use Innovation
18:22 Stephanie's Insights on Bridging Government and Business
28:58 Don's Perspective on Picking Dual Use Winners
37:04 Q&A and Closing Remarks