The final agenda for the Space Stage at Disrupt 2024 | TechCrunch
TechCrunch Disrupt 2024 introduces a dedicated Space Stage, showcasing the booming space industry and the launch of 'The Space Challenge' pitch competition.
Space CEOs talk about the challenges and opportunities of selling defense tech | TechCrunch
Startup executives emphasize the importance of maintaining focus on either defense or commercial applications to avoid dilution of their mission.
The final agenda for the Space Stage at Disrupt 2024 | TechCrunch
TechCrunch Disrupt 2024 introduces a dedicated Space Stage, showcasing the booming space industry and the launch of 'The Space Challenge' pitch competition.
Space CEOs talk about the challenges and opportunities of selling defense tech | TechCrunch
Startup executives emphasize the importance of maintaining focus on either defense or commercial applications to avoid dilution of their mission.
Waymo picks its next robotaxi, Joby lands more Toyota bucks, and Cybertruck notches its fifth recall | TechCrunch
UP.Summit highlighted the urgent need for innovation in transportation, especially in dual-use technologies for both civilian and military applications.
Commerce to propose rule requiring US industry to report on dual-use AI capabilities
The Department of Commerce is seeking information on dual-use AI models' development for national defense.
Investors, entrepreneurs, and good ideas are becoming collateral damage in the U.S.-China battle over dual-use tech
Globalization faces setbacks due to geopolitics, complicating technology development and highlighting the dual-use dilemma for innovators.
Brussels proposes tightening control over foreign investments made through subsidiaries in Europe
Brussels is proposing tighter control over foreign investments to prevent strategic companies from falling into unwanted hands, mainly Chinese and Middle Eastern countries.
The EU Commission is also seeking to control exports of dual-use technology and monitor European investments in advanced technologies in third countries.
Defense tech and 'resilience' get global funding sources: Here are some top funders | TechCrunch
Startups are tapping into the global military expenditure by focusing on defense tech with dual-use potential and resilience tech.
Investor interest is shifting towards tech solutions that can serve both civilian and military needs, reflecting a societal and venture capital mindset change.
Venture capital firms are increasingly investing in resilience tech startups globally, including in regions affected by recent conflicts like Ukraine and Israel.
The Promise and Peril of AI
The development of AI technology in military applications poses challenges in maintaining human control over its usage.