
Arsenal of Democracy
23: Private-Public Partnerships Are the Future of Defense Innovation (feat. Neil Keegan)
Apr 3, 2024
Neil Keegan, co-managing partner and CEO of Marlinspike, discusses the future of defense innovation through private-public partnerships. Topics include the role of venture capital, the need for cutting-edge technologies in defense readiness, the impact of dual-use technologies, and SpaceX's role in revolutionizing defense innovation partnerships.
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- Public-private partnerships, like SpaceX's model, enhance defense innovation and cost efficiency.
- Innovation in defense tech is vital to counter rising global threats; autonomy can boost capabilities.
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The importance of public-private partnerships in defense technology
Public-private partnerships, exemplified by the success of SpaceX, play a crucial role in advancing defense technology and reducing costs. By allowing private sector innovation to merge with government requirements, solutions to complex defense challenges can be achieved more efficiently.
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