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Nov 20, 2025 Discover how NestAI secured €100M to boost defense-focused AI in Europe. Explore Finland's drive for sovereign AI, influenced by its geopolitical stance. Uncover the strategic partnership with Nokia, enhancing secure communications for defense applications. Learn about NestAI's innovative products, from surveillance systems to encrypted models. Delve into the escalating global arms race in military AI, positioning NestAI as a key player in Europe’s future defense landscape.
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Tech's Past Reluctance To Defense Work
- Jaden reflects on past tech industry reluctance to work with defense, citing Google employee pressure as an example.
- He argues employees and companies should support national security contributions when living inside a country.
Sovereign AI For National Security
- Nest AI builds sovereign, secure foundation models so European militaries can run AI privately.
- Running private models reduces dependence on U.S. or Chinese tech for sensitive defense tasks.
Geopolitics Drives Finnish AI Push
- Finland prioritizes secure AI because of its proximity to Russia and recent NATO membership.
- Sovereign models are framed as critical to national survival, not optional tech projects.