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Steve Blank, national security, and the dilemma of technology disruption. (Part 2 of 2) [Special Edition]

Sep 29, 2024
Steve Blank, a leading authority on national security innovation and co-founder of the Gordian Knot Center at Stanford, dives into the pressing issues facing the U.S. Department of Defense. He discusses the challenges of adapting to technological disruption, drawing parallels with SpaceX's innovative models. Blank highlights the struggles of traditional budgeting in fostering defense innovation and the critical role of venture capital. He emphasizes the need for creative financing to attract investments and ensure the U.S. preserves peace amid complex global threats.
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  • The U.S. Department of Defense faces significant challenges due to outdated acquisition processes that hinder swift adaptation to evolving technological threats.
  • Effective collaboration between the tech industry and the military is essential for accelerating the adoption of critical defense technologies amidst bureaucratic obstacles.

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