Dr. Jennifer McArdle

Dr. Jennifer McArdle, U.S. Director of Helsing Inc., discusses the startup's rapid evolution since 2021 and its focus on AI-driven defense technology. She explains how self-learning AI enabled combat capabilities, with real tests on Gripen fighters. Insights from the Ukraine war shaped the HX-2 drone design, emphasizing resilience. McArdle also covers the innovative SG-1 Sea Glider and the challenges of scaling supply chains. With a vision for the future, she highlights the need for human oversight in autonomy and the importance of allied manufacturing cooperation.