Josh Lipsky, Senior Director at the Atlantic Council’s GeoEconomics Center, and Eva Maydell, a Bulgarian MEP, engage in a lively discussion on Europe's geopolitical turmoil under Trump’s leadership. They examine the shifting power dynamics between Europe and the U.S., especially in tech and trade. The duo highlights Europe's struggles for economic relevance while adapting to the new global landscape. They also touch on citizen engagement in environmental decisions and the urgent need for proactive reforms to maintain EU resilience amid rising challenges.

William Jannace is an Assistant Professor at the Eisenhower School focusing on national security, while Josh Lipsky serves as the Senior Director at the Atlantic Council. They delve into the profound connection between business and warfare. Recent conflicts highlight corporate responsibilities in national security. They discuss how the private sector must adapt to geopolitical tensions, the impact of the Russia-Ukraine war, and the significance of elections on global conflict. The duo also examines the evolving role of digital currencies and the future of the U.S. dollar amid geopolitical shifts.

Josh Lipsky, senior director of the Atlantic Council’s GeoEconomics Center, discusses the evolution of financial statecraft, cross-border payments, and the implications for digital currencies. Topics include applying financial statecraft in conflicts, the future of wholesale CBDC in the US, advancements in Chinese cross-border payment systems, and the private sector's role in financial innovation.