Kathleen Hicks

Kathleen Hicks, the United States Deputy Secretary of Defense with extensive experience in defense policy, discusses vital military innovations and the deep ties between defense and technology. She highlights how the DoD is adapting to modern warfare through ethical AI practices and collaboration with the tech sector. The conversation touches on strategies for enhancing military readiness, the importance of reforming defense acquisition processes, and lessons learned from the Ukraine conflict, all while emphasizing a vision for responsible technological integration.