Rob Rainhart

Lorenz Meier, co-founder and CEO of Auterion, and Rob Rainhart, COO of Auterion with a military-tech background, dive into the rapid evolution of drone technology. They discuss how their company transitioned from an open-source project to a leader in drone autonomy. The duo highlights the urgent innovations driven by conflicts like Ukraine and examines the challenges of operating in the dual-use tech space. Their insights offer a glimpse into the intersection of commercial innovation and defense, revealing how drones are reshaping military strategies.

Lorenz Meier, Co-founder and CEO of Auterion, shares his firsthand experiences from operations in Kyiv, highlighting how agile engineering has transformed battlefield dynamics. Rob Rainhart, the Chief Operating Officer at Auterion, delves into the global shifts in defense strategies post-Ukraine, affecting areas from the U.S. to the Indo-Pacific. They discuss the staggering increase in drone production and the evolving role of AI in military tactics, emphasizing the need for interoperability and innovative approaches in modern warfare.