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Mark Aslett
May 21, 20242 min read
Artificial Intelligence on the Battlefield: Navigating the Minefield of National Security
FT Article: Military is the missing word in AI safety discussions In a world that's increasingly embracing artificial intelligence (AI)...
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Mark Aslett
May 20, 20242 min read
U.S. National Security and the New Space Race: Russia's Nuclear Antisatellite Developments
WSJ Article: Russia Launched Research Spacecraft for Antisatellite Nuclear Weapon Two Years Ago, U.S. Officials Say A New Space Threat In...
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Mark Aslett
May 14, 20242 min read
The Semiconductor Showdown: Unveiling the Strategic Dimensions of U.S. National Security
Bloomberg Article: Why Making Computer Chips Has Become a New Global Arms Race The global semiconductor industry, pivotal in...
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Mark Aslett
Feb 19, 20242 min read
Unearthing Power: How Wyoming's Rare Earths Redefine U.S. Dominance and Sustainability in the Global Arena
WSJ Article: Wyoming Hits the Rare-Earth Mother Lode The discovery of 2.34 billion metric tons of rare-earth elements near Wheatland,...
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Mark Aslett
Feb 15, 20242 min read
Navigating the Semiconductor Maze: China's Quest for Technological Sovereignty and the Implications for US National Security
The Economist Article: China is quietly reducing its reliance on foreign chip technology In a world increasingly driven by technology,...
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Mark Aslett
Feb 9, 20242 min read
Breaking the Mold: How China's Chiplet Innovation Strategy Could Redefine Global Semiconductor Dynamics
Article MIT Technology Review: Why China is betting on Chiplets In the shadow of stringent US sanctions, the Chinese semiconductor...
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Mark Aslett
Feb 1, 20242 min read
The Double-Edged Sword of America's AI Tech Controls on China: A Tightrope Walk for National Defense
The Economist Article: Why America’s controls on sales of AI tech to China are so leaky The tightening of U.S. restrictions on AI...
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Mark Aslett
Jan 23, 20242 min read
Decoding the Microelectronics Maze: A Strategic Imperative for National Defense
The United States Department of Defense (DoD) faces a critical challenge in modernizing its military systems to meet evolving national...
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Mark Aslett
Jan 22, 20243 min read
Navigating the New Era of Strategic Competition: Key Takeaways for US Defense Innovation from the Atlantic Council Commission
Redefining Defense: Urgent Innovations in US Military Technology Article: Atlantic Council Commission on Defense Innovation Adoption:...
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Mark Aslett
Jan 21, 20242 min read
Can the US Outpace China's Industrial Might? Pentagon's New Strategy Sparks Debate
Interesting Article from the Federal News Network: Pentagon plan calls for ‘generational’ changes to defense industrial base The...
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Mark Aslett
Dec 26, 20232 min read
The Hidden Costs of America's Race to Semiconductor Sovereignty: A National Security Dilemma
The semiconductor industry is, quite literally, the cornerstone of our modern world, deeply entrenched in everything from smartphones and...
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Mark Aslett
Dec 26, 20232 min read
Article 4: Space Surveillance and Hypersonics: The Perfect Marriage for Defense or a Doomsday Recipe?
As we look to the stars for strategic advantages, are we fully prepared to integrate the rapidly advancing field of hypersonics with our...
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Mark Aslett
Dec 26, 20232 min read
Article 3: Space-Based Communications: The Unbreakable Spine of National Defense or the Weakest Link?
It's high time to recognize a pivotal game-changer: Space-based communications for national defense. These aren't just vital lifelines;...
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Mark Aslett
Dec 26, 20232 min read
Article 2: Space-Derived Data: The Invisible Fuel of National Security or a Pandora's Box of Vulnerabilities?
Let's pivot our focus from rockets and satellites to something less visible but equally vital: data derived from space. Space-derived...
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Mark Aslett
Dec 26, 20232 min read
Article 1: Satellites: The Unsung Heroes of National Defense or Our Most Vulnerable Achilles Heel?
When you think of national defense assets, satellites may not be the first things that spring to mind, but they should be. In today’s...
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Mark Aslett
Dec 26, 20232 min read
The New Space Race: An Extravagant Fantasy or The Fourth Domain of Defense?
As the curtains rise on a revitalized space race, it’s tempting to get lost in the allure of Martian colonies and moon bases. However,...
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Mark Aslett
Dec 26, 20231 min read
Cybersecurity: The Billion-Dollar Blind Spot in Defense Electronics?
Cybersecurity is no longer a mere add-on to defense electronics; it's a cornerstone. As we transition into an increasingly digitalized...
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Mark Aslett
Dec 26, 20231 min read
Are AI and Autonomous Systems the Future of Defense Electronics, or Are They a Pandora's Box of Uncontrolled Warfare?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and autonomous systems are not just buzzwords; they're radically transforming industries. But what do these...
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Mark Aslett
Dec 26, 20231 min read
Is Quantum Computing a Double-Edged Sword for the Defense Electronics Industry?
Quantum computing has long been heralded as the future of technology, promising unprecedented computational capabilities. However, as...
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Mark Aslett
Dec 26, 20232 min read
Open Systems Architecture: The High-Tech Elixir for Innovation that Defense Electronics Still Misunderstands
In the high-stakes game of technological innovation, the high-tech industry has been making leaps and bounds, thanks in part to its...
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