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Registration for the AI+ Expo is now live! Join us on June 2-4 in Washington, DC where we will bring together industry, academia, and the public sector for three days of exploring the latest advancements in emerging technology, critical discussions, demos, and so much more. Visit our Substack to learn how to be a part of this can't miss, once-a-year event! https://lnkd.in/eAmgiCBe #SCSPAIExpo2025

We're thrilled to welcome Datenna, Exiger, Divergent 3D, Dakota State University / South Dakota Governor's Office of Economic Development (GOED), SAS, and AMD as sponsors for SCSP's AI+ Expo, June 2-4 in Washington, D.C.! Their support will enrich this vital event focused on America's competitiveness in AI. Learn more and register: https://expo.scsp.ai/

#SCSPTech was represented at the @India-US Forum in New Delhi by President and CEO Ylli Bajraktari and Vice President, Global Affairs, Joe Wang. The forum provided a platform for discussions on the India-US strategic partnership. 🇮🇳🇺🇸

Today's #SCSPTech newsletter features Nandita B.'s analysis on the technological path of AI-driven strategic warning systems and how the Intelligence Community can leverage ongoing developments towards an optimal system. This builds on earlier work and complements our newly released paper, "Applying AI to Strategic Warning," which is out today! Read the full newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/gu5ViTCg Explore the full paper here: https://lnkd.in/gdPJCwvP

Exciting drone action coming up with the United States National Drone Association (USNDA) Velocidrone Leaderboard Playoffs! 🚨 Just 10 days to go. This is just a taste of the drone excitement we're bringing to the AI+ Expo on June 2-4! At the Expo, be sure not to miss our dedicated drone arena featuring assembly workshops, simulators, professional pilot demos, and a unique competition between U.S. Service Members and aspiring enthusiasts – the first of its kind in DC! Register with the USNDA now and then join us at the AI+ Expo for even more drone innovation and insights! USNDA Playoffs: 👉 https://lnkd.in/gyUczHZN AI+ Expo Registration: https://lnkd.in/gM-DE2tn

We’re thrilled to announce that our course “AI in National Security: Integrating AI into Public Missions” developed in  partnership with Coursera, will soon be part of a micro-credential focused on one of the most critical topics of our time: AI + AGI for National Security. Be among the first to explore this cutting-edge program during our AI+ Expo (June 2-4), where innovation meets impact. Join us for live demos, expert panels, and exclusive previews of the course content. As AI continues to transform global power dynamics, it’s vital for public sector professionals, policymakers, and security experts to stay ahead of the curve. This micro-credential is designed to do just that. The program includes: ✅ Establishing the State of Play of AI: Understand where we are now and where we’re heading. ✅ AI in National Security: Integrating AI into Public Sector Missions: Learn how to embed AI into decision-making, operations, and strategy. ✅ AGI in National Security: Explore the implications, opportunities, and risks of advanced AI systems, including Agentic AI, AGI, and ASI.

New episode of Strait Forward out now! 🚨 Join hosts Channing Lee and Libby Lange as they dive into Taiwan's response to escalating challenges with Fei-Fan Lin of Taiwan's National Security Council to unpack: ❗ China’s multi-domain threat ❗Taiwan's defense reforms ❗Lessons learned from the Ukraine war Listen here: https://lnkd.in/ey8aJcrS Watch here: https://lnkd.in/e-zvGSm6

Today, while in New Delhi, I had the honor to interview special guest Minister S. Jaishankar, Minister of Indian External Affairs, for an upcoming episode of #MemosToThePresident! It was a great conversation and I can't wait to share the full episode. Stay tuned!

From cutting-edge tech at the Hackathon to career-defining connections at the Talent Marketplace, insightful book talks, and even a Drone Competition – the AI+ Expo on June 2-4 has something for everyone interested in the future of AI, biotech, and national security! Don't miss out on this unparalleled gathering of bright minds and groundbreaking ideas. Check out today's programming announcement here: https://lnkd.in/gRMATdCj Register here: https://expo.scsp.ai/

Next Monday, #StraitForward hosts Channing Lee and Libby Lange are joined by Fei-Fan Lin, Deputy Secretary-General of Taiwan's National Security Council, to discuss Taiwan's defense strategies in the face of growing pressure. We'll explore everything from asymmetric capabilities to societal resilience. Don't miss it! https://lnkd.in/eshiiZuM