<![CDATA[Sparkmind Capital]]>https://sparkmind.capital/security/Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Tue, 27 Oct 2026 20:13:59 GMTSun, 25 Oct 2026 15:59:36 GMT60Colin BrownJoin us for our weekly show, the “Protect Europe Podcast” (PEP), where we interview Founders and Investors building the companies that protect Europe. And dive deep with our monthly podcast “Category Leaders”, where we celebrate enduring European headquartered companies that have “won” their category globally. Last but not least, listen out for "Sparkmind Invested", our fortnightly news and analysis show where we unpack the events that matter and distil the trends for "security curious" investors. episodicColin Browninfo@sparkmind.vcno<![CDATA[Betting on Space, Robotics, Compute | OTB]]>Marcin Hejka grew up in Gdańsk’s old town and went to a high school across the street from the shipyard where Solidarity was born. During strikes, his school sat inside the police cordon. At 20 he was helping write Poland’s foreign investment strategy. At 24 he sat on the board of a listed Polish bank.

He then spent 18 years at Intel Capital. He joined in 1999 to open Central and Eastern Europe, when Polish internet penetration was around 1-2% and all dial-up, and finished as global IC member responsible for every international market except China. He personally led 36 investments, five of which became unicorns. Central and Eastern Europe turned out to be Intel Capital’s best-performing region in the world.

Then he took UiPath to the investment committee twice, at seed and at Series A, and was turned down both times. That was his signal to leave.

In 2017 he co-founded OTB Ventures as a deep tech fund when everyone else in the region was backing SaaS and marketplaces. OTB focuses on space, physical AI, and AI and novel computing, and ICEYE was its fourth investment.

In this episode, Colin Brown and Marcin Hejka cover:

- Growing up at the epicentre of Poland’s fight against communism
- Intel Capital in its founder-led prime under Andy Grove
- Why corporate VC drifts from strategy to tactics
- The UiPath miss, and what it taught him
- Why OTB picked three deep tech verticals instead of one
- How sovereignty turned deep tech from a niche into the mainstream
- OTB’s model: €1–10M first tickets, 8–15% stakes, a board seat and 50% reserves

Chapters
00:00 Intro
01:19 Growing up in Gdańsk next to the shipyard
04:55 The last student strike and a government job at 20
08:57 A priest, a confessional and Poland’s first passports
11:46 Investment banking, Soros and a bank board at 24
14:31 Joining Intel Capital in 1999
17:19 Intel in its founder-led prime
20:46 CEE becomes Intel Capital’s best region
22:33 36 investments, five unicorns
25:22 Why leave Intel?
33:25 Saying no to UiPath, twice
36:16 Founding OTB in 2017
41:22 Sovereignty makes deep tech mainstream
48:06 OTB today: stage, tickets and ownership
54:42 What Marcin is most proud of
56:55 Wrap-up

🔗 OTB Ventures: https://otb.vc/

#DeepTech #VentureCapital #Poland #SpaceTech #Europe #Sovereignty #Podcast

]]>0ecab2cc-d40d-4185-99d1-213710ca0263Tue, 27 Oct 2026 07:30:22 GMT<p>Marcin Hejka grew up in Gdańsk’s old town and went to a high school across the street from the shipyard where Solidarity was born. During strikes, his school sat inside the police cordon. At 20 he was helping write Poland’s foreign investment strategy. At 24 he sat on the board of a listed Polish bank.<br /><br />He then spent 18 years at Intel Capital. He joined in 1999 to open Central and Eastern Europe, when Polish internet penetration was around 1-2% and all dial-up, and finished as global IC member responsible for every international market except China. He personally led 36 investments, five of which became unicorns. Central and Eastern Europe turned out to be Intel Capital’s best-performing region in the world.<br /><br />Then he took UiPath to the investment committee twice, at seed and at Series A, and was turned down both times. That was his signal to leave.<br /><br />In 2017 he co-founded OTB Ventures as a deep tech fund when everyone else in the region was backing SaaS and marketplaces. OTB focuses on space, physical AI, and AI and novel computing, and ICEYE was its fourth investment.<br /><br />In this episode, Colin Brown and Marcin Hejka cover:<br /><br />- Growing up at the epicentre of Poland’s fight against communism<br />- Intel Capital in its founder-led prime under Andy Grove<br />- Why corporate VC drifts from strategy to tactics<br />- The UiPath miss, and what it taught him<br />- Why OTB picked three deep tech verticals instead of one<br />- How sovereignty turned deep tech from a niche into the mainstream<br />- OTB’s model: €1–10M first tickets, 8–15% stakes, a board seat and 50% reserves<br /><br />Chapters<br />00:00 Intro<br />01:19 Growing up in Gdańsk next to the shipyard<br />04:55 The last student strike and a government job at 20<br />08:57 A priest, a confessional and Poland’s first passports<br />11:46 Investment banking, Soros and a bank board at 24<br />14:31 Joining Intel Capital in 1999<br />17:19 Intel in its founder-led prime<br />20:46 CEE becomes Intel Capital’s best region<br />22:33 36 investments, five unicorns<br />25:22 Why leave Intel?<br />33:25 Saying no to UiPath, twice<br />36:16 Founding OTB in 2017<br />41:22 Sovereignty makes deep tech mainstream<br />48:06 OTB today: stage, tickets and ownership<br />54:42 What Marcin is most proud of<br />56:55 Wrap-up<br /><br />🔗 OTB Ventures: <a href="https://otb.vc/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://otb.vc/</a><br /><br />#DeepTech #VentureCapital #Poland #SpaceTech #Europe #Sovereignty #Podcast</p>no00:51:05Betting on Space, Robotics, Compute | OTBfull<![CDATA[BAE Systems: The Company Britain Couldn’t Afford to Lose]]>There was no garage, no single founder, and definitely no master plan.


BAE Systems is what survived when dozens of British companies went through a century of wars, cancellations, nationalisation, privatisation and near-bankruptcy. Hawker, Vickers, Avro, de Havilland, English Electric, Marconi and Royal Ordnance were all absorbed.

Almost all of their names have disappeared.


One company remains.


In 2025, BAE Systems generated £30.7bn in sales and £3.3bn in underlying EBIT. It ended the year with an £83.6bn order backlog and over 111,000 employees.


It builds nuclear submarines, warships, combat aircraft, armoured vehicles, missiles, radar and electronic warfare systems. Its largest market isn't the UK. It's the United States.


In our longest episode yet, Colin Brown and Martti Wallin tell the story in five acts:

- How the Battle of Britain was won by an industrial system, not just "the few"

- Freddie Page, the chauffeur's son who built the Canberra and the Lightning at Warton

- The cancelled TSR-2, and why Britain had to learn to build aircraft with Germany, Italy and France- Nationalisation in 1977, privatisation in 1981, and the record £1.2bn loss that nearly ended it all

- The Marconi deal that created BAE Systems, and why it chose America over a European merger

- Selective sovereignty: what a nation must own, and what it can share with allies

- What Europe should do next with its defence industry


Chapters

00:00 Intro: what does "BAE Systems" actually mean?

09:44 Act 1: Britain at its zenith, Sopwith, Hawker and the Battle of Britain

01:02:23 Act 2: Peace, Warton and the Canberra, the Lightning and the TSR-2

01:52:56 Act 3: Britain learns to share: Jaguar, Tornado and British Aerospace

02:45:34 Act 4: Saudi Arabia, the end of the Cold War, near-collapse and the Marconi deal

03:25:09 Act 5: BAE Systems is born: Astute, America and selective sovereignty

04:06:22 Analysis: what France, Germany, Italy and Sweden did differently

04:29:34 Quintessence

04:33:20 Thank you and next episode: Red Bull

Category Leaders tells the stories of European companies that are best in the world in their category.

Brought to you by SparkMind Capital.

BAE Systems: https://www.baesystems.com/en

Next month: Red Bull. A Thai energy drink, an Austrian toothpaste salesman, and a category that didn't exist until they created it.

#BAESystems #EuropeanIndustry #CategoryLeaders #Podcast

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/BAE-Systems-The-Company-Britain-Couldnt-Afford-to-Lose-e3pn5pfb3e371a8-01cb-4346-aed9-4651f8a9de79Sat, 03 Oct 2026 06:30:00 GMT<p>There was no garage, no single founder, and definitely no master plan. </p><p><br /></p><p>BAE Systems is what survived when dozens of British companies went through a century of wars, cancellations, nationalisation, privatisation and near-bankruptcy. Hawker, Vickers, Avro, de Havilland, English Electric, Marconi and Royal Ordnance were all absorbed. </p><p>Almost all of their names have disappeared. </p><p><br /></p><p>One company remains.</p><p><br /></p><p>In 2025, BAE Systems generated £30.7bn in sales and £3.3bn in underlying EBIT. It ended the year with an £83.6bn order backlog and over 111,000 employees. </p><p><br /></p><p>It builds nuclear submarines, warships, combat aircraft, armoured vehicles, missiles, radar and electronic warfare systems. Its largest market isn't the UK. It's the United States.</p><p><br /></p><p>In our longest episode yet, Colin Brown and Martti Wallin tell the story in five acts:</p><p>- How the Battle of Britain was won by an industrial system, not just "the few"</p><p>- Freddie Page, the chauffeur's son who built the Canberra and the Lightning at Warton</p><p>- The cancelled TSR-2, and why Britain had to learn to build aircraft with Germany, Italy and France- Nationalisation in 1977, privatisation in 1981, and the record £1.2bn loss that nearly ended it all</p><p>- The Marconi deal that created BAE Systems, and why it chose America over a European merger</p><p>- Selective sovereignty: what a nation must own, and what it can share with allies</p><p>- What Europe should do next with its defence industry</p><p><br /></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Intro: what does "BAE Systems" actually mean?</p><p>09:44 Act 1: Britain at its zenith, Sopwith, Hawker and the Battle of Britain</p><p>01:02:23 Act 2: Peace, Warton and the Canberra, the Lightning and the TSR-2</p><p>01:52:56 Act 3: Britain learns to share: Jaguar, Tornado and British Aerospace</p><p>02:45:34 Act 4: Saudi Arabia, the end of the Cold War, near-collapse and the Marconi deal</p><p>03:25:09 Act 5: BAE Systems is born: Astute, America and selective sovereignty</p><p>04:06:22 Analysis: what France, Germany, Italy and Sweden did differently</p><p>04:29:34 Quintessence</p><p>04:33:20 Thank you and next episode: Red Bull</p><p>Category Leaders tells the stories of European companies that are best in the world in their category. </p><p>Brought to you by SparkMind Capital.</p><p>BAE Systems: https://www.baesystems.com/en</p><p>Next month: Red Bull. A Thai energy drink, an Austrian toothpaste salesman, and a category that didn't exist until they created it.</p><p>#BAESystems #EuropeanIndustry #CategoryLeaders #Podcast</p> no04:39:20BAE Systems: The Company Britain Couldn’t Afford to Losefull<![CDATA[Norway Found Oil Twice: The Story of the World’s Most Powerful Sovereign Wealth Fund]]>Norway found oil twice.First, beneath the North Sea.Then, in the global markets.Today, Norway’s Government Pension Fund Global - better known as the Norwegian Sovereign Wealth Fund or Oil Fund - is one of the most extraordinary financial institutions ever created. But the usual story is wrong.It is often told as a simple tale: Norway discovered oil, wise politicians resisted the temptation to spend it, created a sovereign wealth fund, invested the money, and became rich.The real story is much more interesting.Norway did not begin with a perfect plan. It spent the early petroleum revenues, overheated its economy, experienced Dutch disease, and learned the hard way that selling a finite national asset is not the same thing as earning sustainable income.The crucial decisions came earlier - and elsewhere.Before Norway had found commercial quantities of oil, it first had to establish who owned the resources beneath the North Sea. Jens Evensen and the Norwegian state helped secure the legal foundation for Norwegian sovereignty over a huge offshore area.Then came Farouk Al-Kasim, an Iraqi petroleum geologist who arrived in Norway almost by accident and recognised something the Norwegian state could not yet see: owning a resource means very little if you don't have the capability to understand it.His answer was not to throw out the international oil companies. It was to become a knowledgeable customer.Norway built institutions, technical competence, regulation and a domestic petroleum industry capable of negotiating with companies that had decades of experience. Government would set policy. An independent regulator would oversee the resource. Statoil would participate commercially. International companies would still bring capital, technology and competition.That architecture mattered.So did the painful lessons that followed.Norway eventually separated petroleum income from petroleum spending, learned to invest the wealth outside its own small economy, and built the political discipline required to keep the money from simply becoming another source of government spending.The result was not a perfect system created in one brilliant act of foresight.It was a system built through decades of observing, failing, assessing and changing.And that may be the real lesson of Norway.The fund converted a finite geological inheritance into a portfolio of financial assets that future generations can inherit. But money is not the same as capability. Financial returns are not the same as economic resilience. And a sovereign wealth fund is not, by itself, the institution.The institution is the repeated democratic decision not to consume the wealth.Norway has largely answered one enormous question:What will we own after the oil?It now faces another:What will we do after the oil?In this episode of Category Leaders, Colin Brown and Martti Wallin trace the Norwegian story from the first oil negotiations in the 1960s through the creation and evolution of the Oil Fund - and ask what other countries, companies and investors can actually learn from it.This is a story about sovereignty, extraction, capability, institutions, political discipline and the conversion of finite wealth into something that can endure.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Norway-Found-Oil-Twice-The-Story-of-the-Worlds-Most-Powerful-Sovereign-Wealth-Fund-e3nv66a0c4374c8-c649-40af-b6a3-e35c64b47e4dSat, 29 Aug 2026 06:30:00 GMT<p>Norway found oil twice.First, beneath the North Sea.Then, in the global markets.Today, Norway’s Government Pension Fund Global - better known as the Norwegian Sovereign Wealth Fund or Oil Fund - is one of the most extraordinary financial institutions ever created. But the usual story is wrong.It is often told as a simple tale: Norway discovered oil, wise politicians resisted the temptation to spend it, created a sovereign wealth fund, invested the money, and became rich.The real story is much more interesting.Norway did not begin with a perfect plan. It spent the early petroleum revenues, overheated its economy, experienced Dutch disease, and learned the hard way that selling a finite national asset is not the same thing as earning sustainable income.The crucial decisions came earlier - and elsewhere.Before Norway had found commercial quantities of oil, it first had to establish who owned the resources beneath the North Sea. Jens Evensen and the Norwegian state helped secure the legal foundation for Norwegian sovereignty over a huge offshore area.Then came Farouk Al-Kasim, an Iraqi petroleum geologist who arrived in Norway almost by accident and recognised something the Norwegian state could not yet see: owning a resource means very little if you don't have the capability to understand it.His answer was not to throw out the international oil companies. It was to become a knowledgeable customer.Norway built institutions, technical competence, regulation and a domestic petroleum industry capable of negotiating with companies that had decades of experience. Government would set policy. An independent regulator would oversee the resource. Statoil would participate commercially. International companies would still bring capital, technology and competition.That architecture mattered.So did the painful lessons that followed.Norway eventually separated petroleum income from petroleum spending, learned to invest the wealth outside its own small economy, and built the political discipline required to keep the money from simply becoming another source of government spending.The result was not a perfect system created in one brilliant act of foresight.It was a system built through decades of observing, failing, assessing and changing.And that may be the real lesson of Norway.The fund converted a finite geological inheritance into a portfolio of financial assets that future generations can inherit. But money is not the same as capability. Financial returns are not the same as economic resilience. And a sovereign wealth fund is not, by itself, the institution.The institution is the repeated democratic decision not to consume the wealth.Norway has largely answered one enormous question:What will we own after the oil?It now faces another:What will we do after the oil?In this episode of Category Leaders, Colin Brown and Martti Wallin trace the Norwegian story from the first oil negotiations in the 1960s through the creation and evolution of the Oil Fund - and ask what other countries, companies and investors can actually learn from it.This is a story about sovereignty, extraction, capability, institutions, political discipline and the conversion of finite wealth into something that can endure.</p> no03:01:29110Norway Found Oil Twice: The Story of the World’s Most Powerful Sovereign Wealth Fundfull<![CDATA[XRTC, Sauli Kiviranta: The Future of Global Connectivity Is Real-Time and Borderless]]>This Protect Europe Podcast explores XRTC's innovative connectivity technology that extends real-time communication capabilities, solving long-standing latency and connectivity challenges in space, maritime, mining, and enterprise sectors. Discover how this Finnish company leverages advanced algorithms to enable remote operations across the globe.Also do not fly drones from highways in Texas!



]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/XRTC--Sauli-Kiviranta-The-Future-of-Global-Connectivity-Is-Real-Time-and-Borderless-e3j90jh1d90617f-1a54-4601-89fd-41b771d2debfTue, 26 May 2026 13:30:00 GMT<p>This Protect Europe Podcast explores XRTC's innovative connectivity technology that extends real-time communication capabilities, solving long-standing latency and connectivity challenges in space, maritime, mining, and enterprise sectors. Discover how this Finnish company leverages advanced algorithms to enable remote operations across the globe.Also do not fly drones from highways in Texas! </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p> no00:50:30437XRTC, Sauli Kiviranta: The Future of Global Connectivity Is Real-Time and Borderlessfull<![CDATA[Sparkmind Invested EPS 5: Hades, Yubico, SpaceX T16]]>This episode explores cutting-edge innovations in deep tech, including laser mining for critical minerals, AI security solutions, and space laser communications. Martti, Colin and Chris discuss how these technologies enhance European sovereignty, security, and energy independence, highlighting the importance of deep tech leadership.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Sparkmind-Invested-EPS-5-Hades--Yubico--SpaceX-T16-e3h9nff7828de90-68cf-46ce-9b5b-79bcb5d4401cThu, 02 Apr 2026 06:00:00 GMT<p>This episode explores cutting-edge innovations in deep tech, including laser mining for critical minerals, AI security solutions, and space laser communications. Martti, Colin and Chris discuss how these technologies enhance European sovereignty, security, and energy independence, highlighting the importance of deep tech leadership.</p> no00:27:2815Sparkmind Invested EPS 5: Hades, Yubico, SpaceX T16full<![CDATA[ICEYE, Seppo Aaltonen: Delivering Real Time Value at Global Scale...]]>In this episode of the Protect Europe podcast, Colin Brown interviews Seppo Aaltonen, the Vice President for NATO & Nordics, Mission Systems at ICEYE, a leading satellite company. They discuss ICEYEs' innovative radar satellites, their business model serving both civilian and defence sectors, and the growing demand for space-based capabilities amid geopolitical tensions.



]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/ICEYE--Seppo-Aaltonen-Delivering-Real-Time-Value-at-Global-Scale-e3gk871b18bf209-3bba-4be1-8031-1240acafc73dThu, 19 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode of the Protect Europe podcast, Colin Brown interviews Seppo Aaltonen, the Vice President for NATO &amp; Nordics, Mission Systems at ICEYE, a leading satellite company. They discuss ICEYEs' innovative radar satellites, their business model serving both civilian and defence sectors, and the growing demand for space-based capabilities amid geopolitical tensions. </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p> no00:37:50322ICEYE, Seppo Aaltonen: Delivering Real Time Value at Global Scale...full<![CDATA[Essilor Luxottica: The Invisible Monopoly]]>In this month's Category Leaders co-hosts Colin Brown and Martti Wallin tell the story, powers and playbook of Essilor Luxottica! 28B in revenue. 80% of the eyewear industry. Best in the world. Based in Europe.They tell the story of the transformation of eyewear from a medical necessity to a fashion statement, and the strategic moves that led to Essilor and Luxottica's rise to become an invisible monopoly. The narrative highlights the importance of innovation and the future of AI glasses, culminating in the legacy of Leonardo Del Vecchio and the impact on Essilor and Luxottica merger on the eyewear industry.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Essilor-Luxottica-The-Invisible-Monopoly-e3fea64fe60df23-c2a6-47f4-979d-f1632bd6f05aThu, 26 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>In this month's Category Leaders co-hosts Colin Brown and Martti Wallin tell the story, powers and playbook of Essilor Luxottica! 28B in revenue. 80% of the eyewear industry. Best in the world. Based in Europe.They tell the story of the transformation of eyewear from a medical necessity to a fashion statement, and the strategic moves that led to Essilor and Luxottica's rise to become an invisible monopoly. The narrative highlights the importance of innovation and the future of AI glasses, culminating in the legacy of Leonardo Del Vecchio and the impact on Essilor and Luxottica merger on the eyewear industry.</p> no02:03:3715Essilor Luxottica: The Invisible Monopolyfull<![CDATA[Onego Bio - Biology Meets Manufacturing]]>This is a special Protect Europe Podcast (PEP) episode where we dive into what it takes to raise capital for a capital-intensive business. Colin Brown is joined by Maija Itkonen & Chris Landowski (Co-Founders Onego Bio) and Jaakko Soini  (Onvest) to talk about the challenges and massive opportunities of scaling a business that defines "Biology meets Manufacturing".The conversation was recorded live in the Onego Bio office with no visuals.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Onego-Bio---Biology-Meets-Manufacturing-e3eue85d9f8cf7b-5bd8-45b7-a1fd-3ed51e2bf134Thu, 12 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>This is a special Protect Europe Podcast (PEP) episode where we dive into what it takes to raise capital for a capital-intensive business. Colin Brown is joined by Maija Itkonen &amp; Chris Landowski (Co-Founders Onego Bio) and Jaakko Soini  (Onvest) to talk about the challenges and massive opportunities of scaling a business that defines "Biology meets Manufacturing".The conversation was recorded live in the Onego Bio office with no visuals.</p> no00:35:55215Onego Bio - Biology Meets Manufacturingfull<![CDATA[Sparkmind Invested EPS 2: Polish Grid, SandboxAQ, SpaceX]]>In this episode of Sparkmind Invested, Colin, Martti and Chris discuss three events and distil the key trends beneath them. They start with the Polish energy grid breach by a foreign actor, the emergence of Large Quantitative Models (LQMs) in AI, and SpaceX's ambitious plans to deploy a million satellites.

https://cert.pl/en/posts/2026/01/incident-report-energy-sector-2025/

https://www.sandboxaq.com/


https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/31/spacex-seeks-federal-approval-to-launch-1-million-solar-powered-satellite-data-centers/

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Sparkmind-Invested-EPS-2-Polish-Grid--SandboxAQ--SpaceX-e3el1vc1e7d607a-1bbe-4f30-8185-1c8abd361c6dThu, 05 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode of Sparkmind Invested, Colin, Martti and Chris discuss three events and distil the key trends beneath them. They start with the Polish energy grid breach by a foreign actor, the emergence of Large Quantitative Models (LQMs) in AI, and SpaceX's ambitious plans to deploy a million satellites. </p><p><a href="https://cert.pl/en/posts/2026/01/incident-report-energy-sector-2025/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://cert.pl/en/posts/2026/01/incident-report-energy-sector-2025/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.sandboxaq.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.sandboxaq.com/ </a></p><p><br /></p><p><a href="⁠https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/31/spacex-seeks-federal-approval-to-launch-1-million-solar-powered-satellite-data-centers/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/31/spacex-seeks-federal-approval-to-launch-1-million-solar-powered-satellite-data-centers/</a></p> no00:32:3312Sparkmind Invested EPS 2: Polish Grid, SandboxAQ, SpaceXfull<![CDATA[Millog, Rasmus Basilier: Europe’s Defense Awakening: Procurement, War, and the Startup Reality]]>In this podcast episode, Colin Brown interviews Rasmus Basilier, a prominent figure in the defense technology space. Rasmus shares his journey from a childhood dream of becoming a soldier to his current role in defense accelerators and technology validation. The conversation explores the evolving defense ecosystem in Europe, the impact of the Ukraine war on military strategies, and the challenges of procurement in the defense sector. Rasmus emphasizes the importance of validation and testing for defense technologies, the role of logistics and economics in warfare, and the current investment landscape in defense startups. He also highlights innovative companies making strides in the defense space and concludes with thoughts on the future of defense technology and national security.



]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Millog--Rasmus-Basilier-Europes-Defense-Awakening-Procurement--War--and-the-Startup-Reality-e3d78ibf4366f8e-e55b-4fcd-82d9-a7f556c3b73eTue, 06 Jan 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>In this podcast episode, Colin Brown interviews Rasmus Basilier, a prominent figure in the defense technology space. Rasmus shares his journey from a childhood dream of becoming a soldier to his current role in defense accelerators and technology validation. The conversation explores the evolving defense ecosystem in Europe, the impact of the Ukraine war on military strategies, and the challenges of procurement in the defense sector. Rasmus emphasizes the importance of validation and testing for defense technologies, the role of logistics and economics in warfare, and the current investment landscape in defense startups. He also highlights innovative companies making strides in the defense space and concludes with thoughts on the future of defense technology and national security.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p> no00:44:0919Millog, Rasmus Basilier: Europe’s Defense Awakening: Procurement, War, and the Startup Realityfull<![CDATA[UMV Dynamics, Inge Grini: The Race to Build Resilient Defence Manufacturing in Europe]]>This interview explores the innovative approach of UMV Dynamics, a Scandinavian defence company specialising in drone technology, supply chain sovereignty, and industrial-scale manufacturing. The discussion highlights Europe's strategic need for autonomous capabilities, the importance of manufacturing resilience, and the company's plans to support Ukraine and the broader defence ecosystem.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/UMV-Dynamics--Inge-Grini-The-Race-to-Build-Resilient-Defence-Manufacturing-in-Europe-e3jo8u1bffa49a3-f969-4a92-8295-5d91954fe917Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMT<p>This interview explores the innovative approach of UMV Dynamics, a Scandinavian defence company specialising in drone technology, supply chain sovereignty, and industrial-scale manufacturing. The discussion highlights Europe's strategic need for autonomous capabilities, the importance of manufacturing resilience, and the company's plans to support Ukraine and the broader defence ecosystem.</p> no00:45:48543UMV Dynamics, Inge Grini: The Race to Build Resilient Defence Manufacturing in Europefull<![CDATA[Farsight Vision: Viktoriia Yaremchuk, Saving Lives With Next-Generation Reconnaissance Systems!]]>Viktoriia Yaremchuk, CEO of Farsight Vision, shares insights on Ukraine's defence tech, AI-driven reconnaissance, and scaling innovative solutions amidst wartime challenges. Discover how their cutting-edge systems save lives, navigate legal complexities, and foster international collaboration.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Farsight-Vision-Viktoriia-Yaremchuk--Saving-Lives-With-Next-Generation-Reconnaissance-Systems-e3kqbjc6527b115-1c23-4887-b9d3-6b61dd800d28Tue, 07 Jul 2026 07:30:00 GMT<p>Viktoriia Yaremchuk, CEO of Farsight Vision, shares insights on Ukraine's defence tech, AI-driven reconnaissance, and scaling innovative solutions amidst wartime challenges. Discover how their cutting-edge systems save lives, navigate legal complexities, and foster international collaboration.</p> no00:48:21548Farsight Vision: Viktoriia Yaremchuk, Saving Lives With Next-Generation Reconnaissance Systems!full<![CDATA[Occam, Gui Wainwright: Why Autonomous Warfare Is Closer Than Most People Realize!]]>Gui Wainright shares his eclectic journey from NATO machine learning consulting to founding Occam, a company developing autonomous AI for military drones that are being rolled out in Ukraine. This Protect Europe Podcast is not to be missed!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Occam--Gui-Wainwright-Why-Autonomous-Warfare-Is-Closer-Than-Most-People-Realize-e3j5a3v7b4ac1a7-bfdf-4c55-88cf-31d5cb6745c4Tue, 12 May 2026 13:30:00 GMT<p>Gui Wainright shares his eclectic journey from NATO machine learning consulting to founding Occam, a company developing autonomous AI for military drones that are being rolled out in Ukraine. This Protect Europe Podcast is not to be missed! </p> no00:40:47434Occam, Gui Wainwright: Why Autonomous Warfare Is Closer Than Most People Realize!full<![CDATA[Why Nuclear Might Be the Only Way to Decarbonise & De-risk Shipping | Apoorva Prasad, SeAtom]]>What happens when you combine Finland's world-class icebreaker industry with its decades of nuclear expertise?In this episode, Colin Brown sits down with Apoorva Prasad of SeAtom, a Finnish startup building dual-use nuclear systems for maritime shipping - a NATO DIANA cohort graduate developing small-scale reactors that could power everything from cargo vessels to offshore data centers.Global shipping moves 90% of world trade, emits 3% of global carbon, and burns tens of millions of dollars a year in oil per vessel - with no scalable green alternative in sight. Apoorva explains why ammonia, e-fuels and batteries can't do the job at scale, why nuclear is the only real answer, and why Finland - with no military nuclear program, deep icebreaker-building expertise, and Europe's only permanent nuclear waste facility - has an unfair advantage almost nobody else can copy.We cover:Why SeAtom is combining Finland's two strongest industries: maritime engineering and civilian nuclear powerWhy Europe's oil dependence is a national security problem, not just an economic oneWhy Russia's 30+ nuclear icebreakers show what's possible - and why Europe has fallen behindWhy military ships can't run on ammonia or methanol, and what that means for NATO's future fleetLife inside NATO DIANA: the "DARPA of NATO," graduating from a cohort of just 150 startupsA full walkthrough of SeAtom's roadmap - from test reactor to pilot ship to commercial deploymentWhat kind of investor SeAtom is looking for, and why European VCs need to back European advantages instead of chasing American comparisonsA deep dive into energy security, defense tech, and why the next generation of maritime power might be nuclear.Connect & learn more:https://www.linkedin.com/in/apoorvaprasad/https://www.linkedin.com/company/seatom/home/https://www.seatomtech.com/about#NuclearEnergy #MaritimeIndustry #Shipping #EnergySecurity #DefenseTech #Finland #DeepTech #NATO #Investing #CleanEnergy

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Why-Nuclear-Might-Be-the-Only-Way-to-Decarbonise--De-risk-Shipping--Apoorva-Prasad--SeAtom-e3p9h8se48fd3ed-532b-4b28-8f71-63fab3f7583eThu, 24 Sep 2026 06:30:00 GMT<p>What happens when you combine Finland's world-class icebreaker industry with its decades of nuclear expertise?In this episode, Colin Brown sits down with Apoorva Prasad of SeAtom, a Finnish startup building dual-use nuclear systems for maritime shipping - a NATO DIANA cohort graduate developing small-scale reactors that could power everything from cargo vessels to offshore data centers.Global shipping moves 90% of world trade, emits 3% of global carbon, and burns tens of millions of dollars a year in oil per vessel - with no scalable green alternative in sight. Apoorva explains why ammonia, e-fuels and batteries can't do the job at scale, why nuclear is the only real answer, and why Finland - with no military nuclear program, deep icebreaker-building expertise, and Europe's only permanent nuclear waste facility - has an unfair advantage almost nobody else can copy.We cover:Why SeAtom is combining Finland's two strongest industries: maritime engineering and civilian nuclear powerWhy Europe's oil dependence is a national security problem, not just an economic oneWhy Russia's 30+ nuclear icebreakers show what's possible - and why Europe has fallen behindWhy military ships can't run on ammonia or methanol, and what that means for NATO's future fleetLife inside NATO DIANA: the "DARPA of NATO," graduating from a cohort of just 150 startupsA full walkthrough of SeAtom's roadmap - from test reactor to pilot ship to commercial deploymentWhat kind of investor SeAtom is looking for, and why European VCs need to back European advantages instead of chasing American comparisonsA deep dive into energy security, defense tech, and why the next generation of maritime power might be nuclear.Connect &amp; learn more:https://www.linkedin.com/in/apoorvaprasad/https://www.linkedin.com/company/seatom/home/https://www.seatomtech.com/about#NuclearEnergy #MaritimeIndustry #Shipping #EnergySecurity #DefenseTech #Finland #DeepTech #NATO #Investing #CleanEnergy</p> no01:01:0771Why Nuclear Might Be the Only Way to Decarbonise & De-risk Shipping | Apoorva Prasad, SeAtomfull<![CDATA[Teppo Havo & Catharina Candolin: Why Geopolitics Is Reshaping Defense Investment in Europe]]>This episode features a deep discussion on the evolving landscape of Defense industry investments, the role of sustainability, and the impact of geopolitical events like the Ukraine conflict. Teppo and Catharina share their insights on market signals, investment strategies, and the future of Defense tech in Europe.


]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Teppo-Havo--Catharina-Candolin-Why-Geopolitics-Is-Reshaping-Defense-Investment-in-Europe-e3jaeob2553fad3-de90-4706-8040-2b4a24554310Thu, 28 May 2026 13:30:00 GMT<p>This episode features a deep discussion on the evolving landscape of Defense industry investments, the role of sustainability, and the impact of geopolitical events like the Ukraine conflict. Teppo and Catharina share their insights on market signals, investment strategies, and the future of Defense tech in Europe.</p><p><br /></p> no00:46:37438Teppo Havo & Catharina Candolin: Why Geopolitics Is Reshaping Defense Investment in Europefull<![CDATA[The Capital Europe Needs to Keep Its Technology in Europe | Martin Davis | EDT Ventures]]>Europe has the technology. The bigger question is whether Europe has the capital to keep it.In this episode of the Protect Europe Podcast, Colin Brown sits down with Martin Davis, co-founder of EDT Ventures, to explore the intersection of venture capital, emerging technology, national security and European strategic autonomy.Martin's journey has taken him from 11 years in the military, through software and financial services, into venture capital and ultimately into defence and national security investing.Today, EDT Ventures is building around a very specific gap in the European market: later-stage capital for technology businesses with both commercial and national security applications.The fund has launched with €300 million and invests exclusively in European businesses, focusing on emerging disruptive technologies and dual-use capabilities.A major theme of the conversation is the idea of the "kill switch".If a technology becomes critical to Europe's national security or infrastructure, where should the ability to control that technology sit? Martin argues that capital ownership and the structure of a company's cap table can ultimately influence where that control resides.The conversation covers:- Why Europe has a Series A/B and later-stage capital gap- Why strategically important European companies can end up being acquired or funded from outside Europe- The role of €20–30m anchor investments in keeping companies headquartered and controlled in Europe- Why EDT focuses on dual-use rather than single-use defence technology- Emerging disruptive technologies across space, cyber, quantum, communications and more- Why defence can act as an urgent first customer for technologies with much larger commercial markets- The importance of "Act One, Act Two, Act Three" for technology companies- How Ukraine has demonstrated the importance of building capability, not simply products- Why national security and technological sovereignty are becoming increasingly intertwined- Martin's broader investment work across Europe and frontier markets in AfricaThis is a conversation about more than defence investing. It is about capital, technology, sovereignty and Europe's ability to build and retain the capabilities it will need for the next decade.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/The-Capital-Europe-Needs-to-Keep-Its-Technology-in-Europe--Martin-Davis--EDT-Ventures-e3pi9iqb3a2e972-f343-462d-a293-9a9974627af7Tue, 29 Sep 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>Europe has the technology. The bigger question is whether Europe has the capital to keep it.In this episode of the Protect Europe Podcast, Colin Brown sits down with Martin Davis, co-founder of EDT Ventures, to explore the intersection of venture capital, emerging technology, national security and European strategic autonomy.Martin's journey has taken him from 11 years in the military, through software and financial services, into venture capital and ultimately into defence and national security investing.Today, EDT Ventures is building around a very specific gap in the European market: later-stage capital for technology businesses with both commercial and national security applications.The fund has launched with €300 million and invests exclusively in European businesses, focusing on emerging disruptive technologies and dual-use capabilities.A major theme of the conversation is the idea of the "kill switch".If a technology becomes critical to Europe's national security or infrastructure, where should the ability to control that technology sit? Martin argues that capital ownership and the structure of a company's cap table can ultimately influence where that control resides.The conversation covers:- Why Europe has a Series A/B and later-stage capital gap- Why strategically important European companies can end up being acquired or funded from outside Europe- The role of €20–30m anchor investments in keeping companies headquartered and controlled in Europe- Why EDT focuses on dual-use rather than single-use defence technology- Emerging disruptive technologies across space, cyber, quantum, communications and more- Why defence can act as an urgent first customer for technologies with much larger commercial markets- The importance of "Act One, Act Two, Act Three" for technology companies- How Ukraine has demonstrated the importance of building capability, not simply products- Why national security and technological sovereignty are becoming increasingly intertwined- Martin's broader investment work across Europe and frontier markets in AfricaThis is a conversation about more than defence investing. It is about capital, technology, sovereignty and Europe's ability to build and retain the capabilities it will need for the next decade.</p> no00:47:26762The Capital Europe Needs to Keep Its Technology in Europe | Martin Davis | EDT Venturesfull<![CDATA[AI Is Not Ready for the Real World: Jussi Hinkkanen from Fuzu Atlas on Language, Data & Trust]]>AI is getting remarkably good at generating answers.But can it actually understand the world those answers are being used in?That is a much harder problem.In this episode of the Protect Europe Podcast, Colin Brown speaks with Jussi Hinkkanen, founder of Fuzu, about the increasingly important layer between AI models and the real world: human judgment, multilingual data, cultural context, multimodal data, evaluation, governance and trust.The AI industry has spent enormous amounts of time and capital building increasingly capable models. But as those models move into enterprises, regulated industries, new markets and eventually the physical world, another set of problems becomes unavoidable.Does the model understand the language?Does it understand the culture?Has it been trained and evaluated against the reality of the people who will actually use it?Can its performance be tested against the customer's real use case rather than an abstract benchmark?Can companies demonstrate that the system is behaving as intended?And what happens when something goes wrong?Jussi argues that human judgment becomes more important, not less, as AI becomes more capable.Fuzu Atlas is building what Jussi describes as a governance-first workforce for AI, drawing on Fuzu's global talent ecosystem to provide the human expertise needed to make AI systems work in the real world.We also discuss why generic AI benchmarks are becoming less useful, why enterprise data is often nowhere near AI-ready, why governance needs to be built into the process rather than bolted on afterwards, and why ethical labour and cost efficiency do not have to be opposites.Ultimately, this is a conversation about what happens when the AI honeymoon ends.The technology is powerful.Now it has to work.For real customers.In real languages.In real markets.With real consequences.And with safeguards that make the technology a genuine improvement rather than simply a cheaper version of what came before.Learn more about Fuzu Atlas:https://www.fuzu.com/atlas https://www.linkedin.com/company/fuzu-atlas/about/Connect with Jussi:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jussi-hinkkanen/#AI #ArtificialIntelligence #Data #AIData #MultilingualAI #AIGovernance #FuzuAtlas #Europe #Africa #ProtectEurope

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/AI-Is-Not-Ready-for-the-Real-World-Jussi-Hinkkanen-from-Fuzu-Atlas-on-Language--Data--Trust-e3n4mkv00852fc0-374c-4798-bd4a-225132dc7afbTue, 01 Sep 2026 06:30:00 GMT<p>AI is getting remarkably good at generating answers.But can it actually understand the world those answers are being used in?That is a much harder problem.In this episode of the Protect Europe Podcast, Colin Brown speaks with Jussi Hinkkanen, founder of Fuzu, about the increasingly important layer between AI models and the real world: human judgment, multilingual data, cultural context, multimodal data, evaluation, governance and trust.The AI industry has spent enormous amounts of time and capital building increasingly capable models. But as those models move into enterprises, regulated industries, new markets and eventually the physical world, another set of problems becomes unavoidable.Does the model understand the language?Does it understand the culture?Has it been trained and evaluated against the reality of the people who will actually use it?Can its performance be tested against the customer's real use case rather than an abstract benchmark?Can companies demonstrate that the system is behaving as intended?And what happens when something goes wrong?Jussi argues that human judgment becomes more important, not less, as AI becomes more capable.Fuzu Atlas is building what Jussi describes as a governance-first workforce for AI, drawing on Fuzu's global talent ecosystem to provide the human expertise needed to make AI systems work in the real world.We also discuss why generic AI benchmarks are becoming less useful, why enterprise data is often nowhere near AI-ready, why governance needs to be built into the process rather than bolted on afterwards, and why ethical labour and cost efficiency do not have to be opposites.Ultimately, this is a conversation about what happens when the AI honeymoon ends.The technology is powerful.Now it has to work.For real customers.In real languages.In real markets.With real consequences.And with safeguards that make the technology a genuine improvement rather than simply a cheaper version of what came before.Learn more about Fuzu Atlas:https://www.fuzu.com/atlas https://www.linkedin.com/company/fuzu-atlas/about/Connect with Jussi:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jussi-hinkkanen/#AI #ArtificialIntelligence #Data #AIData #MultilingualAI #AIGovernance #FuzuAtlas #Europe #Africa #ProtectEurope</p> no00:43:28656AI Is Not Ready for the Real World: Jussi Hinkkanen from Fuzu Atlas on Language, Data & Trustfull<![CDATA[FORWARD.one: Cailin Greiner, Investing in the Technologies That Will Build Europe's Legacy!]]>In this episode, Cailin from Forward One Ventures shares insights into investing in hardware startups and innovative technologies such as nuclear fusion and perception sensors. Discover how a Dutch venture fund is transforming tech investment and supporting groundbreaking companies.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/FORWARD-one-Cailin-Greiner--Investing-in-the-Technologies-That-Will-Build-Europes-Legacy-e3jc0pe83441ab9-258a-46e5-8fe3-9c034d5bd1b2Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMT<p>In this episode, Cailin from Forward One Ventures shares insights into investing in hardware startups and innovative technologies such as nuclear fusion and perception sensors. Discover how a Dutch venture fund is transforming tech investment and supporting groundbreaking companies.</p> no00:43:15439FORWARD.one: Cailin Greiner, Investing in the Technologies That Will Build Europe's Legacy!full<![CDATA[Maersk: The Box That Built the World]]>This episode of Category Leaders explores the transformative history of global trade and shipping through the story of Denmark's finest Maersk. Discover how oil, containers, automation and scaling ships revolutionised logistics, enabled globalisation, and set the stage for the modern economy.Category Leaders bring you the stories and analysis of "Best in the World based in Europe" companies.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Maersk-The-Box-That-Built-the-World-e3id6rod79c17f0-f8ea-4385-bd0f-ddc1179958bfSat, 25 Apr 2026 06:00:00 GMT<p>This episode of Category Leaders explores the transformative history of global trade and shipping through the story of Denmark's finest Maersk. Discover how oil, containers, automation and scaling ships revolutionised logistics, enabled globalisation, and set the stage for the modern economy.Category Leaders bring you the stories and analysis of "Best in the World based in Europe" companies.</p> no02:40:2517Maersk: The Box That Built the Worldfull<![CDATA[Glazeworks: Hardware is hard ]]>Hardware is hard.It requires capital, specialist talent, expensive equipment and the ability to bring mechanical, electrical and software engineers together to solve problems that cannot be built behind a laptop.That is exactly what Glazeworks is building in Tallinn.In this episode of the Protect Europe Podcast, Colin sits down with Kyle, founder of Glazeworks, a hardware venture studio taking on ambitious challenges across electric mobility, autonomous systems, drones and underwater technology.Glazeworks brings engineers, equipment and infrastructure together under one roof, allowing teams to prototype and test complex hardware faster and more capital efficiently.Inside the episode:* Why Glazeworks is building a venture studio for hardware rather than another traditional startup.* How shared engineering talent and expensive equipment can dramatically reduce the barriers to building complex physical products.* Why Tallinn and Ülemiste City provide a uniquely attractive environment for hardware innovation and testing.* Inside the Glazeworks Lab and “The Oven”, including fabrication facilities, laser cutting and welding, electronics, 3D printing and a dedicated test pool for surface and underwater vehicles.* Why Glazeworks is focused on electric mobility, autonomous vehicles, drones and unmanned underwater systems.* The ambition behind building a modular electric vehicle chassis that could make it easier and faster to create new vehicles.* Why the rapid evolution of autonomous systems is creating new opportunities across defense, infrastructure, agriculture and industry.* The enormous challenge of understanding what is happening beneath the surface of ports and oceans, and why lower-cost underwater technology could unlock entirely new capabilities.* Why ambitious projects that may never reach the market can still create valuable technologies, companies and entirely new industries along the way.* Why Europe needs to become more ambitious about building frontier technology and category-defining companies.Glazeworks is not looking for people who simply want to make a small improvement to something that already exists.The ambition is bigger: identify what should exist next, bring the right people together and build it.If you are a builder, engineer, maker or founder who wants to work on difficult problems and frontier technology, this conversation is for you.#ProtectEurope #Hardware #DeepTech #DefenceTech #Robotics #ElectricMobility #Drones #EuropeanInnovation #Tallinn

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Glazeworks-Hardware-is-hard-e3o7rgo6501d4e0-183c-4a20-b882-5e0d5aac785fTue, 15 Sep 2026 06:30:00 GMT<p>Hardware is hard.It requires capital, specialist talent, expensive equipment and the ability to bring mechanical, electrical and software engineers together to solve problems that cannot be built behind a laptop.That is exactly what Glazeworks is building in Tallinn.In this episode of the Protect Europe Podcast, Colin sits down with Kyle, founder of Glazeworks, a hardware venture studio taking on ambitious challenges across electric mobility, autonomous systems, drones and underwater technology.Glazeworks brings engineers, equipment and infrastructure together under one roof, allowing teams to prototype and test complex hardware faster and more capital efficiently.Inside the episode:* Why Glazeworks is building a venture studio for hardware rather than another traditional startup.* How shared engineering talent and expensive equipment can dramatically reduce the barriers to building complex physical products.* Why Tallinn and Ülemiste City provide a uniquely attractive environment for hardware innovation and testing.* Inside the Glazeworks Lab and “The Oven”, including fabrication facilities, laser cutting and welding, electronics, 3D printing and a dedicated test pool for surface and underwater vehicles.* Why Glazeworks is focused on electric mobility, autonomous vehicles, drones and unmanned underwater systems.* The ambition behind building a modular electric vehicle chassis that could make it easier and faster to create new vehicles.* Why the rapid evolution of autonomous systems is creating new opportunities across defense, infrastructure, agriculture and industry.* The enormous challenge of understanding what is happening beneath the surface of ports and oceans, and why lower-cost underwater technology could unlock entirely new capabilities.* Why ambitious projects that may never reach the market can still create valuable technologies, companies and entirely new industries along the way.* Why Europe needs to become more ambitious about building frontier technology and category-defining companies.Glazeworks is not looking for people who simply want to make a small improvement to something that already exists.The ambition is bigger: identify what should exist next, bring the right people together and build it.If you are a builder, engineer, maker or founder who wants to work on difficult problems and frontier technology, this conversation is for you.#ProtectEurope #Hardware #DeepTech #DefenceTech #Robotics #ElectricMobility #Drones #EuropeanInnovation #Tallinn</p> no00:39:37658Glazeworks: Hardware is hard full<![CDATA[TYR: Jesper Harthansen, The Future of Defense Investing, Partnerships, and Strategic Technology]]>Jesper Hart Hansen shares insights on defense industry investments, the impact of conferences, and the parallels between telecom and AI business models. He discusses his fund T Y R, co-development agreements, and the strategic importance of dual-use technologies for resilience and defense.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/TYR-Jesper-Harthansen--The-Future-of-Defense-Investing--Partnerships--and-Strategic-Technology-e3l5mk09be7ba15-073e-4773-8b86-4eecd4bd095aTue, 21 Jul 2026 06:30:00 GMT<p>Jesper Hart Hansen shares insights on defense industry investments, the impact of conferences, and the parallels between telecom and AI business models. He discusses his fund T Y R, co-development agreements, and the strategic importance of dual-use technologies for resilience and defense.</p> no00:36:09550TYR: Jesper Harthansen, The Future of Defense Investing, Partnerships, and Strategic Technologyfull<![CDATA[Quantum Special: Petra Söderling, Why Europe Could Lead the Quantum Revolution]]>Petra Soderling shares insights on the current state of quantum technology, Europe's position, and future investment opportunities.


Discover how quantum is shaping the future of tech and why Europe is a key player.


Petra drafted the EU quantum strategy and coordinated quantum finance labs at the European Investment Bank. Petra works at the intersection of government and deeptech.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Quantum-Special-Petra-Sderling--Why-Europe-Could-Lead-the-Quantum-Revolution-e3li59ud0b6c4ec-5bc6-4ff0-886c-5c32292cc2c6Wed, 05 Aug 2026 06:30:00 GMT<p>Petra Soderling shares insights on the current state of quantum technology, Europe's position, and future investment opportunities. </p><p><br /></p><p>Discover how quantum is shaping the future of tech and why Europe is a key player.</p><p><br /></p><p>Petra drafted the EU quantum strategy and coordinated quantum finance labs at the European Investment Bank. Petra works at the intersection of government and deeptech.</p> no00:40:41652Quantum Special: Petra Söderling, Why Europe Could Lead the Quantum Revolutionfull<![CDATA[Sparkmind Invested EPS 7: STARK, NEURA, SERAPHIM]]>In this episode, the Sparkmind Invested team discuss the "Stark Contrast" in Defence investing vs Defence Budget Investing, who is funding and what the TAM of European robotics is, and how Seraphim Space has doubled down on its evergreen structure to match the timelines of vertical integrators.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Sparkmind-Invested-EPS-7-STARK--NEURA--SERAPHIM-e3ljn0gb062e793-d15a-47f6-8729-8507c549f476Fri, 03 Jul 2026 08:30:00 GMT<p>In this episode, the Sparkmind Invested team discuss the "Stark Contrast" in Defence investing vs Defence Budget Investing, who is funding and what the TAM of European robotics is, and how Seraphim Space has doubled down on its evergreen structure to match the timelines of vertical integrators.</p> no00:40:2717Sparkmind Invested EPS 7: STARK, NEURA, SERAPHIMfull<![CDATA[Forg3D, Richard Mincher: Reindustrialising Europe Through Metal 3D Printing]]>Richard Mincher discusses his innovative metal 3D printing technology, the company's strategic location in Sheffield, and the future of reindustrialisation in Europe. He shares insights on technology evolution, business structuring, and the importance of local manufacturing capabilities.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Forg3D--Richard-Mincher-Reindustrialising-Europe-Through-Metal-3D-Printing-e3hsr033102d5d3-a3ce-49f4-8245-551a2d376cc2Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:30:00 GMT<p>Richard Mincher discusses his innovative metal 3D printing technology, the company's strategic location in Sheffield, and the future of reindustrialisation in Europe. He shares insights on technology evolution, business structuring, and the importance of local manufacturing capabilities.</p> no00:50:23332Forg3D, Richard Mincher: Reindustrialising Europe Through Metal 3D Printingfull<![CDATA[Diffraqtion's CEO ,Johannes Galatsanos : The Future of Camera Tech Is Inspired by the Human Retina]]>This conversation explores the incredible capabilities of the retina in capturing images and reacting to stimuli, comparing its speed and resolution to conventional camera technology. It highlights advancements in machine vision technology that aim to replicate these remarkable features.



]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Diffraqtions-CEO--Johannes-Galatsanos--The-Future-of-Camera-Tech-Is-Inspired-by-the-Human-Retina-e3c0fmadc7297b0-9144-419d-960b-70b46c30adcbTue, 09 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT<p>This conversation explores the incredible capabilities of the retina in capturing images and reacting to stimuli, comparing its speed and resolution to conventional camera technology. It highlights advancements in machine vision technology that aim to replicate these remarkable features.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p> no00:55:4416Diffraqtion's CEO ,Johannes Galatsanos : The Future of Camera Tech Is Inspired by the Human Retinafull<![CDATA[Double Tap Investments, Mikko Pekka Hanski & Jan-Erik Saarinen ''Ukraine’s Defense Startups Are Reshaping European Security'' EPS 5]]>In this conversation, the founders of Double Tap Investments discuss their vision for the future of Ukraine post-war, their current operations in investing in defense technology, and the unique challenges they face in a war-torn environment. They emphasize the importance of speed, learning, and innovation in their investment strategy, while also addressing trust issues and the impact of their work on European defense. The discussion highlights the bravery of individuals in Ukraine and the need for a united European front against threats.



]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Double-Tap-Investments--Mikko-Pekka-Hanski--Jan-Erik-Saarinen-Ukraines-Defense-Startups-Are-Reshaping-European-Security-EPS-5-e3bipor7af06e52-7bc3-4913-b53a-71ebb4dc40bcThu, 04 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT<p>In this conversation, the founders of Double Tap Investments discuss their vision for the future of Ukraine post-war, their current operations in investing in defense technology, and the unique challenges they face in a war-torn environment. They emphasize the importance of speed, learning, and innovation in their investment strategy, while also addressing trust issues and the impact of their work on European defense. The discussion highlights the bravery of individuals in Ukraine and the need for a united European front against threats.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p> no00:40:4815Double Tap Investments, Mikko Pekka Hanski & Jan-Erik Saarinen ''Ukraine’s Defense Startups Are Reshaping European Security'' EPS 5full<![CDATA[Sparkmind Invested EPS 3: Griffin Tech, TechArena, NATO]]>In this episode of Sparkmind Invested, the hosts discuss key events in defence technology, including insights from the Griffin Tech Days in Lapland and the Tech Arena in Stockholm. They explore the impact of AI on entrepreneurship and venture capital trends in the defence sector, emphasising the importance of understanding customer needs and the competitive landscape. The conversation highlights the challenges and opportunities within the defence industry, particularly in relation to funding and supplier sustainability.



]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Sparkmind-Invested-EPS-3-Griffin-Tech--TechArena--NATO-e3f94c1fb898c4a-36e8-4bb1-9b9d-658baeedafe3Thu, 19 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode of Sparkmind Invested, the hosts discuss key events in defence technology, including insights from the Griffin Tech Days in Lapland and the Tech Arena in Stockholm. They explore the impact of AI on entrepreneurship and venture capital trends in the defence sector, emphasising the importance of understanding customer needs and the competitive landscape. The conversation highlights the challenges and opportunities within the defence industry, particularly in relation to funding and supplier sustainability.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p> no00:31:0013Sparkmind Invested EPS 3: Griffin Tech, TechArena, NATOfull<![CDATA[Balnord, Jarek Pilarczyk: Backing Europe’s Next Generation Companies]]>In this insightful interview, Jarek from Balnord shares his journey from building tech companies in Scandinavia to founding a deep tech VC fund focused on dual-use and frontier technologies in Europe. Discover how his team leverages operational experience, European networks, and strategic investments to support innovative startups in space tech, healthcare, and industrial resilience.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Balnord--Jarek-Pilarczyk-Backing-Europes-Next-Generation-Companies-e3guq5a1aeda74e-3c47-42e1-a404-1e47db1bed80Tue, 31 Mar 2026 06:00:00 GMT<p>In this insightful interview, Jarek from Balnord shares his journey from building tech companies in Scandinavia to founding a deep tech VC fund focused on dual-use and frontier technologies in Europe. Discover how his team leverages operational experience, European networks, and strategic investments to support innovative startups in space tech, healthcare, and industrial resilience.</p> no00:35:03324Balnord, Jarek Pilarczyk: Backing Europe’s Next Generation Companiesfull<![CDATA[Europipe, Carsten Schmickler, The Hidden Science Behind Safe Gas Pipeline Production]]>This conversation of PEP delves into the intricacies of pipe production, emphasising the rigorous quality control measures in place to ensure safety and reliability, particularly in critical infrastructure like gas supply. The discussion highlights the importance of minimizing production steps while maximising inspection checks to prevent catastrophic failures.



]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Europipe--Carsten-Schmickler--The-Hidden-Science-Behind-Safe-Gas-Pipeline-Production-e3fn27m887dea4e-53d1-4e5c-95d7-ca7d7b6b1488Thu, 05 Mar 2026 06:41:13 GMT<p>This conversation of PEP delves into the intricacies of pipe production, emphasising the rigorous quality control measures in place to ensure safety and reliability, particularly in critical infrastructure like gas supply. The discussion highlights the importance of minimizing production steps while maximising inspection checks to prevent catastrophic failures.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p> no00:34:43219Europipe, Carsten Schmickler, The Hidden Science Behind Safe Gas Pipeline Productionfull<![CDATA[Europe Has the Capital. Why Isn’t It Investing in Its Own Future?]]>Europe has capital. It has technology, talent, institutions and a huge market.So why is it still so difficult to finance the companies, infrastructure and industrial capacity Europe needs for the next 20 years?In this first in-person episode of the Protect Europe Podcast, Colin Brown sits down with Saara-Sofia Sirén, Managing Director of the Finnish Pension Alliance TELA, and Marko Kyyrönen, GP at Sparkmind Capital, for a wide-ranging conversation about capital allocation, European growth and the future of the European economy.The discussion starts with a deceptively simple question: does Europe actually lack capital, or does it lack the ambition, structures and long-term perspective to deploy it effectively?We explore:- Finland’s pension reform and what greater flexibility for pension investors could mean for equities and private markets- Why more pension capital does not automatically mean better outcomes - pension institutions still have to balance risk and return and protect future pensioners- The gap between Europe’s strong research and technology base and the capital required to scale companies from promising businesses into global category leaders- Why institutional investors need stronger evidence of European companies scaling, raising larger rounds and building credible paths to global leadership- Regulation, permitting and predictability - including why an investor needs to know whether a project will take six months or six years to get approved- Europe’s dependence on external energy, manufacturing and supply chains, and the implications for economic and strategic resilience- The role of defence and resilience investing in Europe- Why stronger European capital markets and more financing vehicles are needed to support growth companies- What Europe might learn from Finland and from the long-term thinking behind Norway’s sovereign wealth modelA central theme throughout the conversation is that unlocking capital is only half the challenge. Europe also needs attractive investment opportunities, scalable businesses, functioning markets and a stable environment in which investors can commit capital for the long term.This is ultimately a conversation about how Europe allocates capital - and what it chooses to build with it.#ProtectEurope #Europe #Investing #PrivateMarkets #Pensions #GrowthCapital #EuropeanTechnology #DefenceTech #CapitalMarkets

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Europe-Has-the-Capital--Why-Isnt-It-Investing-in-Its-Own-Future-e3pl8ti649f6c73-4393-49d0-a9d3-af983fab5e06Thu, 01 Oct 2026 06:30:00 GMT<p>Europe has capital. It has technology, talent, institutions and a huge market.So why is it still so difficult to finance the companies, infrastructure and industrial capacity Europe needs for the next 20 years?In this first in-person episode of the Protect Europe Podcast, Colin Brown sits down with Saara-Sofia Sirén, Managing Director of the Finnish Pension Alliance TELA, and Marko Kyyrönen, GP at Sparkmind Capital, for a wide-ranging conversation about capital allocation, European growth and the future of the European economy.The discussion starts with a deceptively simple question: does Europe actually lack capital, or does it lack the ambition, structures and long-term perspective to deploy it effectively?We explore:- Finland’s pension reform and what greater flexibility for pension investors could mean for equities and private markets- Why more pension capital does not automatically mean better outcomes - pension institutions still have to balance risk and return and protect future pensioners- The gap between Europe’s strong research and technology base and the capital required to scale companies from promising businesses into global category leaders- Why institutional investors need stronger evidence of European companies scaling, raising larger rounds and building credible paths to global leadership- Regulation, permitting and predictability - including why an investor needs to know whether a project will take six months or six years to get approved- Europe’s dependence on external energy, manufacturing and supply chains, and the implications for economic and strategic resilience- The role of defence and resilience investing in Europe- Why stronger European capital markets and more financing vehicles are needed to support growth companies- What Europe might learn from Finland and from the long-term thinking behind Norway’s sovereign wealth modelA central theme throughout the conversation is that unlocking capital is only half the challenge. Europe also needs attractive investment opportunities, scalable businesses, functioning markets and a stable environment in which investors can commit capital for the long term.This is ultimately a conversation about how Europe allocates capital - and what it chooses to build with it.#ProtectEurope #Europe #Investing #PrivateMarkets #Pensions #GrowthCapital #EuropeanTechnology #DefenceTech #CapitalMarkets</p> no00:52:18763Europe Has the Capital. Why Isn’t It Investing in Its Own Future?full<![CDATA[Luminova Ventures, Olga Chabr Grillova: How Venture Capital Navigates Defense and Deep Tech]]>Olga Chabr Grillova shares her journey into venture capital, focusing on deep tech investments in Europe and the US. She discusses fund strategies, sourcing deals, and the importance of understanding defense procurement and technology ecosystems.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Luminova-Ventures--Olga-Chabr-Grillova-How-Venture-Capital-Navigates-Defense-and-Deep-Tech-e3hr1gh3780e363-0f97-4c67-a3c2-a611280b8621Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:00:00 GMT<p>Olga Chabr Grillova shares her journey into venture capital, focusing on deep tech investments in Europe and the US. She discusses fund strategies, sourcing deals, and the importance of understanding defense procurement and technology ecosystems.</p> no00:33:04329Luminova Ventures, Olga Chabr Grillova: How Venture Capital Navigates Defense and Deep Techfull<![CDATA[Airvolve, Donatas: Building the Future of Aircraft Mobility for Defense and Disaster Response]]>This Protect Europe Podcast explores the innovative development of a new aircraft mobility solution by Donatas and the team at Airvolve-Aero, focusing on solving critical problems in aerospace, defence, and disaster response. Discover how they are leveraging off-the-shelf components, navigating regulatory challenges, and aiming to revolutionise rescue and transportation operations across the globe.


]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Airvolve--Donatas-Building-the-Future-of-Aircraft-Mobility-for-Defense-and-Disaster-Response-e3hufbv97d2de8b-9b32-4f5a-b141-4971a8fad6f0Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:15:00 GMT<p>This Protect Europe Podcast explores the innovative development of a new aircraft mobility solution by Donatas and the team at Airvolve-Aero, focusing on solving critical problems in aerospace, defence, and disaster response. Discover how they are leveraging off-the-shelf components, navigating regulatory challenges, and aiming to revolutionise rescue and transportation operations across the globe.</p><p><br /></p> no00:41:21432Airvolve, Donatas: Building the Future of Aircraft Mobility for Defense and Disaster Responsefull<![CDATA[Nordic Science Capital: Vincent Weir, How Biotech Innovation Is Escaping Traditional Labs!]]>Join Vincent Weir from Nordic Science Capital and Christopher Lyrhem from Disruptivity AI as they share insights on biotech innovation, the impact of AI, and Europe's role in scientific progress. Discover how biotech is evolving, the influence of regulation, and the future of democratized science.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Nordic-Science-Capital-Vincent-Weir--How-Biotech-Innovation-Is-Escaping-Traditional-Labs-e3jmkjo4399eb9f-ec38-4bec-8230-5572b0e09b12Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>Join Vincent Weir from Nordic Science Capital and Christopher Lyrhem from Disruptivity AI as they share insights on biotech innovation, the impact of AI, and Europe's role in scientific progress. Discover how biotech is evolving, the influence of regulation, and the future of democratized science.</p> no00:43:48542Nordic Science Capital: Vincent Weir, How Biotech Innovation Is Escaping Traditional Labs!full<![CDATA[Skycorp Technologies, Marek Alliksoo : Why Hydrogen Could Power the Next Generation of Drones]]>In this episode, Marek Alliksoo from Skycorp Technologies discusses the innovative development of hydrogen drones, their applications in critical infrastructure monitoring, and the journey of integrating hydrogen fuel cells into drone technology. The conversation covers technical challenges, safety considerations, and strategic market approaches, offering insights into the future of sustainable drone solutions.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Skycorp-Technologies--Marek-Alliksoo--Why-Hydrogen-Could-Power-the-Next-Generation-of-Drones-e3jj4kpdf7ef5c9-dd48-45e1-b009-10b77a572917Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMT<p>In this episode, Marek Alliksoo from Skycorp Technologies discusses the innovative development of hydrogen drones, their applications in critical infrastructure monitoring, and the journey of integrating hydrogen fuel cells into drone technology. The conversation covers technical challenges, safety considerations, and strategic market approaches, offering insights into the future of sustainable drone solutions.</p> no00:44:42541Skycorp Technologies, Marek Alliksoo : Why Hydrogen Could Power the Next Generation of Dronesfull<![CDATA[Staunton Partners, James Canning-Cooke: Investing in Ukraine’s Economic Future Amid War]]>Join us on this episode of the Protect Europe Podcast as we explore Ukraine's economic transformation, real estate investments, and the inspiring stories of resilience and innovation amidst conflict. Our guest, James Canning-Cooke, CEO of Staunton Partners, shares insights on Ukraine's future, investment opportunities, and the power of history and culture in shaping a nation's destiny.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Staunton-Partners--James-Canning-Cooke-Investing-in-Ukraines-Economic-Future-Amid-War-e3hoe855e1c9989-31cf-4deb-8bcc-c9651cd82b29Tue, 14 Apr 2026 06:00:00 GMT<p>Join us on this episode of the Protect Europe Podcast as we explore Ukraine's economic transformation, real estate investments, and the inspiring stories of resilience and innovation amidst conflict. Our guest, James Canning-Cooke, CEO of Staunton Partners, shares insights on Ukraine's future, investment opportunities, and the power of history and culture in shaping a nation's destiny.</p> no00:35:15327Staunton Partners, James Canning-Cooke: Investing in Ukraine’s Economic Future Amid Warfull<![CDATA[Si Robotics, Patryk Szymczak: Robotics the biggest market in the world]]>In this Protect Europe Podcast (PEP), Colin Brown sits down with Patryk Szymczak, CEO of Si Robotics. They discuss Patryk's multi-stage framework for deciding where to locate your company. How he is aiming to hire the "Physical AI Mafia" south of Birmingham (UK), to build a Category Leading company and take on the largest market in the world.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Si-Robotics--Patryk-Szymczak-Robotics-the-biggest-market-in-the-world-e3gren225d4bebd-94f4-4024-b7e1-3270b184fec7Tue, 24 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>In this Protect Europe Podcast (PEP), Colin Brown sits down with Patryk Szymczak, CEO of Si Robotics. They discuss Patryk's multi-stage framework for deciding where to locate your company. How he is aiming to hire the "Physical AI Mafia" south of Birmingham (UK), to build a Category Leading company and take on the largest market in the world. </p> no00:41:54323Si Robotics, Patryk Szymczak: Robotics the biggest market in the worldfull<![CDATA[Eva Sula (Defence Strategic Advisor): Breaking Barriers in Defence Procurement and Innovation]]>This episode of the Protect Europe Podcast features a deep discussion on defence collaboration, procurement reforms, innovation, and the role of political leadership in shaping military capabilities. Experts Eva Sula and Martti Wallin share insights on overcoming bureaucratic hurdles, fostering innovation, and enhancing regional defence cooperation.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Eva-Sula-Defence-Strategic-Advisor-Breaking-Barriers-in-Defence-Procurement-and-Innovation-e3ht3j8ddb8e98d-15d6-4b5f-8e8d-f18a6083e5d9Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:30:00 GMT<p>This episode of the Protect Europe Podcast features a deep discussion on defence collaboration, procurement reforms, innovation, and the role of political leadership in shaping military capabilities. Experts Eva Sula and Martti Wallin share insights on overcoming bureaucratic hurdles, fostering innovation, and enhancing regional defence cooperation.</p> no00:47:22431Eva Sula (Defence Strategic Advisor): Breaking Barriers in Defence Procurement and Innovationfull<![CDATA[Driveblocks, Alexander Wischnewski: The Race to Build Smarter Autonomous Systems for Europe!]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Driveblocks--Alexander-Wischnewski-The-Race-to-Build-Smarter-Autonomous-Systems-for-Europe-e3nf107147c4db6-4c41-47df-9852-2834c823c7cdTue, 25 Aug 2026 06:30:00 GMTGround autonomy in unstructured environments is one of the hardest problems in technology. You cannot simply code your way out of physics.In this episode, Colin Brown speaks with Alexander Wischnewski, Co-founder and CEO of Driveblocks, about how Europe can lead the next wave of Physical AI.Drawing from his team's background in building autonomous race cars, Alex explains why the future of off-road autonomy relies on specialized, mission-adaptive systems that prioritize graceful degradation over fragile, general-purpose models.We discuss the commercial roadmap from urgent defense applications to massive civil markets like mining and agriculture, and why Europe's deep industrial base is its ultimate competitive advantage in building generational tech champions.Connect with Alex and Driveblocks:Website: https://www.driveblocks.ai/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-wischnewski/ no00:43:41Driveblocks, Alexander Wischnewski: The Race to Build Smarter Autonomous Systems for Europe!full<![CDATA[KONE: Buildings as Recurring Revenue]]>This episode explores the fascinating history of KONE, a Finnish company and the Category Leader in vertical transportation, as well as the visionary family behind it.


From early industrial roots to global dominance, discover how innovation, resilience, and leadership shaped this iconic company. This is a powerful story of how a family, over the generations, did not give up and kept betting on invention, route density, and new markets to become number 1 in the world at moving people.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/KONE-Buildings-as-Recurring-Revenue-e3k99pnceb00839-9d26-46e2-b0cc-a2d531e08348Sat, 06 Jun 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>This episode explores the fascinating history of KONE, a Finnish company and the Category Leader in vertical transportation, as well as the visionary family behind it. </p><p><br /></p><p>From early industrial roots to global dominance, discover how innovation, resilience, and leadership shaped this iconic company. This is a powerful story of how a family, over the generations, did not give up and kept betting on invention, route density, and new markets to become number 1 in the world at moving people.</p> no03:05:4318KONE: Buildings as Recurring Revenuefull<![CDATA[Himera, Misha Rudominski: Delivering "Special Forces" Equipment for the entire Ukrainian Army! EPS 8 ]]>In this conversation, Colin Brown interviews Misha Rudominski, co-founder of Himera, a company focused on developing advanced communication solutions for modern warfare. Misha discusses the challenges faced in battlefield communication, the innovative solutions Himera is creating, and the importance of adaptability in a war zone. The conversation also touches on the evolving narrative of Ukraine's defense efforts and the recognition of other innovators in the defense tech space.



]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Himera--Misha-Rudominski-Delivering-Special-Forces-Equipment-for-the-entire-Ukrainian-Army--EPS-8-e3cj3ige13912ec-dd41-4476-a41f-fb4f104b3f3dTue, 23 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT<p>In this conversation, Colin Brown interviews Misha Rudominski, co-founder of Himera, a company focused on developing advanced communication solutions for modern warfare. Misha discusses the challenges faced in battlefield communication, the innovative solutions Himera is creating, and the importance of adaptability in a war zone. The conversation also touches on the evolving narrative of Ukraine's defense efforts and the recognition of other innovators in the defense tech space.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p> no00:28:5918Himera, Misha Rudominski: Delivering "Special Forces" Equipment for the entire Ukrainian Army! EPS 8 full<![CDATA[Win the War, Defend Europe: Ragnar on Building Darkstar]]>Darkstar is named after a 1970s science fiction film in which a crew has to talk a bomb out of exploding. Ragnar and his partners took a different lesson from it: Europe needs many small, smart ships to take out the threats it faces.Legally, Darkstar is a €25M pre-seed and seed defence fund that can invest in lethal technology. In practice it works like an ecosystem and a defence agency. It runs bootcamps in Ukraine, signs cooperation agreements with the Estonian Army’s Transformation Command, and its four GPs act as co-founders to the companies they back. Nine investments in, it’s halfway through its first fund.In this episode, Colin Brown and Ragnar talk about:🔹 Why Darkstar invests in lethal technology, not just dual use🔹 Why every defence product needs testing in Ukraine🔹 Farsight Vision: AI on real combat video and the automated kill chain🔹 A team that spent 16 months rebuilding its product when GPS stopped working🔹 Stratis: an Icelandic data platform born on a 30-hour drive to Kyiv🔹 The test every investment has to pass: “Would I join this company as a co-founder?”🔹 Plans for fund two, and why defence needs more capital at every stage🔹 The free Darkstar bootcamp in Ukraine, and who should apply🔹 Why Eric Schmidt deserves a shout-outChapters00:00 Why Darkstar? The 1970s film behind the name02:05 More than a defence fund04:06 Fund size, stage and investing in lethal05:30 Why you have to test in Ukraine08:15 Farsight Vision14:06 Would I join as a co-founder?16:45 Surviving the loss of GPS19:00 Stratis and the 30-hour drive to Kyiv24:40 What’s next for Darkstar30:26 The Ukraine bootcamp35:05 A shout-out to Eric Schmidt38:00 Wrap-up🔗 Darkstar: https://darkstar.ee/dark

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Win-the-War--Defend-Europe-Ragnar-on-Building-Darkstar-e3qo74p00b5632e-c2f9-4b33-b840-0b3dc484131aTue, 20 Oct 2026 06:30:00 GMT<p>Darkstar is named after a 1970s science fiction film in which a crew has to talk a bomb out of exploding. Ragnar and his partners took a different lesson from it: Europe needs many small, smart ships to take out the threats it faces.Legally, Darkstar is a €25M pre-seed and seed defence fund that can invest in lethal technology. In practice it works like an ecosystem and a defence agency. It runs bootcamps in Ukraine, signs cooperation agreements with the Estonian Army’s Transformation Command, and its four GPs act as co-founders to the companies they back. Nine investments in, it’s halfway through its first fund.In this episode, Colin Brown and Ragnar talk about:🔹 Why Darkstar invests in lethal technology, not just dual use🔹 Why every defence product needs testing in Ukraine🔹 Farsight Vision: AI on real combat video and the automated kill chain🔹 A team that spent 16 months rebuilding its product when GPS stopped working🔹 Stratis: an Icelandic data platform born on a 30-hour drive to Kyiv🔹 The test every investment has to pass: “Would I join this company as a co-founder?”🔹 Plans for fund two, and why defence needs more capital at every stage🔹 The free Darkstar bootcamp in Ukraine, and who should apply🔹 Why Eric Schmidt deserves a shout-outChapters00:00 Why Darkstar? The 1970s film behind the name02:05 More than a defence fund04:06 Fund size, stage and investing in lethal05:30 Why you have to test in Ukraine08:15 Farsight Vision14:06 Would I join as a co-founder?16:45 Surviving the loss of GPS19:00 Stratis and the 30-hour drive to Kyiv24:40 What’s next for Darkstar30:26 The Ukraine bootcamp35:05 A shout-out to Eric Schmidt38:00 Wrap-up🔗 Darkstar: https://darkstar.ee/dark</p> no00:36:58766Win the War, Defend Europe: Ragnar on Building Darkstarfull<![CDATA[Ukraine Changed Warfare. Europe Now Needs to Change Defence Technology.]]>Ukraine has transformed modern warfare - and exposed how poorly traditional defence systems handle a battlefield filled with drones, sensors, software and rapidly changing technology.In this episode, Michał and Andrzej discuss Defence Bay's work building a new generation of battlefield management systems: interoperable, decentralised and designed to work even when communications fail.We talk about what Ukraine has taught Europe about defence technology, why startups can move faster than traditional procurement, and why European technical talent now has an opportunity to build globally significant defence companies.The bigger question: can Europe turn its talent, capital and industrial capability into the technology it needs to defend itself?#DefenseTech #Europe #NATO #Ukraine #Drones #EuropeanDefense

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Ukraine-Changed-Warfare--Europe-Now-Needs-to-Change-Defence-Technology-e3o7rl5d5693c05-e136-4fde-91d4-3e3934c7728bTue, 08 Sep 2026 06:30:00 GMT<p>Ukraine has transformed modern warfare - and exposed how poorly traditional defence systems handle a battlefield filled with drones, sensors, software and rapidly changing technology.In this episode, Michał and Andrzej discuss Defence Bay's work building a new generation of battlefield management systems: interoperable, decentralised and designed to work even when communications fail.We talk about what Ukraine has taught Europe about defence technology, why startups can move faster than traditional procurement, and why European technical talent now has an opportunity to build globally significant defence companies.The bigger question: can Europe turn its talent, capital and industrial capability into the technology it needs to defend itself?#DefenseTech #Europe #NATO #Ukraine #Drones #EuropeanDefense</p> no00:42:32657Ukraine Changed Warfare. Europe Now Needs to Change Defence Technology.full<![CDATA[17 Tech, Sami Luukkonen: Why War Is Accelerating Europe’s High-Tech Future]]>Join us on this episode of the Protect Europe Podcast as Sami Luukkonen shares his lessons learned from his career spanning consulting, defence tech, and start-up acceleration. Real tangible insights on Europe's high-tech potential, the impact of war on innovation, and strategies to bridge the innovation gap. Discover how Europe's unique assets and challenges shape its tech future.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/17-Tech--Sami-Luukkonen-Why-War-Is-Accelerating-Europes-High-Tech-Future-e3hgak9d9d41f76-dd05-41a5-9d26-e153c0ad6311Thu, 09 Apr 2026 06:00:00 GMT<p>Join us on this episode of the Protect Europe Podcast as Sami Luukkonen shares his lessons learned from his career spanning consulting, defence tech, and start-up acceleration. Real tangible insights on Europe's high-tech potential, the impact of war on innovation, and strategies to bridge the innovation gap. Discover how Europe's unique assets and challenges shape its tech future.</p> no00:48:5332617 Tech, Sami Luukkonen: Why War Is Accelerating Europe’s High-Tech Futurefull<![CDATA[Lodestar Space: Neil Buchanan, How to Secure Critical Space Infrastructure Before It’s Too Late.]]>The conversation highlights the urgent need to address vulnerabilities in Western satellite infrastructure, emphasizing the growing dependency on these systems and the potential consequences of conflict in space. Neil Buchanan stresses the importance of proactive measures to safeguard this critical infrastructure.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Lodestar-Space-Neil-Buchanan--How-to-Secure-Critical-Space-Infrastructure-Before-Its-Too-Late-e3ere0f911aa775-b3a6-4a4e-a73e-4ac158dde0e0Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>The conversation highlights the urgent need to address vulnerabilities in Western satellite infrastructure, emphasizing the growing dependency on these systems and the potential consequences of conflict in space. Neil Buchanan stresses the importance of proactive measures to safeguard this critical infrastructure.</p> no00:37:43214Lodestar Space: Neil Buchanan, How to Secure Critical Space Infrastructure Before It’s Too Late.full<![CDATA[Anatra, Kevin King: The Future of Battlefield Supply Chains Is in the Air]]>In this Protect Europe Podcast (PEP), Colin Brown interviews Kevin King, CEO of Anatra, about the innovative use of cargo UAVs in logistics and warfare. They discuss the importance of logistics in modern warfare, the technology behind UAVs, and the potential for humanitarian aid. Kevin shares insights on market strategy, funding, and the challenges of building a startup in the aerospace sector. The conversation highlights the impact of climate change on logistics and the need for effective solutions in crisis situations.



]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Anatra--Kevin-King-The-Future-of-Battlefield-Supply-Chains-Is-in-the-Air-e3g9ecf054af270-0b85-43c2-a9d6-4b872216d7aaTue, 17 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>In this Protect Europe Podcast (PEP), Colin Brown interviews Kevin King, CEO of Anatra, about the innovative use of cargo UAVs in logistics and warfare. They discuss the importance of logistics in modern warfare, the technology behind UAVs, and the potential for humanitarian aid. Kevin shares insights on market strategy, funding, and the challenges of building a startup in the aerospace sector. The conversation highlights the impact of climate change on logistics and the need for effective solutions in crisis situations.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p> no00:36:50321Anatra, Kevin King: The Future of Battlefield Supply Chains Is in the Airfull<![CDATA[Airbus: How Limited Resources, Zero Credibility, and Pure Conviction Built a European Powerhouse]]>This conversation explores the rise of Airbus, detailing its origins as a collaborative effort among European nations to compete with American aviation giants. The discussion covers the challenges faced during the early years, the significance of the A300 aircraft, and the pivotal role of government support. It highlights the technological innovations introduced with the A320 and the competitive dynamics of the aviation market in the 1980s, setting the stage for Airbus's evolution into a major player in the industry. This conversation delves into the evolution of Airbus and Boeing, focusing on key historical events, market dynamics, and strategic decisions that shaped the aviation industry. It highlights the turbulent 1990s, the rise of low-cost carriers, the significance of the 1992 EU-US agreement, and the challenges faced by the A380. The discussion also covers the formation of EADS, the impact of technology like Skywise, and the complexities of Airbus's relationship with the defense sector. Finally, it examines Boeing's current challenges and the future of supersonic travel.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Airbus-How-Limited-Resources--Zero-Credibility--and-Pure-Conviction-Built-a-European-Powerhouse-e3c7ai53ba66ad6-e91e-4248-98f6-0c0c3acf7660Thu, 18 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT<p>This conversation explores the rise of Airbus, detailing its origins as a collaborative effort among European nations to compete with American aviation giants. The discussion covers the challenges faced during the early years, the significance of the A300 aircraft, and the pivotal role of government support. It highlights the technological innovations introduced with the A320 and the competitive dynamics of the aviation market in the 1980s, setting the stage for Airbus's evolution into a major player in the industry. This conversation delves into the evolution of Airbus and Boeing, focusing on key historical events, market dynamics, and strategic decisions that shaped the aviation industry. It highlights the turbulent 1990s, the rise of low-cost carriers, the significance of the 1992 EU-US agreement, and the challenges faced by the A380. The discussion also covers the formation of EADS, the impact of technology like Skywise, and the complexities of Airbus's relationship with the defense sector. Finally, it examines Boeing's current challenges and the future of supersonic travel.</p> no02:11:4512Airbus: How Limited Resources, Zero Credibility, and Pure Conviction Built a European Powerhousefull<![CDATA[MPK: Building the Technologies that Defend Democracy!]]>Mattipekka Kronqvist could never be described as boring!His superpower is to reach deep into University research labs and distil just the right technology to meet a capability he sees in the real world.This episode is unique not because of the companies we talk about, but because of the range of related problems that MPK is solving. Dive in. You will not be bored!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/MPK-Building-the-Technologies-that-Defend-Democracy-e3m8pv5a98922f5-1f8c-4afe-9147-177637f55ce3Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:23:07 GMT<p>Mattipekka Kronqvist could never be described as boring!His superpower is to reach deep into University research labs and distil just the right technology to meet a capability he sees in the real world.This episode is unique not because of the companies we talk about, but because of the range of related problems that MPK is solving. Dive in. You will not be bored!</p> no00:49:58659MPK: Building the Technologies that Defend Democracy!full<![CDATA[ABB: The Hidden Infrastructure Behind Hidden Infrastructure]]>ABB is the Category Leader in industrial electrification and automation.Today it generates roughly €29.1 billion of revenue, takes in about €32.3 billion of orders, employs 111,900 people, and sits underneath the modern economy in grids, factories, drives, motors, control systems, and data centres. But when you pan out, this is the story of how Europe produced two very different answers to the General Purpose Technology of Electricity. The parallels with Frontier Labs and AI are timeless and timely.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/ABB-The-Hidden-Infrastructure-Behind-Hidden-Infrastructure-e3mq51re7273d88-a183-4b6e-975d-b065aab6dd28Sat, 01 Aug 2026 06:30:00 GMT<p>ABB is the Category Leader in industrial electrification and automation.Today it generates roughly €29.1 billion of revenue, takes in about €32.3 billion of orders, employs 111,900 people, and sits underneath the modern economy in grids, factories, drives, motors, control systems, and data centres. But when you pan out, this is the story of how Europe produced two very different answers to the General Purpose Technology of Electricity. The parallels with Frontier Labs and AI are timeless and timely.</p> no03:13:4819ABB: The Hidden Infrastructure Behind Hidden Infrastructurefull<![CDATA[Codena Tech, Christian Bucholdt: Building Federated Defense Systems in the Age of Modern Warfare]]>Christian Bucholdt shares his journey from tractor driving in East Germany to developing capital structures for defence tech innovation. In this Protect Europe Podcast, we explore how Ukraine's ecosystem is transforming military technology and its potential global impact. Discover insights on building federated defence systems, attracting institutional capital, and the future of defence technology post-war.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Codena-Tech--Christian-Bucholdt-Building-Federated-Defense-Systems-in-the-Age-of-Modern-Warfare-e3jsbfc29ef0697-2e87-4b5a-82e0-1b9d239cf772Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMT<p>Christian Bucholdt shares his journey from tractor driving in East Germany to developing capital structures for defence tech innovation. In this Protect Europe Podcast, we explore how Ukraine's ecosystem is transforming military technology and its potential global impact. Discover insights on building federated defence systems, attracting institutional capital, and the future of defence technology post-war.</p> no00:42:45545Codena Tech, Christian Bucholdt: Building Federated Defense Systems in the Age of Modern Warfarefull<![CDATA[The Arctic Is Heating Up: Why Polarion Capital Is Betting on the High North]]>There are around 4,600 drone companies in Western Europe. Polarion Capital doesn’t plan to back any of them.Instead, Polarion is building a specialist growth fund for the High North. It invests in Nordic defence and dual-use companies that have already won their first contract, and helps them win contracts two, three, four and five across NATO.GP Thomas Falck started his career on a Norwegian submarine. He was a founding partner at Verdane, CFO of Cognite, and chair of Norway’s state-owned VC. Now he’s raising a $120–150M first fund for 15 companies, backed by an advisory board of people who have worked inside the classified rooms of the Alliance.In this episode, Colin Brown and Thomas cover:- Why venture capital fits what armed forces need right now- Why the Arctic is becoming a global security hotspot, and why kit that works there tends to work everywhere- The coming drone consolidation, and why drone countermeasures are the bigger opportunity- Investing after the first contract: no moonshots, but not a buyout either- Fund size, ticket sizes and a focus on Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Finland- Deep tech meets deep trust: why this sector needs specialists, not tourists- Building an ecosystem through an invitation-only dual-use conferenceChapters00:00 Intro00:47 Why venture capital fits defence05:48 Are procurement cycles really changing?07:09 Why the Nordics and the Arctic are underserved09:51 4,600 drone companies and the coming consolidation12:27 Investing after the first contract14:51 Moonshots vs safe bets18:51 The Arctic thesis24:40 Fund size, tickets and geography28:45 The team33:21 The advisory board and classified innovation36:23 Deep tech meets deep trust38:10 Why specialists win in defence46:23 Sourcing: top-down and bottom-up51:25 The dual-use conference55:18 Wrap-up🔗 Polarion Capital: https://polarion.capital/#DefenceTech #VentureCapital #Arctic #Nordics #NATO #DualUse #Podcast

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/The-Arctic-Is-Heating-Up-Why-Polarion-Capital-Is-Betting-on-the-High-North-e3qt8jqb5a6988b-01d9-4842-99b6-1dd23e0ea0aaThu, 22 Oct 2026 10:41:38 GMT<p>There are around 4,600 drone companies in Western Europe. Polarion Capital doesn’t plan to back any of them.Instead, Polarion is building a specialist growth fund for the High North. It invests in Nordic defence and dual-use companies that have already won their first contract, and helps them win contracts two, three, four and five across NATO.GP Thomas Falck started his career on a Norwegian submarine. He was a founding partner at Verdane, CFO of Cognite, and chair of Norway’s state-owned VC. Now he’s raising a $120–150M first fund for 15 companies, backed by an advisory board of people who have worked inside the classified rooms of the Alliance.In this episode, Colin Brown and Thomas cover:- Why venture capital fits what armed forces need right now- Why the Arctic is becoming a global security hotspot, and why kit that works there tends to work everywhere- The coming drone consolidation, and why drone countermeasures are the bigger opportunity- Investing after the first contract: no moonshots, but not a buyout either- Fund size, ticket sizes and a focus on Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Finland- Deep tech meets deep trust: why this sector needs specialists, not tourists- Building an ecosystem through an invitation-only dual-use conferenceChapters00:00 Intro00:47 Why venture capital fits defence05:48 Are procurement cycles really changing?07:09 Why the Nordics and the Arctic are underserved09:51 4,600 drone companies and the coming consolidation12:27 Investing after the first contract14:51 Moonshots vs safe bets18:51 The Arctic thesis24:40 Fund size, tickets and geography28:45 The team33:21 The advisory board and classified innovation36:23 Deep tech meets deep trust38:10 Why specialists win in defence46:23 Sourcing: top-down and bottom-up51:25 The dual-use conference55:18 Wrap-up🔗 Polarion Capital: https://polarion.capital/#DefenceTech #VentureCapital #Arctic #Nordics #NATO #DualUse #Podcast</p> no00:52:13767The Arctic Is Heating Up: Why Polarion Capital Is Betting on the High Northfull<![CDATA[Seraphim Space - Mark Boggett | Space Is Becoming Critical Infrastructure. Is Europe Ready?]]>Space is no longer just the next frontier. It is becoming critical infrastructure.In this episode of the Protect Europe Podcast, we sit down with Mark Boggett and Ruy Pinto to discuss the transformation of the space economy and what it means for Europe, investors, and the companies building the next generation of space infrastructure.The key question runs through the conversation:Should investors chase the most exciting technology - or focus on who will actually buy it?#SpaceEconomy #SpaceTech #Europe #SpaceX #VentureCapital #DefenseTech #DeepTech

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Seraphim-Space---Mark-Boggett--Space-Is-Becoming-Critical-Infrastructure--Is-Europe-Ready-e3lss469344a098-6cba-4be7-b103-790b4668c139Tue, 18 Aug 2026 06:30:00 GMT<p>Space is no longer just the next frontier. It is becoming critical infrastructure.In this episode of the Protect Europe Podcast, we sit down with Mark Boggett and Ruy Pinto to discuss the transformation of the space economy and what it means for Europe, investors, and the companies building the next generation of space infrastructure.The key question runs through the conversation:Should investors chase the most exciting technology - or focus on who will actually buy it?#SpaceEconomy #SpaceTech #Europe #SpaceX #VentureCapital #DefenseTech #DeepTech</p> no00:39:21654Seraphim Space - Mark Boggett | Space Is Becoming Critical Infrastructure. Is Europe Ready?full<![CDATA[Coinvest: Viktorija Trimbel, How Venture Capital Strengthens National Security]]>In this episode of the Protect Europe Podcast (PEP), Viktorija Trimbel discusses the current hybrid warfare threats facing Lithuania, particularly in aviation, and the resilience of the Lithuanian people in the face of such challenges. She highlights the innovative defense solutions being developed through her venture capital fund, Coinvest, which aims to support startups and foster a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem. The discussion also touches on the importance of patient capital and the unique investment strategies employed by Coinvest to drive growth and innovation in Lithuania.



]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Coinvest-Viktorija-Trimbel--How-Venture-Capital-Strengthens-National-Security-e3fd6re782111a8-a7d7-4301-b28a-9ae5ef2e3f0aTue, 24 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode of the Protect Europe Podcast (PEP), Viktorija Trimbel discusses the current hybrid warfare threats facing Lithuania, particularly in aviation, and the resilience of the Lithuanian people in the face of such challenges. She highlights the innovative defense solutions being developed through her venture capital fund, Coinvest, which aims to support startups and foster a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem. The discussion also touches on the importance of patient capital and the unique investment strategies employed by Coinvest to drive growth and innovation in Lithuania.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p> no00:40:19217Coinvest: Viktorija Trimbel, How Venture Capital Strengthens National Securityfull<![CDATA[Baillie Gifford the BEST growth investor. You have NEVER heard of.]]>This conversation explores the history and evolution of Baillie Gifford, a leading growth stage investment firm based in Scotland. The discussion highlights the company's long-term investment philosophy, its founders, and significant historical events that shaped its trajectory, including World War I and II. The conversation also delves into Baillie Gifford's strategic expansion into global markets, particularly Japan, and how the firm has adapted its investment strategies over the years. This conversation delves into the investment strategies of Baillie Gifford, focusing on their significant tech investments, including Amazon, Google, and Tesla. The discussion highlights the evolution of their investment approach, particularly their shift towards private equity and the challenges of investing in defense companies amidst changing geopolitical landscapes, especially concerning China. The speakers emphasize the importance of adapting to market trends and the moral implications of investing in defense technologies.



]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Baillie-Gifford-the-BEST-growth-investor--You-have-NEVER-heard-of-e3acnqe945b6a85-b340-4e91-8531-55b57e56d266Sun, 02 Nov 2025 11:07:59 GMT<p>This conversation explores the history and evolution of Baillie Gifford, a leading growth stage investment firm based in Scotland. The discussion highlights the company's long-term investment philosophy, its founders, and significant historical events that shaped its trajectory, including World War I and II. The conversation also delves into Baillie Gifford's strategic expansion into global markets, particularly Japan, and how the firm has adapted its investment strategies over the years. This conversation delves into the investment strategies of Baillie Gifford, focusing on their significant tech investments, including Amazon, Google, and Tesla. The discussion highlights the evolution of their investment approach, particularly their shift towards private equity and the challenges of investing in defense companies amidst changing geopolitical landscapes, especially concerning China. The speakers emphasize the importance of adapting to market trends and the moral implications of investing in defense technologies.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p> no02:09:0711Baillie Gifford the BEST growth investor. You have NEVER heard of.full<![CDATA["Be Bold" | Andrew Turner on Quantum, Defence & Europe's Technology Future]]>What does military leadership teach you about investing in frontier technology?

In this episode, Colin Brown and Ruy Pinto sit down with Andrew Turner, former senior Royal Air Force leader and now an investor and strategic adviser focused on emerging technology, national infrastructure and security. Andrew shares the journey from flying helicopters in some of the world's most demanding environments to working on the future of quantum, space, semiconductors and critical infrastructure.

We explore:- Why quantum is about far more than cryptography - including sensing, computing and precision timing- The hidden national-security risks created by our dependence on precision time and space infrastructure- Why Europe is strong at generating breakthrough technology but often struggles to provide the scale capital needed to turn it into industries- How private capital can help address national infrastructure challenges- What military principles like collaboration, winning and "selection and maintenance of the aim" can teach investors and business leaders- Why Europe needs to be bolder if it wants to build globally competitive technology companies- The changing relationship between governments, private capital and the defence industry- Why Andrew believes quantum could become a defining technology of the next decadeA fascinating conversation about leadership, technology, national resilience and Europe's opportunity to build the industries of tomorrow.#QuantumComputing #DeepTech #EuropeanTechnology #DefenceTech #SpaceTech #Investing #FrontierTechnology #Semiconductors

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Be-Bold--Andrew-Turner-on-Quantum--Defence--Europes-Technology-Future-e3p68al2314635b-0ada-46c5-a105-2d8e4a0da6c5Tue, 22 Sep 2026 06:30:00 GMT<p>What does military leadership teach you about investing in frontier technology?</p><p>In this episode, Colin Brown and Ruy Pinto sit down with Andrew Turner, former senior Royal Air Force leader and now an investor and strategic adviser focused on emerging technology, national infrastructure and security. Andrew shares the journey from flying helicopters in some of the world's most demanding environments to working on the future of quantum, space, semiconductors and critical infrastructure. </p><p>We explore:- Why quantum is about far more than cryptography - including sensing, computing and precision timing- The hidden national-security risks created by our dependence on precision time and space infrastructure- Why Europe is strong at generating breakthrough technology but often struggles to provide the scale capital needed to turn it into industries- How private capital can help address national infrastructure challenges- What military principles like collaboration, winning and "selection and maintenance of the aim" can teach investors and business leaders- Why Europe needs to be bolder if it wants to build globally competitive technology companies- The changing relationship between governments, private capital and the defence industry- Why Andrew believes quantum could become a defining technology of the next decadeA fascinating conversation about leadership, technology, national resilience and Europe's opportunity to build the industries of tomorrow.#QuantumComputing #DeepTech #EuropeanTechnology #DefenceTech #SpaceTech #Investing #FrontierTechnology #Semiconductors</p> no00:39:52660"Be Bold" | Andrew Turner on Quantum, Defence & Europe's Technology Futurefull<![CDATA[Nordic Air Defense, Jens Holzapfel: The Race to Secure Airspace in the Age of Drones]]>Colin Brown and Martti Wallin dive deep with Jens Holzapfel of Nordic Air Defence, a startup developing counter-UAS solutions. This Protect Europe Podcast episode delves into defence technology, market positioning, and the future of drone warfare and cybersecurity.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Nordic-Air-Defense--Jens-Holzapfel-The-Race-to-Secure-Airspace-in-the-Age-of-Drones-e3h1qftb64c9ffd-61f6-41fc-b7ee-723322f14292Tue, 07 Apr 2026 05:53:48 GMT<p>Colin Brown and Martti Wallin dive deep with Jens Holzapfel of Nordic Air Defence, a startup developing counter-UAS solutions. This Protect Europe Podcast episode delves into defence technology, market positioning, and the future of drone warfare and cybersecurity.</p> no00:46:32325Nordic Air Defense, Jens Holzapfel: The Race to Secure Airspace in the Age of Dronesfull<![CDATA[Sparkmind Invested EPS 6: Helsing, Nordic Compass, Einride]]>This episode explores the latest trends in European defence startups, Nordic collaboration, and autonomous mobility innovations, highlighting significant funding rounds, geopolitical impacts, and technological advancements. This show is for entertainment and education and not investment advice.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Sparkmind-Invested-EPS-6-Helsing--Nordic-Compass--Einride-e3jalsg5deb06b0-07b3-4ab9-8e84-619e67223405Thu, 14 May 2026 13:10:16 GMT<p>This episode explores the latest trends in European defence startups, Nordic collaboration, and autonomous mobility innovations, highlighting significant funding rounds, geopolitical impacts, and technological advancements. This show is for entertainment and education and not investment advice.</p> no00:35:5316Sparkmind Invested EPS 6: Helsing, Nordic Compass, Einridefull<![CDATA[Safe Grid: Paula Laine, Building Smarter, Safer Power Grids Through Predictive Technology]]>In this conversation, Colin Brown interviews Paula, CEO of Safe Grid, discussing the company's mission to enhance the operation and maintenance of energy infrastructure through advanced fault detection and predictive maintenance technologies. They explore the evolution of Safe Grid's solutions, market positioning, customer acquisition strategies, and the integration of technology with legacy systems. The discussion also touches on the challenges of hardware supply, the impact of geopolitics on energy infrastructure, and the importance of supportive investors in the company's journey.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Safe-Grid-Paula-Laine--Building-Smarter--Safer-Power-Grids-Through-Predictive-Technology-e3ealrae2832754-0be6-4e89-b89a-09c372bd1cadTue, 03 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>In this conversation, Colin Brown interviews Paula, CEO of Safe Grid, discussing the company's mission to enhance the operation and maintenance of energy infrastructure through advanced fault detection and predictive maintenance technologies. They explore the evolution of Safe Grid's solutions, market positioning, customer acquisition strategies, and the integration of technology with legacy systems. The discussion also touches on the challenges of hardware supply, the impact of geopolitics on energy infrastructure, and the importance of supportive investors in the company's journey.</p> no00:44:58213Safe Grid: Paula Laine, Building Smarter, Safer Power Grids Through Predictive Technologyfull<![CDATA[CDL, Artur Kamberg & Kadri Ukrainski '' Estonia’s “Supervillain” Top Secret Programme'' EPS 4]]>The conversation explores the Creative Destruction Lab (CDL) in Estonia, focusing on its role in accelerating startups through a unique university-operated model. The discussion highlights the importance of mentorship, the significance of Estonia's position in the startup ecosystem, and the emphasis on defense technology and material sovereignty. The speakers share insights on the program's structure, the selection of mentors, and the current trends in defense startups, concluding with shoutouts to notable companies making an impact in the field.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/CDL--Artur-Kamberg--Kadri-Ukrainski--Estonias-Supervillain-Top-Secret-Programme-EPS-4-e3biq1j39b62761-d5b1-45ed-b040-4dd25a1506cfTue, 02 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT<p>The conversation explores the Creative Destruction Lab (CDL) in Estonia, focusing on its role in accelerating startups through a unique university-operated model. The discussion highlights the importance of mentorship, the significance of Estonia's position in the startup ecosystem, and the emphasis on defense technology and material sovereignty. The speakers share insights on the program's structure, the selection of mentors, and the current trends in defense startups, concluding with shoutouts to notable companies making an impact in the field.</p> no00:40:2014CDL, Artur Kamberg & Kadri Ukrainski '' Estonia’s “Supervillain” Top Secret Programme'' EPS 4full<![CDATA[ZEISS: Is present ''everywhere'' and allows you to see ''everything''!]]>This conversation explores the history and impact of Carl Zeiss and his company, which revolutionized the field of optics and microscopy. It delves into the contributions of key figures such as Ernst Abbe and Otto Schott, the establishment of the Zeiss Foundation, and the company's evolution through significant historical events, including World War I and the Weimar Republic. The discussion highlights the importance of craftsmanship, innovation, and corporate social responsibility in shaping the legacy of Zeiss. This conversation explores the rich history and evolution of Zeiss, a company that has played a pivotal role in optics and technology. From its foundation's stability during turbulent times to its strategic pivots in consumer markets and military technology, Zeiss has navigated through wars, the Cold War, and the digital age. The discussion highlights the company's resilience, innovation in semiconductors, and its significant contributions to space exploration and photography. As Zeiss continues to adapt and thrive in a rapidly changing landscape, it remains a leader in precision optics and measurement, shaping the future of technology.



]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/ZEISS-Is-present-everywhere-and-allows-you-to-see-everything-e3crqt1d9fa095a-cf1b-4012-8cb0-78738adfe58fThu, 08 Jan 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>This conversation explores the history and impact of Carl Zeiss and his company, which revolutionized the field of optics and microscopy. It delves into the contributions of key figures such as Ernst Abbe and Otto Schott, the establishment of the Zeiss Foundation, and the company's evolution through significant historical events, including World War I and the Weimar Republic. The discussion highlights the importance of craftsmanship, innovation, and corporate social responsibility in shaping the legacy of Zeiss. This conversation explores the rich history and evolution of Zeiss, a company that has played a pivotal role in optics and technology. From its foundation's stability during turbulent times to its strategic pivots in consumer markets and military technology, Zeiss has navigated through wars, the Cold War, and the digital age. The discussion highlights the company's resilience, innovation in semiconductors, and its significant contributions to space exploration and photography. As Zeiss continues to adapt and thrive in a rapidly changing landscape, it remains a leader in precision optics and measurement, shaping the future of technology.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p> no01:46:3813ZEISS: Is present ''everywhere'' and allows you to see ''everything''!full<![CDATA[Inflection, Jonatan Luther-Bergquist: Why Europe’s Next Tech Battles Will Be Fought in Compute Space]]>In this conversation, Jonatan Luther-Bergquist discusses the concept of Sovereign Compute, its implications for technology and investment, and the evolving landscape of venture capital in Europe. He emphasizes the importance of cryptography, the challenges in the defense technology sector, and the opportunities presented by space technology. The discussion also touches on the difficulties in cybersecurity investments and highlights the admiration for founders who are driving innovation in these fields.



]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Inflection--Jonatan-Luther-Bergquist-Why-Europes-Next-Tech-Battles-Will-Be-Fought-in-Compute-Space-e3dfrhof117f898-203f-4349-85f0-447481884baaTue, 13 Jan 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>In this conversation, Jonatan Luther-Bergquist discusses the concept of Sovereign Compute, its implications for technology and investment, and the evolving landscape of venture capital in Europe. He emphasizes the importance of cryptography, the challenges in the defense technology sector, and the opportunities presented by space technology. The discussion also touches on the difficulties in cybersecurity investments and highlights the admiration for founders who are driving innovation in these fields.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p> no00:29:28110Inflection, Jonatan Luther-Bergquist: Why Europe’s Next Tech Battles Will Be Fought in Compute Spacefull<![CDATA[CloudBerry VC, Rene Kromhof : How Expertise and Strategy Drive Early-Stage Deep Tech Investing]]>In this insightful interview, Rene from CloudBerry VC shares his journey from semiconductor engineering to venture capital, focusing on early-stage investments in semiconductors, photonics, and advanced materials across Europe. Discover how the Cloudberry team leverages deep technological expertise, strategic LP partnerships, and a unique investment thesis to identify and support innovative startups in a critical industry shaping the future of technology.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/CloudBerry-VC--Rene-Kromhof--How-Expertise-and-Strategy-Drive-Early-Stage-Deep-Tech-Investing-e3imnml6cfbe272-0655-4464-b3e0-8ba8335e0122Tue, 05 May 2026 13:30:00 GMT<p>In this insightful interview, Rene from CloudBerry VC shares his journey from semiconductor engineering to venture capital, focusing on early-stage investments in semiconductors, photonics, and advanced materials across Europe. Discover how the Cloudberry team leverages deep technological expertise, strategic LP partnerships, and a unique investment thesis to identify and support innovative startups in a critical industry shaping the future of technology.</p> no00:44:45433CloudBerry VC, Rene Kromhof : How Expertise and Strategy Drive Early-Stage Deep Tech Investingfull<![CDATA[ATMOS Space Cargo: Sebastian Klaus, How Inflatable Heat Shields Could Transform Space Transportation]]>In this engaging interview, Sebastian Klaus discusses Europe's current position in space access, the importance of reusable spacecraft, and innovative re-entry technologies like inflatable heat shields. He shares insights into ATMOS Space Cargo's mission, technological advancements, and Europe's strategic role in space manufacturing and defence.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/ATMOS-Space-Cargo-Sebastian-Klaus--How-Inflatable-Heat-Shields-Could-Transform-Space-Transportation-e3l0bcl118420f8-d39d-49ea-a088-2b5caf672d9aTue, 14 Jul 2026 07:11:54 GMT<p>In this engaging interview, Sebastian Klaus discusses Europe's current position in space access, the importance of reusable spacecraft, and innovative re-entry technologies like inflatable heat shields. He shares insights into ATMOS Space Cargo's mission, technological advancements, and Europe's strategic role in space manufacturing and defence.</p> no00:46:44547ATMOS Space Cargo: Sebastian Klaus, How Inflatable Heat Shields Could Transform Space Transportationfull<![CDATA[Roche: Here, There and Everywhere!]]>In this episode of Category Leaders, Colin Brown and Martti Wallin explore the fascinating history of Roche, a Swiss pharmaceutical giant, from its origins in the 1890s to its evolution into a leader in biotech and diagnostics. Discover how strategic capital reallocation, innovation, and navigating geopolitical risks shaped its journey and contributed to modern medicine. This episode explores Roche's strategic evolution from a vitamins manufacturer to a biotech and precision medicine powerhouse. We analyse their innovative approach to diagnostics, biologics, and their system of scientific autonomy, governance, and process power that sustains their industry leadership.



]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Roche-Here--There-and-Everywhere-e3gnve7af47d72a-a756-4c00-ad01-f463e3bca42bThu, 26 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode of Category Leaders, Colin Brown and Martti Wallin explore the fascinating history of Roche, a Swiss pharmaceutical giant, from its origins in the 1890s to its evolution into a leader in biotech and diagnostics. Discover how strategic capital reallocation, innovation, and navigating geopolitical risks shaped its journey and contributed to modern medicine. This episode explores Roche's strategic evolution from a vitamins manufacturer to a biotech and precision medicine powerhouse. We analyse their innovative approach to diagnostics, biologics, and their system of scientific autonomy, governance, and process power that sustains their industry leadership.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p> no02:30:2716Roche: Here, There and Everywhere!full<![CDATA[ICEYE, Pekka Laurila “Why Satellites Could Decide the Future of Defense” EPS 2]]>In this conversation, Colin Brown and Vesa interviews Pekka, co-founder of ICEYE, about the company's ambitious vision for 2035, current operational focus, and the exciting use cases of their imaging radar technology in the defense sector. Pekka discusses the scaling of satellite launches, the economics of production, and the dynamics of their growing global team. He also addresses the bottlenecks in growth and highlights the impressive innovation coming from the Ukrainian tech industry amidst wartime challenges.



]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/ICEYE--Pekka-Laurila-Why-Satellites-Could-Decide-the-Future-of-Defense-EPS-2-e38vc4c7f4e2a39-4e33-4221-bc92-b2c345d5e147Thu, 02 Oct 2025 11:31:14 GMT<p>In this conversation, Colin Brown and Vesa interviews Pekka, co-founder of ICEYE, about the company's ambitious vision for 2035, current operational focus, and the exciting use cases of their imaging radar technology in the defense sector. Pekka discusses the scaling of satellite launches, the economics of production, and the dynamics of their growing global team. He also addresses the bottlenecks in growth and highlights the impressive innovation coming from the Ukrainian tech industry amidst wartime challenges.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p> no00:32:2012ICEYE, Pekka Laurila “Why Satellites Could Decide the Future of Defense” EPS 2full<![CDATA[Tiotech: Anders Teigland, Building Safer, More Durable Batteries for Real World Applications]]>In this conversation, Anders Teigland discusses the challenges and innovations in battery technology, particularly focusing on Tiotech's approach to creating durable and safe batteries for defense applications. He highlights the slow progress of electrification in maritime transport and the importance of chemistry in developing new battery solutions. The discussion also covers the company's growth, funding strategies, and the vision for future battery production, emphasizing the need for pragmatic investment in deep tech.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Tiotech-Anders-Teigland--Building-Safer--More-Durable-Batteries-for-Real-World-Applications-e3f06htff46a8ed-18e1-412c-a587-91b72f833187Tue, 17 Feb 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>In this conversation, Anders Teigland discusses the challenges and innovations in battery technology, particularly focusing on Tiotech's approach to creating durable and safe batteries for defense applications. He highlights the slow progress of electrification in maritime transport and the importance of chemistry in developing new battery solutions. The discussion also covers the company's growth, funding strategies, and the vision for future battery production, emphasizing the need for pragmatic investment in deep tech.</p> no00:48:27216Tiotech: Anders Teigland, Building Safer, More Durable Batteries for Real World Applicationsfull<![CDATA[BARYON Defence Fund: Martin Valovsky, Investing in Europe’s Next Defense Champions!]]>Martin Valovsky shares insights into the hard-edged approach of the Baryon Investment Fund, emphasising the importance of founder qualities, technological focus, and building Europe's defence industry. Discover how their team’s diverse backgrounds and shared values drive their investment strategy and support for innovative defence technologies.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/BARYON-Defence-Fund-Martin-Valovsky--Investing-in-Europes-Next-Defense-Champions-e3lomlh39d26bf7-892c-4993-a782-48b2d58899d7Tue, 11 Aug 2026 06:30:00 GMT<p>Martin Valovsky shares insights into the hard-edged approach of the Baryon Investment Fund, emphasising the importance of founder qualities, technological focus, and building Europe's defence industry. Discover how their team’s diverse backgrounds and shared values drive their investment strategy and support for innovative defence technologies.</p> no00:37:27653BARYON Defence Fund: Martin Valovsky, Investing in Europe’s Next Defense Champions!full<![CDATA[Cactos,Oskari Jaakkola: Reinventing Industrial Energy With Vertical Integration]]>In this Protect Europe Podcast, Colin Brown interviews Oskari Jaakkola, the co-founder of Cactos, a modern energy company focused on providing affordable electricity and energy storage solutions to industrial users. Oskari discusses the company's vertically integrated approach, the challenges of the electricity market, and the importance of their infrastructure fund in providing financing to clients. He shares insights into the company's growth, pivotal decisions made in its early days, and the team's background. The conversation also touches on the future of energy consumption and the role of technology in managing electricity costs.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Cactos-Oskari-Jaakkola-Reinventing-Industrial-Energy-With-Vertical-Integration-e3fp3k101a4047a-5d0d-4af6-a52b-e7e39875fa32Tue, 10 Mar 2026 06:48:03 GMT<p>In this Protect Europe Podcast, Colin Brown interviews Oskari Jaakkola, the co-founder of Cactos, a modern energy company focused on providing affordable electricity and energy storage solutions to industrial users. Oskari discusses the company's vertically integrated approach, the challenges of the electricity market, and the importance of their infrastructure fund in providing financing to clients. He shares insights into the company's growth, pivotal decisions made in its early days, and the team's background. The conversation also touches on the future of energy consumption and the role of technology in managing electricity costs.</p> no00:43:59220Cactos,Oskari Jaakkola: Reinventing Industrial Energy With Vertical Integrationfull<![CDATA[BSV Ventures, Erik Bhullar : Why Deep Tech Needs Validation, Not Hype - EPS 7 ]]>In this conversation, Colin Brown interviews Erik Bhullar from BSV Ventures, discussing the fund's focus on deep tech investments, the importance of scientific validation, and the unique challenges faced by founders in the tech space. They explore the role of hardware in deep tech, the significance of communication in technology, and how BSV Ventures supports startups in navigating regulatory challenges. The conversation also touches on the fund's commitment to supporting Ukraine through technology and the admiration for scientific talent in Europe.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/BSV-Ventures--Erik-Bhullar--Why-Deep-Tech-Needs-Validation--Not-Hype---EPS-7-e3ccpmqffd6d602-8a4e-472c-aacc-e31af068b324Tue, 16 Dec 2025 07:00:00 GMT<p>In this conversation, Colin Brown interviews Erik Bhullar from BSV Ventures, discussing the fund's focus on deep tech investments, the importance of scientific validation, and the unique challenges faced by founders in the tech space. They explore the role of hardware in deep tech, the significance of communication in technology, and how BSV Ventures supports startups in navigating regulatory challenges. The conversation also touches on the fund's commitment to supporting Ukraine through technology and the admiration for scientific talent in Europe.</p> no00:38:2917BSV Ventures, Erik Bhullar : Why Deep Tech Needs Validation, Not Hype - EPS 7 full<![CDATA[Defence Invest: Vishal Gaglani, Why Mission-Aligned VC Is Crucial for Europe’s Security]]>In this week's Protect Europe Podcast (PEP), we dive into the vision and mission of Vishal Gaglani, Co-Founder of Defence Invest, an emerging European venture capital firm focused on defence tech innovation. Defence Invest is a veteran-founded defence technology VC backed by over 60 years of combined military experience and dedicated to transforming the pace and impact of defence innovation in Europe. The firm invests in early-stage, dual-use and defence-first startups that are building technologies critical to modern deterrence, resilience, and strategic autonomy.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Defence-Invest-Vishal-Gaglani--Why-Mission-Aligned-VC-Is-Crucial-for-Europes-Security-e3e72kje68b834a-8803-48ee-8432-0de25ff2366bTue, 27 Jan 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>In this week's Protect Europe Podcast (PEP), we dive into the vision and mission of Vishal Gaglani, Co-Founder of Defence Invest, an emerging European venture capital firm focused on defence tech innovation. Defence Invest is a veteran-founded defence technology VC backed by over 60 years of combined military experience and dedicated to transforming the pace and impact of defence innovation in Europe. The firm invests in early-stage, dual-use and defence-first startups that are building technologies critical to modern deterrence, resilience, and strategic autonomy.</p> no00:30:41212Defence Invest: Vishal Gaglani, Why Mission-Aligned VC Is Crucial for Europe’s Securityfull<![CDATA[MITS Capital, Perry Boyle: From Wall Street to Ukraine’s Defense Innovation Frontline]]>Perry Boyle (MITS Capital) shares his inspiring journey from Wall Street to actively supporting Ukraine's defence industry through innovative investments and strategic initiatives. Discover how Ukraine is building a cutting-edge ecosystem of defence technology, the role of international collaboration, and the potential for sustainable peace and security.



]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/MITS-Capital--Perry-Boyle-From-Wall-Street-to-Ukraines-Defense-Innovation-Frontline-e3kg03l45b90b36-7cd1-43b0-a9d5-f703e253fc1cTue, 30 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMT<p>Perry Boyle (MITS Capital) shares his inspiring journey from Wall Street to actively supporting Ukraine's defence industry through innovative investments and strategic initiatives. Discover how Ukraine is building a cutting-edge ecosystem of defence technology, the role of international collaboration, and the potential for sustainable peace and security.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p> no00:44:21547MITS Capital, Perry Boyle: From Wall Street to Ukraine’s Defense Innovation Frontlinefull<![CDATA[Techwars, Marc C Lange: Why Europe Must Rethink Military Procurement!]]>This Protect Europe Podcast features defense expert Marc C Lange of the Techwars Substack discussing innovative procurement strategies, the future of unmanned systems, and Europe's path to military sovereignty. Gain insights into performance-based buying, industrial capacity, and the role of technology in modern defense.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Techwars--Marc-C-Lange-Why-Europe-Must-Rethink-Military-Procurement-e3j6mj5b51280f0-716f-4aa8-9abf-417fd44e70ffTue, 19 May 2026 13:30:00 GMT<p>This Protect Europe Podcast features defense expert Marc C Lange of the Techwars Substack discussing innovative procurement strategies, the future of unmanned systems, and Europe's path to military sovereignty. Gain insights into performance-based buying, industrial capacity, and the role of technology in modern defense.</p> no01:01:58435Techwars, Marc C Lange: Why Europe Must Rethink Military Procurement!full<![CDATA[Graphmatech, Olivia Nestius: Why Integration, Not Discovery, Is the Real Bottleneck]]>In this episode of PEP conversation, Olivia Nestius CEO of Graphmatech discusses the significant challenges faced in the graphene industry, particularly focusing on the efficient integration of graphene into materials and the scaling of production processes. She highlights the importance of maintaining performance while managing costs and shares insights into the advancements made in production capacity

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Graphmatech--Olivia-Nestius-Why-Integration--Not-Discovery--Is-the-Real-Bottleneck-e3fl9id9a3087ad-c0bb-434b-87f6-47678acb193fTue, 03 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode of PEP conversation, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/olivianestius/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Olivia Nestius</a> CEO of <a href="https://graphmatech.com/en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Graphmatech</a> discusses the significant challenges faced in the graphene industry, particularly focusing on the efficient integration of graphene into materials and the scaling of production processes. She highlights the importance of maintaining performance while managing costs and shares insights into the advancements made in production capacity</p> no00:28:57218Graphmatech, Olivia Nestius: Why Integration, Not Discovery, Is the Real Bottleneckfull<![CDATA[Distance Tech, Urho Konttori “Europe’s Ethical Battlefield: Tech, Trust, and Public Opinion” EPS 1]]>In this episode of the Protect Europe podcast, Colin Brown interviews Urho Konttori, founder of Distance Technologies, discussing the future of defense technology, the importance of ethical considerations, the current state of public opinion in Europe regarding defense, and the challenges of capital funding in the sector. Konttori shares insights on executing a vision while navigating the complexities of the defense industry and the startup landscape in Europe.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Distance-Tech--Urho-Konttori-Europes-Ethical-Battlefield-Tech--Trust--and-Public-Opinion-EPS-1-e38vc0k05dcfe66-5ade-4c22-b27b-a943bd1c2fa6Thu, 02 Oct 2025 11:30:22 GMT<p>In this episode of the Protect Europe podcast, Colin Brown interviews Urho Konttori, founder of Distance Technologies, discussing the future of defense technology, the importance of ethical considerations, the current state of public opinion in Europe regarding defense, and the challenges of capital funding in the sector. Konttori shares insights on executing a vision while navigating the complexities of the defense industry and the startup landscape in Europe.</p> no00:42:5311Distance Tech, Urho Konttori “Europe’s Ethical Battlefield: Tech, Trust, and Public Opinion” EPS 1full<![CDATA[Impact Builders, Jan Lagast: Why Europe Needs Mission-Driven Business!]]>In this conversation, Colin Brown and Jan Lagast discuss the concept of Impact Builders, a public benefit foundation aimed at creating a human-centric capitalism in Europe. They explore the importance of mission-driven businesses, the need for de-risking supply chains, and the opportunities for investment in Eastern Europe. Jan shares insights on the challenges and strategies for turning around classic industries and emphasises the importance of building new businesses that align with societal impact. The discussion also highlights the role of capital in fostering growth and the significance of strong leadership in shaping a better future for Europe.Not investment advice! Purely for educational and entertainment purposes.



]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Impact-Builders--Jan-Lagast-Why-Europe-Needs-Mission-Driven-Business-e3j8i1hcc79c61b-d998-4b2e-897d-8caff8fc5eedThu, 21 May 2026 13:30:00 GMT<p>In this conversation, Colin Brown and Jan Lagast discuss the concept of Impact Builders, a public benefit foundation aimed at creating a human-centric capitalism in Europe. They explore the importance of mission-driven businesses, the need for de-risking supply chains, and the opportunities for investment in Eastern Europe. Jan shares insights on the challenges and strategies for turning around classic industries and emphasises the importance of building new businesses that align with societal impact. The discussion also highlights the role of capital in fostering growth and the significance of strong leadership in shaping a better future for Europe.Not investment advice! Purely for educational and entertainment purposes.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p> no00:42:31436Impact Builders, Jan Lagast: Why Europe Needs Mission-Driven Business!full<![CDATA[Windlift, Rob Creighton: How Tethered Drones Are Changing Maritime Security]]>In this conversation, Rob Creighton, founder and CEO of Windlift, discusses the innovative technology behind tethered drones designed for various applications, particularly in enhancing surveillance for global shipping. He explains the challenges faced in maritime security, especially in high-risk areas like the Red Sea, and how Windlift's solutions can provide significant advantages in terms of safety and efficiency. The discussion also covers the business model, partnerships, and future plans for the company, emphasizing the importance of algorithmic design and optimization in drone technology.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Windlift--Rob-Creighton-How-Tethered-Drones-Are-Changing-Maritime-Security-e3do1eq02143577-8bbb-47e3-9f23-40a60f5454e2Tue, 20 Jan 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>In this conversation, Rob Creighton, founder and CEO of Windlift, discusses the innovative technology behind tethered drones designed for various applications, particularly in enhancing surveillance for global shipping. He explains the challenges faced in maritime security, especially in high-risk areas like the Red Sea, and how Windlift's solutions can provide significant advantages in terms of safety and efficiency. The discussion also covers the business model, partnerships, and future plans for the company, emphasizing the importance of algorithmic design and optimization in drone technology.</p> no00:39:32211Windlift, Rob Creighton: How Tethered Drones Are Changing Maritime Securityfull<![CDATA[Movens Capital, Radoslaw Rejman: Poland moving from Category to Industry!]]>This interview with Radoslaw Rejman, a founding partner at Movens Capital, explores the evolution of venture capital in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), the role of government support, and the strategic positioning of funds in a competitive landscape. Gain insights into regional investment trends, fund strategies, and the future of tech startups in CEE.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Movens-Capital--Radoslaw-Rejman-Poland-moving-from-Category-to-Industry-e3jrtvo0ced45f3-2898-4a87-ab6f-5d47b5314d39Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMT<p>This interview with Radoslaw Rejman, a founding partner at Movens Capital, explores the evolution of venture capital in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), the role of government support, and the strategic positioning of funds in a competitive landscape. Gain insights into regional investment trends, fund strategies, and the future of tech startups in CEE.</p> no00:41:09544Movens Capital, Radoslaw Rejman: Poland moving from Category to Industry!full<![CDATA[Astrolight: Laurynas Mačiulis, Building the Future of Space Communication With Lasers]]>Explore the innovative intersection of lasers and space communication with Laurynas Mačiulis, founder of Astrolight. Discover how Lithuania's laser technology is shaping the future of satellite connectivity, security, and space industry resilience amid geopolitical challenges.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Astrolight-Laurynas-Maiulis--Building-the-Future-of-Space-Communication-With-Lasers-e3l8jh4c35d0338-a30a-4750-bc91-ede3decc2b71Tue, 28 Jul 2026 06:30:00 GMT<p>Explore the innovative intersection of lasers and space communication with Laurynas Mačiulis, founder of Astrolight. Discover how Lithuania's laser technology is shaping the future of satellite connectivity, security, and space industry resilience amid geopolitical challenges.</p> no00:42:12651Astrolight: Laurynas Mačiulis, Building the Future of Space Communication With Lasersfull<![CDATA[Angel One, Ivan Petrenko: Why a Catholic University is Funding Ukrainian Defence Founders?]]>Ivan Petrenko shares the inspiring story of Angel One, a Ukrainian university-backed venture fund that pivoted from civil start-ups to defence tech during the Ukraine war. Discover how rapid innovation, university support, and strategic investments are shaping Ukraine's defence industry and evolving ecosystem.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Angel-One--Ivan-Petrenko-Why-a-Catholic-University-is-Funding-Ukrainian-Defence-Founders-e3kdtpt05f9d8a3-5ff7-432f-a7e0-6d0fe16536b0Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMT<p>Ivan Petrenko shares the inspiring story of Angel One, a Ukrainian university-backed venture fund that pivoted from civil start-ups to defence tech during the Ukraine war. Discover how rapid innovation, university support, and strategic investments are shaping Ukraine's defence industry and evolving ecosystem.</p> no00:33:57546Angel One, Ivan Petrenko: Why a Catholic University is Funding Ukrainian Defence Founders?full<![CDATA[What Victory Looks Like: $100bn of Private Capital in Ukraine | Roman Sulzhyk]]>On the morning the full-scale invasion began, Roman Sulzhyk put on his best suit and went to a board meeting. Today he backs Ukraine’s defence tech founders from his office in central Kyiv.Roman spent 20 years as a trader at JP Morgan and Deutsche Bank in New York and London. He served on the supervisory board of PrivatBank and is now co-founder of Resist UA, an early-stage fund investing in Ukrainian defence technology. Its first fund backed seven teams at valuations below $5M, several of which are now raising at hundreds of millions. He is raising a second fund of €50M, registered in Estonia.In this conversation, Colin Brown and Roman cover:- How Ukraine built a defence innovation machine, and why Europe’s money made it possible- The e-points system that gets startup tech from the garage to the front line- Why mandatory disclosure of Russia exposure would cost Europe less than more aid- Backing founders on values, not just spreadsheets- How Western capital is changing the rules of Ukraine’s economy- Roman’s definition of victory: $100bn of private capital in the first five years after the war- Resilience, from the London Blitz to Kyiv todayChapters00:00 The painting behind Roman, and putting on a suit on day one03:09 Starting Resist: early bets on Ukrainian defence tech06:16 Europe’s money and Ukraine’s innovation machine11:58 Russia’s war economy and burn rate13:30 Mandatory disclosure of Russia exposure21:44 Who should invest in the fund27:08 Founders, values and Western capital37:42 Defining victory: $100bn of private capital41:25 Resilience, the Blitz and Ukraine’s war for independence46:09 Wrap-upResist: https://resist.ua

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/What-Victory-Looks-Like-100bn-of-Private-Capital-in-Ukraine--Roman-Sulzhyk-e3qcnqs9f40eabc-5a5c-48db-9c12-e984ec9589cfTue, 13 Oct 2026 06:30:00 GMT<p>On the morning the full-scale invasion began, Roman Sulzhyk put on his best suit and went to a board meeting. Today he backs Ukraine’s defence tech founders from his office in central Kyiv.Roman spent 20 years as a trader at JP Morgan and Deutsche Bank in New York and London. He served on the supervisory board of PrivatBank and is now co-founder of Resist UA, an early-stage fund investing in Ukrainian defence technology. Its first fund backed seven teams at valuations below $5M, several of which are now raising at hundreds of millions. He is raising a second fund of €50M, registered in Estonia.In this conversation, Colin Brown and Roman cover:- How Ukraine built a defence innovation machine, and why Europe’s money made it possible- The e-points system that gets startup tech from the garage to the front line- Why mandatory disclosure of Russia exposure would cost Europe less than more aid- Backing founders on values, not just spreadsheets- How Western capital is changing the rules of Ukraine’s economy- Roman’s definition of victory: $100bn of private capital in the first five years after the war- Resilience, from the London Blitz to Kyiv todayChapters00:00 The painting behind Roman, and putting on a suit on day one03:09 Starting Resist: early bets on Ukrainian defence tech06:16 Europe’s money and Ukraine’s innovation machine11:58 Russia’s war economy and burn rate13:30 Mandatory disclosure of Russia exposure21:44 Who should invest in the fund27:08 Founders, values and Western capital37:42 Defining victory: $100bn of private capital41:25 Resilience, the Blitz and Ukraine’s war for independence46:09 Wrap-upResist: https://resist.ua</p> no00:47:23764What Victory Looks Like: $100bn of Private Capital in Ukraine | Roman Sulzhykfull<![CDATA[Sparkmind Invested EPS 1: Donut Lab, Harmattan AI, Fractile AI]]>In this episode of Sparkmind Invested, hosts Colin Brown, Martti Wallin, and Christopher Lyrhem discuss three significant stories impacting the investment landscape in Europe. They delve into Donut Labs and its groundbreaking battery technology announcement, the emergence of Harmattan AI in the defence sector, and the innovations in inference by UK-based Fractile AI. The conversation highlights the challenges and opportunities within these sectors, the importance of vertical integration, and the geopolitical implications of technological advancements. The hosts also share their investment perspectives and the potential of young entrepreneurs in driving change.

Sparkmind Invested is not "investment advice"; it is a news and analysis show that aims to add value to "security curious" investors.


]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Sparkmind-Invested-EPS-1-Donut-Lab--Harmattan-AI--Fractile-AI-e3e09oof2fd403c-4824-4a41-a424-2d2b63dec3c6Thu, 22 Jan 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode of Sparkmind Invested, hosts Colin Brown, Martti Wallin, and Christopher Lyrhem discuss three significant stories impacting the investment landscape in Europe. They delve into Donut Labs and its groundbreaking battery technology announcement, the emergence of Harmattan AI in the defence sector, and the innovations in inference by UK-based Fractile AI. The conversation highlights the challenges and opportunities within these sectors, the importance of vertical integration, and the geopolitical implications of technological advancements. The hosts also share their investment perspectives and the potential of young entrepreneurs in driving change. </p><p>Sparkmind Invested is not "investment advice"; it is a news and analysis show that aims to add value to "security curious" investors. </p><p><br /></p> no00:33:4411Sparkmind Invested EPS 1: Donut Lab, Harmattan AI, Fractile AIfull<![CDATA[ASML: Monopoly by consent! ]]>In this episode of Category Leaders, our co-hosts Colin Brown and Martti Wallin take on the most valuable company in Europe and arguably one of the three most strategically important companies in the world.

But to understand ASML, our hosts have to explore its origins, challenges, and the collaborative efforts that have shaped its success. The discussion highlights the cyclical nature of the semiconductor market, the importance of innovation, and the role of collaboration in advancing technologies like EUV lithography.

In this episode, you will understand why ASML has a monopoly by consent.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/ASML-Monopoly-by-consent-e3e8ukob295e0e5-7d63-49b9-9f65-0e9e91163dd7Thu, 29 Jan 2026 07:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode of Category Leaders, our co-hosts Colin Brown and Martti Wallin take on the most valuable company in Europe and arguably one of the three most strategically important companies in the world. </p><p>But to understand ASML, our hosts have to explore its origins, challenges, and the collaborative efforts that have shaped its success. The discussion highlights the cyclical nature of the semiconductor market, the importance of innovation, and the role of collaboration in advancing technologies like EUV lithography. </p><p>In this episode, you will understand why ASML has a monopoly by consent.</p> no02:42:4414ASML: Monopoly by consent! full<![CDATA[Sparkmind Invested EPS 4: Isembard, UFORCE and Capture Energy]]>In this week's episode of Sparkmind Invested the co-hosts Martti Wallin Christopher Lyrhem, and Colin Brown unpack the three events they saw and talk to the investor trends behind them.

Precision factory manufacturing via franchise with Isembard.

Ukraine is building bilateral export relationships for "combat-proven technologies" with its closest allies, UFORCE.

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) that compete on price and resilience, Capture Energy.

This show is not investment advice, but it is entertaining and hopefully optimised for insights per minute.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Sparkmind-Invested-EPS-4-Isembard--UFORCE-and-Capture-Energy-e3g9p263afcfbe2-cbd5-4a69-be74-7925aeacd039Thu, 12 Mar 2026 06:45:39 GMT<p>In this week's episode of Sparkmind Invested the co-hosts Martti Wallin Christopher Lyrhem, and Colin Brown unpack the three events they saw and talk to the investor trends behind them.</p><p>Precision factory manufacturing via franchise with Isembard.</p><p>Ukraine is building bilateral export relationships for "combat-proven technologies" with its closest allies, UFORCE.</p><p>Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) that compete on price and resilience, Capture Energy.</p><p>This show is not investment advice, but it is entertaining and hopefully optimised for insights per minute.</p> no00:33:2514Sparkmind Invested EPS 4: Isembard, UFORCE and Capture Energyfull<![CDATA[Sapien Perception, Lau Nørgaard: Detecting Tiny Threats Across Massive Areas in Real Time]]>This episode features Lau Nørgaard discussing how Sapien Perception is building advanced imaging systems that can detect small objects across huge areas in real time. The conversation explores the company’s “perception layer” technology, its applications in defense and maritime monitoring, the challenges of processing massive amounts of sensor data, and the startup journey from pitching VCs to launching their first products.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Sapien-Perception--Lau-Nrgaard-Detecting-Tiny-Threats-Across-Massive-Areas-in-Real-Time-e3jkvl7373361ea-15e3-42d1-9dcb-29769151002dThu, 04 Jun 2026 13:30:00 GMT<p>This episode features Lau Nørgaard discussing how Sapien Perception is building advanced imaging systems that can detect small objects across huge areas in real time. The conversation explores the company’s “perception layer” technology, its applications in defense and maritime monitoring, the challenges of processing massive amounts of sensor data, and the startup journey from pitching VCs to launching their first products.</p> no00:42:16440Sapien Perception, Lau Nørgaard: Detecting Tiny Threats Across Massive Areas in Real Timefull<![CDATA[Stockholm Water Technology, Karthik Laxman Kunjali: Turning Water Innovation Into Scalable Solutions]]>Join us as Karthik Laxman Kunjali (CEO of Stockholm Water Technology) shares his inspiring journey from aerospace and solar in India to pioneering water treatment technology in Sweden. Discover how innovative electrocapacitive water treatment can revolutionise global water management, address climate change, and create sustainable business opportunities.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Stockholm-Water-Technology--Karthik-Laxman-Kunjali-Turning-Water-Innovation-Into-Scalable-Solutions-e3hqne0c826a53e-1bcc-4d0b-b647-f53551b31256Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:00:00 GMT<p>Join us as Karthik Laxman Kunjali (CEO of Stockholm Water Technology) shares his inspiring journey from aerospace and solar in India to pioneering water treatment technology in Sweden. Discover how innovative electrocapacitive water treatment can revolutionise global water management, address climate change, and create sustainable business opportunities.</p> no00:43:44328Stockholm Water Technology, Karthik Laxman Kunjali: Turning Water Innovation Into Scalable Solutionsfull<![CDATA[Wayren, Henry Härm & Oliver Tiit “Can This Tech Fix the Military’s Biggest Weakness?” EPS 3]]>In this podcast episode, Colin Brown interviews Henry Härm, co-founder of Wayran, a company focused on providing reliable communication solutions for defense forces. They discuss Wayran's vision for the future, the founders' military backgrounds, current operational challenges, and the importance of reliable communication in modern warfare. The conversation delves into the technical aspects of communication protocols, the impact of packet loss, and the role of hardware in their solutions. They also explore feedback from military exercises, strategic partnerships, and the challenges of military procurement.



]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Wayren--Henry-Hrm--Oliver-Tiit-Can-This-Tech-Fix-the-Militarys-Biggest-Weakness--EPS-3-e38vc7re9710c8e-e39e-4cb5-bc07-4d6b00f41e10Thu, 02 Oct 2025 11:31:29 GMT<p>In this podcast episode, Colin Brown interviews Henry Härm, co-founder of Wayran, a company focused on providing reliable communication solutions for defense forces. They discuss Wayran's vision for the future, the founders' military backgrounds, current operational challenges, and the importance of reliable communication in modern warfare. The conversation delves into the technical aspects of communication protocols, the impact of packet loss, and the role of hardware in their solutions. They also explore feedback from military exercises, strategic partnerships, and the challenges of military procurement.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p> no00:38:5613Wayren, Henry Härm & Oliver Tiit “Can This Tech Fix the Military’s Biggest Weakness?” EPS 3full<![CDATA[Arbit: The Danish Company Making Data Move Only One Way]]>The French army asked the same question three times before they would sit down: “Are you certified EAL7+ by BSI in Germany?”


Arbit is one of only two companies in the world holding Common Criteria EAL7+, the highest security certification available. At that level, it isn’t enough to claim your product works. You have to formally prove it, along with your supply chain, your production, your transport and your company culture. The first time took Arbit around 3,000 hours.


Arbit builds data diodes and cross-domain solutions for armed forces, police, intelligence services and governments. It turns data into light and sends it in one direction only, and it can prove that nothing comes back.


Colin Brown and Rik Ferguson sit down with Kasper Gubi of Arbit to talk about:


- What EAL7+ certification actually takes, and why so few companies get there

- Why one-way data transfer is different from encryption

- How the customer base moved from intelligence services to the NATO battlefield

- Insider threats, release portals and getting rid of USB sticks

- Armoured vehicles running up to seven networks of different classifications

- The F-35 integration question every European customer asked

- Twenty years bootstrapped, 10x growth in six years, and a partnership with Leonardo

- NATO data-centric security: prepare to share, but control what you share


Chapters

00:00 Intro

01:40 EAL7+: one of two companies in the world

04:11 What EAL7+ actually takes

07:09 What a data diode does

08:35 Why this isn’t encryption

11:03 From intelligence services to the NATO battlefield

14:50 Civil applications and the cloud

15:31 Physical security: inside a client facility

18:34 Insider threats and release portals

21:18 Perfect vs good enough, and RAM prices

24:07 The elevator pitch

25:47 FedRAMP and the US question

28:05 Arbit’s history: 20 years bootstrapped

31:39 Scaling with open APIs

34:57 The F-35 integration question

38:16 NATO firebreaks: prepare to share, control what you share

40:31 Wrap-up


#Cybersecurity #Defence #NATO #DataDiode #CrossDomain #Denmark #Podcast

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkmind/episodes/Arbit-The-Danish-Company-Making-Data-Move-Only-One-Way-e3qeru172037d1e-fef1-48e5-aff3-d1af5e05b884Thu, 15 Oct 2026 06:30:00 GMT<p>The French army asked the same question three times before they would sit down: “Are you certified EAL7+ by BSI in Germany?”</p><p><br /></p><p>Arbit is one of only two companies in the world holding Common Criteria EAL7+, the highest security certification available. At that level, it isn’t enough to claim your product works. You have to formally prove it, along with your supply chain, your production, your transport and your company culture. The first time took Arbit around 3,000 hours.</p><p><br /></p><p>Arbit builds data diodes and cross-domain solutions for armed forces, police, intelligence services and governments. It turns data into light and sends it in one direction only, and it can prove that nothing comes back.</p><p><br /></p><p>Colin Brown and Rik Ferguson sit down with Kasper Gubi of Arbit to talk about:</p><p><br /></p><p>- What EAL7+ certification actually takes, and why so few companies get there</p><p>- Why one-way data transfer is different from encryption</p><p>- How the customer base moved from intelligence services to the NATO battlefield</p><p>- Insider threats, release portals and getting rid of USB sticks</p><p>- Armoured vehicles running up to seven networks of different classifications</p><p>- The F-35 integration question every European customer asked</p><p>- Twenty years bootstrapped, 10x growth in six years, and a partnership with Leonardo</p><p>- NATO data-centric security: prepare to share, but control what you share</p><p><br /></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Intro</p><p>01:40 EAL7+: one of two companies in the world</p><p>04:11 What EAL7+ actually takes</p><p>07:09 What a data diode does</p><p>08:35 Why this isn’t encryption</p><p>11:03 From intelligence services to the NATO battlefield</p><p>14:50 Civil applications and the cloud</p><p>15:31 Physical security: inside a client facility</p><p>18:34 Insider threats and release portals</p><p>21:18 Perfect vs good enough, and RAM prices</p><p>24:07 The elevator pitch</p><p>25:47 FedRAMP and the US question</p><p>28:05 Arbit’s history: 20 years bootstrapped</p><p>31:39 Scaling with open APIs</p><p>34:57 The F-35 integration question</p><p>38:16 NATO firebreaks: prepare to share, control what you share</p><p>40:31 Wrap-up</p><p><br /></p><p>#Cybersecurity #Defence #NATO #DataDiode #CrossDomain #Denmark #Podcast</p> no00:35:40763Arbit: The Danish Company Making Data Move Only One Wayfull