The military-industrial complex profits from ongoing conflicts, complicating efforts for peace and de-escalation.

The military's purchasing power can significantly influence the consumer drone market, equipping soldiers with modern technology and driving industrial growth.

The interconnectedness of trade creates disincentives for military conflict, as nations are economically tied to one another, which can help in de-escalating tensions.

The tools and systems we develop for the military often feed back into our commercial business, demonstrating the dual-use nature of our technology, and we're seeing a flywheel effect in various domains like aviation and maritime, where investments in autonomy will benefit commercial sectors as well.

Successful wartime leaders often struggle to transition from military success to peace negotiations, as the psychological toll of war complicates the ability to compromise.

The military's trust and cohesion can be instilled in companies by fostering teamwork and a shared understanding of mission importance.

Only superior military technology can credibly deter war, and we have more companies interested in supporting that mission than ever before.

The military implications of AI are profound, as autonomous systems will increasingly take on roles in warfare, changing the dynamics of defense and attack.

The military uses commercial transport for logistics, highlighting the need for collaboration between the public and private sectors.