Investing in defense tech is booming, but the market is not as limitless as it seems; there are mature and emergent competitors, and the available budget is often more constrained than perceived.

The rise of innovative defense startups, like those led by Palmer Luckey, offers hope for revitalizing the defense sector with fresh ideas and competition.

Founders in defense tech should embrace the challenges of building in high-stakes environments, as the mission of contributing to security and stability is worth the effort.

The landscape of defense technology has changed dramatically post-Ukraine, with a surge of interest and investment in venture-backed defense companies, which were previously rare in Silicon Valley.

Five years later, it's remarkable to see a room full of founders in defense technology, with multiple companies valued over a billion dollars, actively working on capabilities for the Department of Defense.

Founders in the tech industry should engage with the Department of Defense, as supporting government efforts is both a business opportunity and a civic responsibility.

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

The current administration is focused on efficiency, making it a pivotal time for dual-use technology, which allows us to leverage commercial advancements to subsidize defense work.

The next frontier in defense technology is demonstrating that we can produce systems at scales that the traditional defense industry does not recognize, aiming for thousands or tens of thousands of units.