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Dual-Use Innovation in NATO/EU Defence: Leveraging Civilian Technology for Security
What is the central argument of “Dual-Use Innovation in NATO/EU Defence”, and why does it matter for European defence and dual-use markets?
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NATO and EU nations increasingly view dual-use innovation — technologies that serve both civilian and military needs — as critical for strategic autonomy and alliance security. Recent trends show surging investment: for example, European ‘Defense, Resilience, and Security’ tech recently accounted for about 10% of all venture capital funding in Europe, reflecting rising investor interest in military-relevant technologies.
Allied governments are building programs to tap into commercial R&D for defence applications. NATO’s Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (DIANA) now spans 200+ sites across the Alliance to nurture startups in AI, biotech, space and other emerging fields.
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What is Dual-Use Innovation in NATO/EU Defence: Leveraging Civilian Technology for Security?
Allied governments are building programs to tap into commercial R&D for defence applications.
Why does Dual-Use Innovation in NATO/EU Defence: Leveraging Civilian Technology for Security matter for European defence?
NATO’s Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic (DIANA) now spans 200+ sites across the Alliance to nurture startups in AI, biotech, space and other emerging fields.
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