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Emerging Tech Horizons

Dr. Arun Seraphin
Department Of Defense
National Security
Artificial Intelligence
National Defense Authorization Act
Emerging Technologies
China
Congress
Defense Industrial Base
Defense Innovation
Defense Technology
Biotechnology
Cybersecurity
Defense Appropriations
Acquisition Reform
Defense Acquisition Reform
National Defense
Unidentified Aerial Phenomena
Women In Defense
Venture Capital
Workforce Development

ETI provides research and analyses to inform the development and integration of emerging technologies into the defense industrial base. This podcast will feature topics and speakers focusing on emerging technologies.

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For decades, the U.S. government has tested weapons systems before deployment, but not the policies that govern them. That gap is starting to close through artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced modeling techniques.

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Over the past decade, microelectronics and semiconductors have become a cornerstone of U.S. national security and supply chain resilience, moving beyond a purely technical issue to a central focus of economic and defense policy in Washington.

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Microelectronics and semiconductor technologies are no longer commodities—they are central to national security and defense innovation. James Chew, President and General Manager of Government Technologies at Intel, explains why this shift is redefini... more

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Join host Dr. Arun Seraphin for a conversation with Kate Käufer, President & Founder of KMK Global Strategies, LLC, to break down how the DoD, Congress, and industry are navigating the FY26 Appropriations Act. The discussion highlights key budget tim... more

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Recent Guests

Grant Meyer
Chair of NDIA's Electronics Division, expert in electronics technology and policy
NDIA
Episode: Microelectronics & Semiconductors: Strengthening Supply Chains for U.S. National Security
James Chew
President and General Manager of Government Technologies at Intel
Intel Corporation
Episode: James Chew of Intel on How Commercial Microelectronics Can Reshape the Defense Industry
Sonya Rahmani
Warfighter Performance Lead and IoT Wearables Lead for Booz Allen's Defense Technology Group
Booz Allen Hamilton
Episode: Optimizing the Warfighter: Can the Military Turn Data into Decisions at the Edge
Will Rogers
Principal at Converge Strategies
Converge Strategies
Episode: The Grid at War: Power Grid Risks to National Security
Dr. Reed Skaggs
Chief Strategy Officer at Lewis-Burke Associates and Chair of NDIA's Science and Engineering Technology Division
Lewis-Burke Associates
Episode: Reshaping Defense Technology Innovation: Inside the Pentagon’s New 2026 Innovation Memo
Dr. Sridhar Kota
Founder and CEO of FlexSys
FlexSys
Episode: Reshaping Aerodynamics: Rise of Adaptive Morphing Control Surfaces in Aerospace & Defense Industry
Hal Chrisman
President of FlexSys and seasoned aerospace professional
FlexSys
Episode: Reshaping Aerodynamics: Rise of Adaptive Morphing Control Surfaces in Aerospace & Defense Industry
Dr. Jae Yu
Expert in workforce issues and data analysis within the military
NDIA
Episode: Mapping Pentagon Leadership Backgrounds: Analysis of Senior Civilian STEM Workforce in Emerging Tech
Dave Berteau
Former CEO of the Professional Services Council
Professional Services Council
Episode: Different Reforms, Same Problems: Common Threads in Defense Acquisition Reform (Part 2)

Host

Arun Seraphin
Executive Director of NDIA's Emerging Technologies Institute (NDIA/ETI) with a focus on defense tech policy and acquisition reform.

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Microelectronics & Semiconductors: Strengthening Supply Chains for U.S. National Security
Q: How can pilots help move this forward in the near term?
Run focused pilots with current state-of-the-art commercial components, onboard the warfighter, demonstrate tangible mission-type improvements, and then scale up with hardened, purpose-built capabilities.
Microelectronics & Semiconductors: Strengthening Supply Chains for U.S. National Security
Q: What more would you like to see in the national electronic strategy, from your perspective in the division?
A clearer implementation plan that connects the strategy to concrete solicitations, programs, and opportunities for industry, plus better channels for transparent communication so companies understand where they fit and how to align incentives with government needs.
James Chew of Intel on How Commercial Microelectronics Can Reshape the Defense Industry
Q: How does Intel navigate between its commercial customer base and the government customer base in the microelectronics space?
Chew discusses balancing commercial demand with government needs by focusing on operational availability, repairability, and governance models that give the government more control over critical components while leveraging Intel's foundry and design capabilities.
Optimizing the Warfighter: Can the Military Turn Data into Decisions at the Edge
Q: What are the key considerations for power and energy management when equipping soldiers with wearable tech and edge devices?
Key considerations include unified power architecture, avoiding multiple charging standards, modeling power needs over extended operation, and designing devices to auto-optimize power usage to ensure essential functions stay online.
Optimizing the Warfighter: Can the Military Turn Data into Decisions at the Edge
Q: How do you balance the use of commercial wearables with defense-specific requirements like cyber security and mission-specific ruggedization?
We adapt commercial technologies by focusing on mission needs, implementing robust cyber protections, and tailoring ruggedization to military conditions, while maintaining scale and cost efficiency through optimized manufacturing.

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What is Emerging Tech Horizons about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Recent episodes center on defense technology innovation, acquisition reform, and the evolving battlefront of information and cyber operations. Discussions frequently explore how the U.S. military sources, allocates, and implements emerging technologies—from AI, autonomous systems, and counter-UAS to advanced training and data-fueled decision making. A notable throughline is the push-pull between rapid private-sector innovation and the rigorous requirements of defense programs, with emphasis on collaboration models, workforce development, and policy levers like NDAA provisions and reform initiatives. Unifying themes include leadership in emerging tech, the challenges of integrating new capabilities into complex defense ecosystems, and the st... more

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2. James Chew
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5. Dr. Reed Skaggs
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7. Hal Chrisman
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