Andrew Bunten

🛰 With #space becoming more congested and contested every day, the need for clear and effective governance has never been more urgent. The future of our activities in low Earth orbit - and beyond - hinges on the decisions we make now. It’s a privilege to join the Council on Foreign Relations' Independent Task Force on U.S. Space Management Policy. Our work is focused on answering critical questions, including: How should the U.S. respond to evolving strategic challenges in space? What policies are necessary to ensure the safe and sustainable use of #LEO? How can we align international efforts to manage the rapid expansion of commercial activities in space? I’m excited to bring a private sector perspective to this important initiative. A special thanks to Co-Chairs Retired Lieutenant General of USSF, Nina Armagno, and Former Congresswoman Jane Harman, as well as Director Esther Brimmer, for including me in this crucial effort. I look forward to sharing our insights and recommendations when the paper is ready. More on the CFR task force can be found here: https://lnkd.in/emJZHyfc

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Here we go! New case study online 😎 Let me know what you think!

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It’s high time for a digital dependency census. We’re lucky this was a Crowdstrike update. They are among the most respected players in the space, but please, let’s use this wake up call to do a cross-sector analysis and understand the “lowest common denominators” among us that, if compromised, could bring entire sectors down. Think Change Healthcare or Epic for healthcare. We need to understand the digital dependencies, much like OpenSSL Software Foundation did with open source code, so we can ensure that entities that reach across entire ecosystems are sufficiently resourced and defended. The status quo— where we find ourselves caught off guard by the Colonial Pipelines, Change Healthcare, ME Doc, or Solarwinds attacks—is unsustainable. Adversaries and cybercriminals are actively searching for targets that produce third, fourth, even fifth order effects. We can whack-a-mole our way through this, the death by a thousand hacks scenario, or we can take a proactive, strategic approach. We are long overdue. #digitalcensusnow

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The Information is out with more breaking #AIfunding news. The latest reflects Mistral AI raising “several hundred million,” at a $5B+ valuation. For those keeping track this follows their recent $415M round closed at $2B in December 2023. One has to wonder how long early stage investors will be able to justify these valuations on companies that are just staring to generate revenue. What do you think? #management #venturecapital #privateequity #aifinancing #capitalmarkets #aifinance

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Right now, it's a rocky road for PE/VC exits in China. IPOs are down, founders are defaulting on buyback agreements, and even when courts rule in favor of investors, getting that money back is proving challenging. The ripple effects are huge: with an estimated 130,000 projects potentially facing buyback demands, it's clear that trust and timely exits are crucial in the VC world. The lesson here? Building a thriving VC scene takes time, and breaking it can have long-lasting consequences. Beyond the immediate financial losses for investors, broader national security implications should be considered. A stifled innovation ecosystem could hinder China's ability to compete technologically on the global stage. Innovation is crucial for economic growth and security, and a healthy VC environment is key to fostering that innovation. #ChinaVC #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #investing #GeopoliticalRisk https://lnkd.in/gsfvAYbG

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Often taken for granted, this subject carries so much weight. especially in times when startup culture world over is on the run. if the fund seeker knows the requirement and chemistry of the fund provider, they may chose the right time and path. so simply explained below.

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Real mixed feeling about this news. Doesn’t it feel a bit crazy that Microsoft almost buying a nuclear powerplant for AI datacenters? At the same time decarbonation, especially in the US, probably needs more nuclear energy (Vs coal or natural gas…) There must be a way to tame energy consumption of our digital needs to reasonable levels while producing cleaner energy

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This post hits extremely close to home. As a Veteran of almost 24 years, it was hard to talk about my service to others without feeling guilty. In my military career, the Silent Professional was held in high regard. Those that spoke of their accomplishments were often frowned upon. I accomplished nothing on my own. Everything I did was alongside my Brothers in Arms. As I transitioned, I was extremely cautious about utilizing my service to gain notoriety or highlight any of my military career. I am extremely proud to work at @Cold Bore Capital, a place that celebrates Veterans and recognizes their worth for the body of work they have built, not their past "accomplishments" in service. Veterans have an immense amount to offer, and you don't have to pimp your last career to get there. I lived by three mantras in Service. Be Hard Be Humble Be a Student of the Game. Nothing wrong with starting over and learning a new craft. It can be hard, but better to be humble and start over than to stay comfy and think you have it all figured out. When we stop growing, we stop living. Ego is not your Amigo. #VeteransInBusiness #LeadershipLessons #HumbleLeadership #TransitioningVeterans #VeteranPride #GrowthMindset #Resilience #MilitaryToBusiness #LeadershipJourney #ColdBoreCapital #VeteranSupport

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I had a chance to join DPW this year bringing together supply chain and procurement startups with enterprises that are on a journey to digitalise, automate and improve their procurement processes. Thanks Matthias Gutzmann for putting this together! 🤩One of the highlights (obviously ;) was listening to how Pactum AI customers talk about RoI and success with every expansion. 🙄 what is common across the customer success stories? Willingness to change and a pain point.

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I just spent another week in Silicon Valley and one of my key personal takeaways from meetings with over 15 VC firms was that defense is the hottest space, driven both by investment theses as well as national interest. If it's a larger strategic effort like their American Dynamism initiative we talked about with Andreessen Horowitz, seeing new drone technologies or 3-D printed parts of SpaceX engines or just overhearing conversations in coffee shops, defense is seemingly everywhere. I might have noticed it a bit before but now it's come into full focus. I'm happy Olav Carlsen and Kilian S. from SPRIND - Bundesagentur für Sprunginnovationen got to see it and while they're always focused on dual use, it's key Europe starts focusing more on defense tech, for security and return reasons. The US is already full speed ahead. Hopefully we'll also see the Startup-Verband pick up the topic in Germany as defense spending increases. A big opportunity for startups. Zoé Fabian Benjamin Heese Christoph J. Stresing Christian Miele Magdalena Oehl Janna Linke

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what an awesome description of the naivite in american manufacturing. Private equity, investors, McKinsey and finance managers in general are certainly needed, but one must understand that the decisions they make are solely geared towards short-term financial profit. Those decisions rarely have anything to do with the product itself. It’s like hiring the bank manager to coach the local football team.

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Wondering how to create an effective corporate innovation program that helps your company unlock its maximum potential? 👉 An interesting article from StartUs Insights InnovaticGroup. Create the Future Now innovaticgroup.com #InnovaticGroup #StratUs #Innovation #Digitalization #InnovationManagement #InnovationManager #CorporateInnovation

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SpaceTech, Disrupting Every Industry on the Planet: ICEYE with Steve Young and Stephen Lathrope 🛰 In this episode, we are thrilled to host two esteemed guests from ICEYE. Joining the podcast is Steve Young, President of Satellite Missions, and Steve Lathrope, Senior Vice President of Solutions. ICEYE operates the world's largest constellation of Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellites. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of SAR data and its transformative real-world applications. 🌎 Our conversation explores how SAR technology is disrupting various industries and addressing some of humanity's most pressing challenges. We examine how ICEYE's technology is not only crucial for defence and security but also revolutionises industries like insurance with its capabilities in risk assessment, claims processing, underwriting, and fraud detection. Tune in for an enlightening discussion on how cutting-edge SAR technology paves the way for a more resilient and informed world 👉 https://lnkd.in/eabNC8WB

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The advent of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of global connectivity. This technology heralds a new era for the wireless and internet industry, promising to extend seamless 5G coverage to every corner of the planet. Imagine a world where geographic barriers to internet access are obliterated, opening up unprecedented opportunities for education, healthcare, and business globally. LEO satellites are set to revolutionize our connectivity infrastructure, offering lower latency, higher speeds, and more reliable internet service than ever before. This isn't just an upgrade; it's a transformation that will empower communities and industries worldwide. Let's embrace the potential of LEO satellites to create a truly connected world free from the constraints of terrestrial infrastructure. John W. Thompson Derrick Clyburn Ballard Rodney Adkins Rodney Woods Russ Kaufmann Robb Kaufmann Ed Christmas John Sleet Charles Pankey Shawn Gunn #PINCommunityAdvocate #Global5G #LEOSatellites

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We announced a $1bn AI Investment fund this morning, as well as investments in Mistral AI, Cohere, and Scale AI. Why is this important? Beyond the hype, AI (GenAI & foundational models specifically) promises a shift in philosophy in terms of how we approach software development. If we can ultimately rely on the logic and reasoning layer of large models to substitute some of the thinking/time that we rely on developers for today, that removes the potential massive constraint that we have in terms of developer time/effort = ipso facto, massive new software development cycle unlock. Of course, along with that, comes the need for entirely new toolchains, monitoring services, etc. (similar to what we saw during the shift to cloud). What a fun area to be working on, at this very special moment in time... more below, with add'l color from Derek Idemoto and Mark Patterson. Glad to have Arthur Mensch & Martin Kon (and teams) on board as part of Cisco Investments' portfolio companies!

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Talbot: harbinger or signal of what is coming. The name "Talbot West" reflects our commitment to navigate technological change in an expansive and pioneering manner. In medieval Europe, the Talbot was known as a harbinger—one who announces or signals what is to come. Like the Talbot, we help organizations see around corners and prepare for emerging technologies that will reshape their operations. "West" speaks to the pioneering spirit of American expansion. Just as the western frontier represented both challenge and opportunity, artificial intelligence opens new territories for enterprise innovation. We guide organizations through this technological frontier, helping them stake their claim in the AI landscape while avoiding common pitfalls. Together, these elements—the foresight of the Talbot and the pioneering spirit of the West—define our approach to AI implementation. We combine deep technical expertise with practical business guidance to help organizations thrive in an AI-enabled future. This combination of ancient wisdom and frontier spirit drives everything we do at Talbot West. We're not just implementing AI—we're helping organizations chart their course through a transformative era in human history. #TalbotWest #artificialintelligence #CognitiveHiveAI #CHAI

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Enterprise AI is where the future benefit of AI will be found: Excellent research and analysis from @Dave Vellante!! "Generalized LLMs won’t have open access to the specialized data, tools and processes necessary to harness proprietary intelligence. As such, we believe private enterprises will capture the majority of value in the race for AI leadership." https://lnkd.in/eY-N4vuf

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Friends, today I’m excited to share some big news: I’ll be joining Said Differently, an award-winning creative, strategy, and customer experience company, as CEO – a very exciting and completely new chapter for me. As you may remember, this past Valentine’s Day, I gave myself a challenge…namely to find a post-GE opportunity with people I’d want to go to battle with, a place to play offense, a challenger mindset, and most importantly, something completely new and completely different. I found exactly that with Said Differently. I first met the Said Differently team when we met to talk about GE’s needs. From the start, it was clear they were the creative agency I (and all CMOs) had been waiting for. They took a totally untraditional approach, tapping a global talent network to meet clients exactly where they are, drawing the shortest line between a challenge and its most creative, game-changing solution. I was incredibly impressed with Said Differently’s cofounders, Rachel Barek and Brian Skahan, who had senior roles at traditional agencies and had the courage to zig when everyone else zagged. As someone who’s had the privilege of working with many great agencies, I know that talent is the only real differentiator.  With a fully remote workforce, Said Differently is fast and flexible – two of my favorite things – which enhances, rather than sacrifices, creative excellence.  Simply put, it’s a model designed for today’s modern marketers interested in getting better work out the door, faster.    Simultaneous to my own news, we’re also announcing that Said Differently is merging with Brainvire Infotech Inc., a global digital transformation company that provides end-to-end technology solutions to a wide range of companies.  I love this move. Rather than growing by joining overlapping skills, Said Differently realized that the future of the industry model will be providing comprehensive end-to-end digital transformation services. Just like Said Differently, Brainvire is led by a passionate founder, Chintan Shah, who will join Rachel, Brian and me on our leadership team. It’s also a particular joy to be reunited with Said Differently’s chairman, Alexander Jutkowitz. Alex and I worked together for years when he ran SJR, and I’ve always loved his smarts and chutzpah. It will be fun and rewarding to be on this adventure together. Reach out and let’s chat more about it. You can read more details in this exclusive story in the Wall Street Journal: https://lnkd.in/dTc-ahr4 Here we go!

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