Emerging Technology
Britain’s new Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, aims to jolt the UK’s flagging economy. Chips and drones offer an opportunity.
Emerging technology is redrawing the balance of power. Advances in biotechnology, quantum computing, semiconductors, and space technology are creating new sources of economic strength and military advantage, and democracies are competing with authoritarian rivals to lead them. This hub is the gateway to analysis across the emerging technology frontier: the security implications of biotechnology, the promise and risk of quantum computing, the semiconductor supply chains that underpin everything, and the growing contest over space technology. Fellows and analysts, including specialists in the defense-technology field, assess how the United States and Europe can lead in emerging technology responsibly and protect critical capabilities. Explore analysis and commentary spanning biotechnology, quantum computing, semiconductors, and space technology.
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October 14, 2026
Burnham’s Big Test: Sparking a British Tech Revolution
Britain’s new Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, aims to jolt the UK’s flagging economy. Chips and drones offer an opportunity.
October 8, 2026
Allies in Innovation: Forging a Transatlantic Biotechnology Partnership to Meet the China Challenge
US and Europe cooperation on biotechnology talent, capital, scientific infrastructure, and research capacity will prevent China from establishing irreversible dominance in the field.
October 6, 2026
Transatlantic Tensions Erupt Over Space
Europe fears dependence on US technology, above all Starlink. It risks responding with counterproductive protectionism.
October 5, 2026
Transatlantic Biotech Spurs Cancer Breakthroughs
Artificial intelligence is turning pioneering science into revolutionary treatments — thanks to cooperation across the Atlantic.
September 29, 2026
The AI Financial Fault Line — Does China Enjoy an Edge?
Artificial intelligence requires billions in investment. China’s approach may better weather a downturn than the US’s.
September 28, 2026
Europe’s Gigafactory Miracle — or Mirage?
Europe needs to support artificial intelligence compute, not build a semiconductor fortress.
September 24, 2026
Sourcing the Next Blockbuster: Big Pharma Uses Chinese Biotech
Western drugmakers are partnering with Chinese innovators on the frontlines of the fight against cancer.
September 16, 2026
Everyday Products, Big Risks: China’s Connected Tech Danger
It’s not just telephones. Chinese cranes, cameras, and batteries present security risks, too.
September 15, 2026
Who Holds the Switch?
Private companies led by Starlink dominate crucial communications technology, upending government control of their militaries.