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No Front Lines: A Decision Guide for Companies Caught in Conflict

Companies that never considered themselves defense companies are now on the front lines. This report explores how companies can navigate the fog of conflict and mitigate risks, as well as how the U.S. government can assess and reduce the threats they face.

Report by Emily Harding, Julia Dickson, and Aosheng Pusztaszeri — October 23, 2026

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No Front Lines: A Decision Guide for Companies Caught in Conflict

Companies that never considered themselves defense companies are now on the front lines. This report explores how companies can navigate the fog of conflict and mitigate risks, as well as how the U.S. government can assess and reduce the threats they face.

Report by Emily Harding, Julia Dickson, and Aosheng Pusztaszeri — October 23, 2026

The Art of Swarming

Cheap sensors and long-range fires have made it deadly to mass forces. This report argues that drone swarms can restore the offense when paired with a clear operational concept and explores how U.S. forces could use them in Kaliningrad, the South China Sea, and the Baltics.

Report by Benjamin Jensen — October 14, 2026

Unpacking the Data Center Backlash with Jasmine Sun

In this episode of the AI Policy Podcast, Wadhwani AI Center director Aalok Mehta is joined by writer Jasmine Sun for a conversation about nationwide backlash to the AI infrastructure buildout.

Event — October 8, 2026