SIGNAL Media’s Disruptive by Design x Tech Transforms: National Defense in an AI-Powered World

In this special crossover episode with Tech Transforms, we showcase a recent interview between host Carolyn Ford and AFCEA President and CEO Lt. General Susan S. Lawrence, USA (Ret.) The two share a compelling conversation about the future of national defense in an AI-powered world. Together, they unpack: Why cybersecurity and data integrity must be the foundation of AI adoption How real-world conflicts like Ukraine are reshaping battlefield technologies What ethical AI deployment looks like across the military, government, and industry Why collaboration, not competition, is key to staying ahead of adversaries How to prepare today’s workforce for tomorrow’s digital fight They also discuss the value of participating in AFCEA’s TechNet Emergence, where government, industry and academia will unite to set the stage for #emergingtechnologies. The future of national security isn’t years away. It’s happening now. Event is July 15 and 16 in Reston, VA, and on-site registration is available. https://www.afcea.org/events/technet-emergence-2025   *Registration is FREE for active-duty military and government