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This conversation of PEP delves into the intricacies of pipe production, emphasising the rigorous quality control measures in place to ensure safety and reliability, particularly in critical infrastructure like gas supply. The discussion highlights the importance of minimizing production steps while maximising inspection checks to prevent catastrophic failures.

In this episode of PEP conversation, Olivia Nestius CEO of Graphmatech discusses the significant challenges faced in the graphene industry, particularly focusing on the efficient integration of graphene into materials and the scaling of production processes. She highlights the importance of maintaining performance while managing costs and shares insights into the advancements made in production capacity

In this month's Category Leaders co-hosts Colin Brown and Martti Wallin tell the story, powers and playbook of Essilor Luxottica! 28B in revenue. 80% of the eyewear industry. Best in the world. Based in Europe.They tell the story of the transformation of eyewear from a medical necessity to a fashion statement, and the strategic moves that led to Essilor and Luxottica's rise to become an invisible monopoly. The narrative highlights the importance of innovation and the future of AI glasses, culminating in the legacy of Leonardo Del Vecchio and the impact on Essilor and Luxottica merger on the eyewear industry.

In this episode of the Protect Europe Podcast (PEP), Viktorija Trimbel discusses the current hybrid warfare threats facing Lithuania, particularly in aviation, and the resilience of the Lithuanian people in the face of such challenges. She highlights the innovative defense solutions being developed through her venture capital fund, Coinvest, which aims to support startups and foster a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem. The discussion also touches on the importance of patient capital and the unique investment strategies employed by Coinvest to drive growth and innovation in Lithuania.

In this episode of Sparkmind Invested, the hosts discuss key events in defence technology, including insights from the Griffin Tech Days in Lapland and the Tech Arena in Stockholm. They explore the impact of AI on entrepreneurship and venture capital trends in the defence sector, emphasising the importance of understanding customer needs and the competitive landscape. The conversation highlights the challenges and opportunities within the defence industry, particularly in relation to funding and supplier sustainability.

In this conversation, Anders Teigland discusses the challenges and innovations in battery technology, particularly focusing on Tiotech's approach to creating durable and safe batteries for defense applications. He highlights the slow progress of electrification in maritime transport and the importance of chemistry in developing new battery solutions. The discussion also covers the company's growth, funding strategies, and the vision for future battery production, emphasizing the need for pragmatic investment in deep tech.

This is a special Protect Europe Podcast (PEP) episode where we dive into what it takes to raise capital for a capital-intensive business. Colin Brown is joined by Maija Itkonen & Chris Landowski (Co-Founders Onego Bio) and Jaakko Soini  (Onvest) to talk about the challenges and massive opportunities of scaling a business that defines "Biology meets Manufacturing".The conversation was recorded live in the Onego Bio office with no visuals.

The conversation highlights the urgent need to address vulnerabilities in Western satellite infrastructure, emphasizing the growing dependency on these systems and the potential consequences of conflict in space. Neil Buchanan stresses the importance of proactive measures to safeguard this critical infrastructure.

In this episode of Sparkmind Invested, Colin, Martti and Chris discuss three events and distil the key trends beneath them. They start with the Polish energy grid breach by a foreign actor, the emergence of Large Quantitative Models (LQMs) in AI, and SpaceX's ambitious plans to deploy a million satellites.

https://cert.pl/en/posts/2026/01/incident-report-energy-sector-2025/

https://www.sandboxaq.com/

https://techcrunch.com/2026/01/31/spacex-seeks-federal-approval-to-launch-1-million-solar-powered-satellite-data-centers/

In this conversation, Colin Brown interviews Paula, CEO of Safe Grid, discussing the company's mission to enhance the operation and maintenance of energy infrastructure through advanced fault detection and predictive maintenance technologies. They explore the evolution of Safe Grid's solutions, market positioning, customer acquisition strategies, and the integration of technology with legacy systems. The discussion also touches on the challenges of hardware supply, the impact of geopolitics on energy infrastructure, and the importance of supportive investors in the company's journey.