Session Description

Russia’s September 2025 test of NATO has made it clear: Europe must invest in defence innovation at scale. In this panel, Uwe Horstmann (Project A), Chris Magazzeni (Lakestar), and Kerry Baldwin (IQ Capital) will discuss how European funds can move beyond fragmented, national approaches to support defence startups across borders. Expect a candid conversation about capital, collaboration, and Europe’s responsibility to strengthen deterrence in an era of renewed threat.