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IQT Explains: The Takeoff of Commercial Space Infrastructure ft. Vast
In this episode of IQT Explains, Jenny Irvine is joined by Max Haot of Vast to explore the future of off-earth development, spanning power, compute, habitats, and orbital logistics. From launching Haven-1, targeted to be the world's first commercial space station, to deploying high-powered satellite platforms, Vast is building the foundational infrastructure to enable long-term human presence and operations in space.
When Every Hour Counts, Startups Need a Fast Track to the Front Lines
This is where the case for public-private partnership becomes clear: startups building this technology don't have access to operational environments, and they have no real incentive to build for them, since their commercial customers may not fully prioritize rugged, low-signature, minimal-cognitive-load gear.
IQT Explains: Why Electricity Is America's AI Bottleneck ft. Emerald AI
In this episode of IQT Explains, Dr. Russel Ross is joined by Dr. Varun Sivaram, founder and CEO of Emerald AI, to explore why electricity, not chips or land, is the binding constraint on America's AI buildout. Varun explains how Emerald AI's Conductor platform makes data centers flexible, controllable power assets, unlocking existing grid capacity so more AI infrastructure can come online faster, without costly new transmission or higher bills for local communities.
IQT Quarterly Recap: Spring 2026
This past spring, innovation was in full bloom. From the newest investments to tech insights, here's how IQT shaped the quarter and what's next for national security.
Preparing America For The New Era Of Forward-Deployed Conflict
A powerful combination of unmanned systems, rapidly adaptable weaponry, and rising asymmetric capabilities of adversaries is changing how conflicts are playing out. Victory in the future will depend on how fast and effectively the United States responds to this new battlefield landscape
IQT Explains: A New Wave of Maritime Innovation ft. HavocAI
In this episode of IQT Explains, Managing Partner Jon Chait is joined by Paul Lwin, CEO of HavocAI and decorated Naval Flight Officer, to explore how collaborative autonomous systems are transforming military and commercial operations across land, air, and sea.
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