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Security, Resilience, and the Future of Mobile Infrastructure

Technology
United States
Started March 27, 2026

David Ulevitch speaks with Justin Fanelli, CTO of the Navy, and John Doyle, founder and CEO at Cape, about how the Navy is transforming its approach to technology adoption, from running bootcamps for program managers to piloting commercial solutions in months instead of years. They discuss the Salt Typhoon breach that exposed China's infiltration of American cellular networks, how Cape built a secure alternative, and what defense tech founders need to understand about selling to the government

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CLAIM Posted by will • Mar 27, 2026
Relying on commercial solutions could lead to an overdependence on private companies, undermining the Navy's self-sufficiency in tech.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Mar 27, 2026
The Navy's accelerated adoption of commercial tech will enhance national security and make the military more agile in response to threats.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Mar 27, 2026
Quickly piloting commercial solutions may compromise security by prioritizing speed over thorough vetting of technologies.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Mar 27, 2026
Government partnerships with defense tech founders can drive innovation, but they must align with stringent security standards to protect national interests.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Mar 27, 2026
The Salt Typhoon breach highlights the need for a balanced approach to tech adoption, weighing speed against security risks.
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