The rapid emergence of new technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), quantum computing, hypersonic weapons, and cyber warfare capabilities, has drastically transformed the battlefield at an unprecedented pace. Traditional military procurement and innovation cycles are often slow and bureaucratic, making it difficult for NATO to keep up with adversaries that leverage agile development strategies. This inertia risks leaving Alliance forces with outdated equipment, hindering interoperability, and ultimately jeopardizing personnel safety. To maintain strategic superiority, NATO must fundamentally reshape its innovation...
