How Silicon Valley is Going to War

How Silicon Valley is Going to War

A new crop of defense contractors is stepping up as a growing tide of nationalism sweeps Silicon Valley and Washington.

For decades, America’s weapons were built by the same defense giants. Today, a new generation of tech founders is changing who builds the future of warfare—and why. As Silicon Valley increasingly intersects with national defense, startups, venture capital, and policymakers are reshaping the military landscape. 

In 2025, tech founders, politicians, and investors gathered in Washington, D.C., for the Hill & Valley Forum, a summit designed to bring the........

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