Section 3
interview
alexandre katrangi
Kamil: Artificial intelligence is reshaping the military industry at unprecedented speed. Do you see risks that AI could one day exert excessive control over weapons systems — and how should policymakers and investors address this dystopian potential? Alexandre: Today, conflicts, with the exception of the one in Ukraine, which remains a major human conflict, show a significant evolution. Although traditional methods, such as trenches and mortar shelling, are still present, a significant portion of intelligence now relies on advanced technologies, including satellites and artificial intelligence for attack and defense support. Future conflicts will be increasingly technological. The country that masters these technological advancements will enjoy a decisive advantage on the battlefield. Our exploration through the United States and China, two major players in modern defense systems, has allowed us to observe the extent of ongoing innovations. During our meetings with industry players and our visits to research and development centers, I was struck by the new detection, response, and attack systems powered by artificial intelligence and quantum technology. Electronic coordination systems between humans and machines are paving the way for satellite-commanded defense operations. Kamil: In an era of accelerating artificial intelligence and geopolitical realignment, where do you see the most resilient long-term opportunities for strategic capital deployment? Alexandre: Defense, technology, biotechs, think tanks and techno-industrial plants (food, educations etc) Kamil: Looking ahead to the next decade, what structural shifts in global power, finance, and security should visionary leaders prepare for today? Alexandre: Polarization of the world: for sure 2 superpowers emerging: USA and China – no doubt… “Will Russia integrate back as a super power? I would say yes but might take little time to reshape their internal economy and external ties and allies as well as geopolitical vision India for sure will play a massive role in economy certainly; maybe less in defense and geo influence Europe will come back for sure but will take time… The cycle of new political elections, fragmentation of vision and economical struggle would need few years to recover as well as a common alignment on the new world reality.
ALEXANDRE KATRANGI
Co-Founder of Licorne Gulf Investments Holding Saudi Arabia & Qatar
www.linkedin.com/in/alexandrekatrangi/ @alexandrekatrangi “ Polarization of the world is accelerating, with the United States and China emerging as the defining superpowers of the next era. ”
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