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Happy Holidays to all our friends, colleagues & partners!
December 24, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Happy Holidays to all our friends, colleagues & partners!
New The Transponder Episode: Washington & Ukraine
Host Samuel George speaks with Tyson Barker about the war in Ukraine, shifting U.S. support, Europe’s security challenges, and the broader geopolitical stakes shaping the transatlantic future. 🎧https://open.spotify.com/episode/3nIf0LA58hc1SHORHctHaw
Host Samuel George speaks with Tyson Barker about the war in Ukraine, shifting U.S. support, Europe’s security challenges, and the broader geopolitical stakes shaping the transatlantic future. 🎧https://open.spotify.com/episode/3nIf0LA58hc1SHORHctHaw
December 17, 2025 at 2:37 PM
New The Transponder Episode: Washington & Ukraine
Host Samuel George speaks with Tyson Barker about the war in Ukraine, shifting U.S. support, Europe’s security challenges, and the broader geopolitical stakes shaping the transatlantic future. 🎧https://open.spotify.com/episode/3nIf0LA58hc1SHORHctHaw
Host Samuel George speaks with Tyson Barker about the war in Ukraine, shifting U.S. support, Europe’s security challenges, and the broader geopolitical stakes shaping the transatlantic future. 🎧https://open.spotify.com/episode/3nIf0LA58hc1SHORHctHaw
Calling all college students!
Happy Holidays! To kick off the new year, we’re excited to announce the launch of a new RANGE Forecasting College Tournament, starting January 26, 2026.
Happy Holidays! To kick off the new year, we’re excited to announce the launch of a new RANGE Forecasting College Tournament, starting January 26, 2026.
December 17, 2025 at 7:37 AM
Calling all college students!
Happy Holidays! To kick off the new year, we’re excited to announce the launch of a new RANGE Forecasting College Tournament, starting January 26, 2026.
Happy Holidays! To kick off the new year, we’re excited to announce the launch of a new RANGE Forecasting College Tournament, starting January 26, 2026.
How does the AfD’s new youth wing help dismantle Germany’s political firewall with the far-right? Learn about Generation Germany in the latest B|Brief from @cflynnmartino.bsky.social here: bit.ly/4532R2q
Generation Germany | Politics & Society
Before the sun rose on the western German city of Giessen on November 29, individuals were lining the streets armed with signs reading “New Name, Same Fascists” and “No Tolerance for Intolerance.”
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December 11, 2025 at 11:56 AM
How does the AfD’s new youth wing help dismantle Germany’s political firewall with the far-right? Learn about Generation Germany in the latest B|Brief from @cflynnmartino.bsky.social here: bit.ly/4532R2q
Will private companies mine the Moon? Some see Helium-3, an isotope rare on Earth but abundant on the lunar surface, as the most profitable resource beyond Earth’s atmosphere because of its application in nuclear fusion & quantum sciences. 👀 our latest article: www.astro-politics.org/articles/moon
Helium-3 and the Commercial Push to Mine Space — ASTROPOLITICS
Explore the U.S.-China race to mine Helium-3 on the Moon, a rare isotope with the potential to revolutionize fusion energy and quantum computing. This article examines the technological, economic, and...
www.astro-politics.org
December 10, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Will private companies mine the Moon? Some see Helium-3, an isotope rare on Earth but abundant on the lunar surface, as the most profitable resource beyond Earth’s atmosphere because of its application in nuclear fusion & quantum sciences. 👀 our latest article: www.astro-politics.org/articles/moon
How to Fix Democracy | New Episode!
In the latest episode of How to Fix Democracy, Andrew Keen speaks with @milleridriss.bsky.social — leading extremism scholar, founder of the Polarization and Extremism Research and Innovation Lab to explore one of democracy’s most fragile foundations: trust.
In the latest episode of How to Fix Democracy, Andrew Keen speaks with @milleridriss.bsky.social — leading extremism scholar, founder of the Polarization and Extremism Research and Innovation Lab to explore one of democracy’s most fragile foundations: trust.
December 9, 2025 at 4:35 PM
How to Fix Democracy | New Episode!
In the latest episode of How to Fix Democracy, Andrew Keen speaks with @milleridriss.bsky.social — leading extremism scholar, founder of the Polarization and Extremism Research and Innovation Lab to explore one of democracy’s most fragile foundations: trust.
In the latest episode of How to Fix Democracy, Andrew Keen speaks with @milleridriss.bsky.social — leading extremism scholar, founder of the Polarization and Extremism Research and Innovation Lab to explore one of democracy’s most fragile foundations: trust.
The Race for Critical Minerals: In the heart of Indonesia — the world’s largest source of nickel — a new global battle over clean-energy minerals is transforming landscapes, communities, and the geopolitics of the green transition.
December 9, 2025 at 2:23 PM
The Race for Critical Minerals: In the heart of Indonesia — the world’s largest source of nickel — a new global battle over clean-energy minerals is transforming landscapes, communities, and the geopolitics of the green transition.
Our RANGE forecasting project was on the road last week in Greece exploring the future of Europe as a power in space. www.rangeforecasting.org
December 8, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Our RANGE forecasting project was on the road last week in Greece exploring the future of Europe as a power in space. www.rangeforecasting.org
This year’s bellwether elections in Romania and Moldova were impacted more than ever by voters living abroad. Check out our latest B|Brief from Zac Stoor about the need to consider the diaspora to strengthen democratic resilience in both countries: bit.ly/44bwaQ7
Democracy at a Distance | Politics & Society
The kingmakers of this year’s Romanian and Moldovan elections were not in Bucharest and Chisinau but lined up at consulates worldwide.
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December 8, 2025 at 2:49 PM
This year’s bellwether elections in Romania and Moldova were impacted more than ever by voters living abroad. Check out our latest B|Brief from Zac Stoor about the need to consider the diaspora to strengthen democratic resilience in both countries: bit.ly/44bwaQ7
The 🎧Transponder is live.
Episode 1 dives into the geopolitics of outer space—where national rivalry, private-sector growth, and new security risks are reshaping life on Earth.
Episode 1 dives into the geopolitics of outer space—where national rivalry, private-sector growth, and new security risks are reshaping life on Earth.
December 5, 2025 at 7:11 PM
The 🎧Transponder is live.
Episode 1 dives into the geopolitics of outer space—where national rivalry, private-sector growth, and new security risks are reshaping life on Earth.
Episode 1 dives into the geopolitics of outer space—where national rivalry, private-sector growth, and new security risks are reshaping life on Earth.
Our latest #TransatlanticPeriscope Deep Dive on #startups and #innovation is live! Check out the Deep Dive for a clearer picture of how the #EU and #US are supporting their innovation ecosystems: transatlanticperiscope.org/deep-dives
December 5, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Our latest #TransatlanticPeriscope Deep Dive on #startups and #innovation is live! Check out the Deep Dive for a clearer picture of how the #EU and #US are supporting their innovation ecosystems: transatlanticperiscope.org/deep-dives
Iron in the Fire: Sanae Takaichi has navigated her first challenges as Japan's PM. But with a weakened party at home & rising threats abroad, will the country's first female leader be able to maintain her position? Read Marshall Reid's latest article: www.indo-pacificnexus.org/articles/iron
Japan’s Iron Lady: Sanae Takaichi Takes the Helm Amid Political Turmoil — INDO - PACIFIC NEXUS
Japan’s first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, starts her historic tenure navigating a fragile government, rising nationalism, and high-stakes diplomacy with the U.S. and Europe.
www.indo-pacificnexus.org
December 4, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Iron in the Fire: Sanae Takaichi has navigated her first challenges as Japan's PM. But with a weakened party at home & rising threats abroad, will the country's first female leader be able to maintain her position? Read Marshall Reid's latest article: www.indo-pacificnexus.org/articles/iron
Life on Mars – Dream or Political Failure?
Elon Musk calls it “life insurance for humanity,” but François Buffenoir asks: Is Mars colonization really about survival—or a sign we’ve given up on Earth?
Elon Musk calls it “life insurance for humanity,” but François Buffenoir asks: Is Mars colonization really about survival—or a sign we’ve given up on Earth?
December 3, 2025 at 7:25 PM
Life on Mars – Dream or Political Failure?
Elon Musk calls it “life insurance for humanity,” but François Buffenoir asks: Is Mars colonization really about survival—or a sign we’ve given up on Earth?
Elon Musk calls it “life insurance for humanity,” but François Buffenoir asks: Is Mars colonization really about survival—or a sign we’ve given up on Earth?
Our latest infographic shows two distinct visions of space exploration to the Moon & beyond, one led by the United States and the other led by China. The future of humanity’s presence in space will be influenced by these competing values. Learn more at astro-politics.org
#space #moon
#space #moon
December 3, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Travis Todd, Co-founder & Director of Silicon Allee, spoke with us about what defines a #startup, in which industries startups are seeing the most growth, policies to foster startup growth & what defines American & European approaches to supporting startups.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=g-b4...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=g-b4...
Travis Todd on Startups | Transatlantic Barometer Expert Interview Ep. 16
YouTube video by Bertelsmann Foundation
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November 26, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Travis Todd, Co-founder & Director of Silicon Allee, spoke with us about what defines a #startup, in which industries startups are seeing the most growth, policies to foster startup growth & what defines American & European approaches to supporting startups.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=g-b4...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=g-b4...
We are pleased to announce the launch of the www.indopacificnexus.org tracking the region’s evolving dynamics and its complex linkages to the transatlantic world.
INDO - PACIFIC NEXUS | Why the Indo-Pacific Matters for the U.S. and Europe
Discover how the Indo-Pacific influences U.S. and European interests. The Bertelsmann Foundation’s Indo-Pacific microsite offers analysis, podcasts, and multimedia on the region’s global impact and tr...
www.indo-pacificnexus.org
November 25, 2025 at 1:50 PM
We are pleased to announce the launch of the www.indopacificnexus.org tracking the region’s evolving dynamics and its complex linkages to the transatlantic world.
The Transatlantic Barometer is zooming in on one of today’s biggest growth engines: #startups. Our latest indicator breaks down investment trends, ecosystem strengths, and business environments across 30 countries + the EU.
November 24, 2025 at 2:37 PM
The Transatlantic Barometer is zooming in on one of today’s biggest growth engines: #startups. Our latest indicator breaks down investment trends, ecosystem strengths, and business environments across 30 countries + the EU.
On a rare rainy night in LA, an amazing audience gathered in Santa Monica for a screening of ASTROPOLITICS, followed by a wonderful conversation with Mandy Vaughn, CEO of GXO, Inc., Tom Glynn & @tonysilberfeld.bsky.social . Grateful to everyone who braved the weather & traffic to be with us!
November 21, 2025 at 1:56 PM
On a rare rainy night in LA, an amazing audience gathered in Santa Monica for a screening of ASTROPOLITICS, followed by a wonderful conversation with Mandy Vaughn, CEO of GXO, Inc., Tom Glynn & @tonysilberfeld.bsky.social . Grateful to everyone who braved the weather & traffic to be with us!
Navigating Europe’s Space Governance
As space gets busier, who decides the rules matters more than ever. In our latest ASTROPOLITICS interview, Charlie JP Bennett unpacks how regulations are evolving to meet new challenges in the final frontier. 🎧https://www.astro-politics.org/expert-interviews
As space gets busier, who decides the rules matters more than ever. In our latest ASTROPOLITICS interview, Charlie JP Bennett unpacks how regulations are evolving to meet new challenges in the final frontier. 🎧https://www.astro-politics.org/expert-interviews
November 19, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Navigating Europe’s Space Governance
As space gets busier, who decides the rules matters more than ever. In our latest ASTROPOLITICS interview, Charlie JP Bennett unpacks how regulations are evolving to meet new challenges in the final frontier. 🎧https://www.astro-politics.org/expert-interviews
As space gets busier, who decides the rules matters more than ever. In our latest ASTROPOLITICS interview, Charlie JP Bennett unpacks how regulations are evolving to meet new challenges in the final frontier. 🎧https://www.astro-politics.org/expert-interviews
Our latest #TransatlanticPeriscope Deep Dive on the #Arctic is live! Check out the Deep Dive for a clearer picture of how the #EU and #US are approaching policymaking at the North Pole:https://transatlanticperiscope.org/deep-dives/deepdive-arctic
November 18, 2025 at 12:55 PM
Our latest #TransatlanticPeriscope Deep Dive on the #Arctic is live! Check out the Deep Dive for a clearer picture of how the #EU and #US are approaching policymaking at the North Pole:https://transatlanticperiscope.org/deep-dives/deepdive-arctic
A big thank you to the Austrian Marshall Plan Foundation for hosting a special screening of Astropolitics!
Next stop: Los Angeles — see you there!
Next stop: Los Angeles — see you there!
November 7, 2025 at 4:03 PM
A big thank you to the Austrian Marshall Plan Foundation for hosting a special screening of Astropolitics!
Next stop: Los Angeles — see you there!
Next stop: Los Angeles — see you there!
Today marks the end of our Transatlantic Barometer spotlight week! With policy overviews, infographics, expert interviews and comparison tool, the Barometer is your resource for the most pressing issues facing the U.S., UK, Canada, EU and its members. Visit transatlanticbarometer.org to learn more.
November 7, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Today marks the end of our Transatlantic Barometer spotlight week! With policy overviews, infographics, expert interviews and comparison tool, the Barometer is your resource for the most pressing issues facing the U.S., UK, Canada, EU and its members. Visit transatlanticbarometer.org to learn more.
Expert interviews are invaluable additions to all Barometer topics, and gives insights into the current state of affairs. Check out our full Barometer Expert Interview Series, starting with our Transatlantic Migration interview with Dr. Andrew Selee: www.youtube.com/watch?v=t0V-...
Dr. Andrew Selee on Migration | Transatlantic Barometer Expert Interview Series, Ep. 8
YouTube video by Bertelsmann Foundation
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November 6, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Expert interviews are invaluable additions to all Barometer topics, and gives insights into the current state of affairs. Check out our full Barometer Expert Interview Series, starting with our Transatlantic Migration interview with Dr. Andrew Selee: www.youtube.com/watch?v=t0V-...
ASTROPOLITICS lands in California! Join us for the Los Angeles premiere on November 20. Following the screening, don’t miss a live conversation with director Tom Glynn &special guest Mandy Vaughn, CEO & Founder of GXO, Inc., as they dive into the future of space. Free tickets :https://bit.ly/4oCDSub
November 6, 2025 at 12:57 PM
ASTROPOLITICS lands in California! Join us for the Los Angeles premiere on November 20. Following the screening, don’t miss a live conversation with director Tom Glynn &special guest Mandy Vaughn, CEO & Founder of GXO, Inc., as they dive into the future of space. Free tickets :https://bit.ly/4oCDSub
Great screening of Astropolitics in Berlin yesterday! Thanks to Julianna Suess for sharing expertise and insights, our @bertelsmannst.bsky.social colleagues for their support, and our curious audience. Next stop: Vienna!
November 5, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Great screening of Astropolitics in Berlin yesterday! Thanks to Julianna Suess for sharing expertise and insights, our @bertelsmannst.bsky.social colleagues for their support, and our curious audience. Next stop: Vienna!