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The Future of International Security and Warfare
How technology, geopolitics, and invisible threats are fundamentally reshaping the rules of security and leadership
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We live in a world where threats are becoming increasingly invisible. Influence operates through data, systems, and technology, faster, smarter, and often unnoticed. What once felt distant is now directly impacting organizations, governments, and our daily lives. This is no longer a future scenario, but the new reality. What does this mean for us? And how do we manage uncertainty in a world that is constantly changing?
We live in a world where technology has become the ultimate power tool. Geopolitical dynamics are shifting, digital dependency is growing, and the battle for data, systems, and influence is intensifying. Threats are becoming less visible, yet more impactful, ranging from cyberattacks and information warfare to disruptions of critical infrastructure.
New domains of risk are emerging as well: from space and biotechnology to deepfakes and autonomous systems making decisions. Our society is becoming smarter, but also more vulnerable. What does this mean for security, leadership, and organizations? How do we remain agile and manage uncertainty in a world that is constantly evolving?
Topics addressed:
Geopolitics & the new world order
Invisible threats: hybrid risks in 2030
The rise of biological threats
System warfare: the vulnerability of our society
The battle above us: warfare in space
The automation of security: machines that decide
Deepfakes, truth, and evidence
The professional and organization of the future
The future has already begun, the question is how prepared we are.
Richard van Hooijdonk is a highly sought-after international futurist, trendwatcher, and keynote speaker who guides organizations into the world of tomorrow. Since 2014, he has delivered over 3,000 keynotes in more than 30 countries, inspiring over 600,000 people worldwide. His presentations are energetic, visually engaging, and always future-focused.
As CEO of the Future Intelligence Agency Trendforce.one, he leads an international research team specializing in emerging and disruptive technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, quantum computing, biotech, and blockchain. Richard has authored over 2,000 articles, 60+ white papers, and several books on the impact of technology on work, life, and society.
His strength lies in translating complex technologies into accessible insights, combining them with current trends and strategic implications. He not only shows what’s coming but also how to respond.
Richard is available for industry-specific talks (e.g. healthcare, education, government, finance, retail, construction, and agriculture) as well as broader keynotes on leadership, trends, work, and innovation.
Renowned trendwatcher and futurist and the man with several chip implants in his body.
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