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Allies in Innovation

Allies in Innovation

By: Terma A/S
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 Allies in Innovation is the podcast that reveals some of the most advanced technologies on the planet. Technologies that will not only fascinate you but will change how you live your everyday life and ultimately change the world.

In the podcast we talk with the engineers behind the technological innovations, and we ask them, why it fascinates them and how it will come to change the future.

In the podcast, we’re zooming in on how to gain situational awareness of the Arctics, how to drive innovation in cutting-edge technology, and how to build for space.

So, join us today, as we dive into the innovations and partnership that will shape the future of space exploration, surveillance, and warfare.

This podcast is brought to you by Terma.
This podcast is produced by Montanus.Terma A/S Political Science Politics & Government Science
Episodes
  • 15: When Drones Slip Past the Radar

    15: When Drones Slip Past the Radar
    Oct 22 2025
    A drone buzzes low over a restricted zone. It’s too small to spot on radar, too fast to intercept in time. It’s not science fiction. It’s happening right now, at nuclear plants, power grids and government offices.

    In this episode, host Mikkel Svold talks with Karsten Marrup from the Royal Danish Defense College and Lasse Due Jørgensen from Terma, a global leader in drone defense tech. They break down how drones are pushing past old security systems and what’s actually working to stop them.

    We get into real-world tactics, the limits of current tech and how AI fits into the picture. The future has arrived faster than expected, and it’s up to us to meet it head-on.

    In this episode, you'll learn about:

    1. Types of drones national security must counter.
    2. Why different drones need different countermeasures.

    3. How critical infrastructure protects against drone threats.
    4. Impact of hybrid warfare on critical infrastructure.
    5. Challenges of leveling the field with scalable counter systems.
    6. Role of AI in evolving drone threats.

    Episode Content
    01:55 Different types of drones and their purposes
    06:18 Drones for critical infrastructure protection
    08:00 Understanding motives behind drone activities
    09:24 Challenges in detecting and countering drones
    11:00 Radar limitations for small drones explained
    13:53 Building a layered defense approach
    17:27 Prioritizing critical infrastructure protection strategies
    19:48 Mitigating threats from cheap drones
    22:45 Importance of passive air defense measures
    26:16 Exploring hybrid warfare and its implications
    29:47 Cybersecurity and space operations questions to consider
    34:15 Future of drone technology and defense strategie



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    This podcast is produced by Montanus.
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    38 mins
  • 14: Preparing for Q-Day: Cybersecurity in the Age of Quantum and AI

    14: Preparing for Q-Day: Cybersecurity in the Age of Quantum and AI
    Sep 10 2025
    Cyber security is no longer an afterthought. Cyber threads are now shaping the foundation of defense and critical infrastructure systems. At the same time, emerging technologies like quantum computing and AI are accelerating faster than expected, bringing both opportunities and risks.

    In this episode of Allies in Innovation, host Mikkel Svold sits down once again with Samant Khajuria, Vice President of Quantum and Cyber at Terma. They revisit the evolving cyber landscape, explore how defense organizations are preparing for “Q-Day” (when quantum computers can break today’s encryption), and discuss the crucial role of collaboration in staying ahead. They also cover practical challenges, from legacy systems to shifting standards, and explain why cyber needs to be integrated from the very first design stage and not added later.

    If you want to understand how the defense industry is gearing up for disruptive technologies, this episode will give you a front-row seat.

    In this episode, you'll learn about:
    1. Why cyber is moving from “add-on” to a core design requirement.
    2. How NATO standards are shaping interoperability across defense systems.
    3. The convergence of cyber, AI, and quantum - and the risks of misuse.
    4. The looming quantum threat: “harvest now, decrypt later.”
    5. How post-quantum cryptography and quantum key distribution could secure the future.
    6. Real-world challenges in transitioning legacy systems.
    7. The importance of partnerships and joint strategies in Europe and beyond.
    8. Why quantum sensing might become a game-changer in the next five years.



    Episode Content
    00:00 Introduction to Cyber and Quantum with Samant Khajuria
    01:54 Cybersecurity as a fundamental requirement in defense and infrastructure
    03:29 The shift from “add-on” security to built-in resilience
    05:41 Disruptive technologies: cyber, AI, quantum, and their dual-use risks
    08:58 Collaboration and partnerships to keep pace with rapid innovation
    09:38 Preparing for Q-Day: harvest now, decrypt later
    10:52 Post-quantum cryptography and quantum key distribution in practice
    12:47 Challenges of legacy systems and new cyber standards
    15:09 Roadmap: proof-of-concepts and quantum key exchange projects
    16:42 How smaller organizations can prepare for cyber and quantum threats
    18:06 Quantum sensing and other non-cyber applications of quantum tech
    19:40 Looking ahead: strategy, digitization, and reducing red tape


    Production
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    This podcast is produced by Montanus.
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    22 mins
  • 13: How Space Communication Changed with Software-Defined Radio

    13: How Space Communication Changed with Software-Defined Radio
    Aug 6 2025
    How do you keep communication systems in space agile, secure, and mission-ready? Software-defined radio (SDR) might be your best answer.

    In this episode of Allies in Innovation, host Mikkel Svold talks with Andreas Stren, lecturer at the University of Applied Sciences Wiener Neustadt, and Alexander Spaniol, RF engineer at Terma. They break down how SDR shifts control from hardware to software, enables remote updates, faster adjustments to mission demands, and better risk management.

    They also get into real-world SDR use cases, cybersecurity challenges, and why the tech could be a game-changer for ground stations and smaller space operators.

    If you’re into the current or future space communication systems, this one’s worth a listen.

    In this episode, you'll learn about:
    1. Key benefits of software-defined radio in space missions.
    2. How SDR enhances flexibility and re-configurability for satellites.
    3. Overcoming SDR challenges: radiation effects and cybersecurity.
    4. The role of virtualization in satellite communication solutions.
    5. Future prospects: cost-effective and accessible ground stations
    Episode Content

    00:00 Introduction to Software-Defined Radio and Guests
    00:47 What is Software-Defined Radio (SDR)?
    01:43 Transition from Hardware to Software-Defined Systems
    03:15 Advantages of Reduced Hardware in Space Missions
    05:39 Flexibility and Reconfigurability in SDR Applications
    08:12 Risks and Challenges of Using SDRs in Space
    12:33 Cybersecurity Concerns in Software-Defined Systems
    14:07 Connection Between SDR and Virtualization
    16:22 Cost-Effectiveness of Virtualized Ground Stations
    17:22 Educational Impact of SDR in Aerospace Training
    28:42 Future Trends in SDR for Communication Services

    Production
    This podcast is brought to you by Terma.
    This podcast is produced by Montanus.



    Production
    This podcast is brought to you by Terma.
    This podcast is produced by Montanus.
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    32 mins
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