CRITICAL MINERALS, CRITICAL ALLIES, POWERED BY FII INSTITUTE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE HILL & VALLEY FORUM

Mariana Atencio introduces a discussion about AI and its impact on various sectors. Christian Garrett interviews Dan Wright, CEO of Armada, about his company's role in enhancing supply chain resilience for critical industries. Wright discusses the increasing importance of national security in both public and private sectors, particularly regarding critical minerals needed for drones and robotics. He highlights the reawakening of technology companies focusing on mining and the significance of edge computing for remote data processing. The conversation explores the drivers behind the reinvigoration of mining, including policy decisions and the unlocking of value through AI and data analytics. Government policies, such as bonus depreciation rules, are stimulating investments in AI infrastructure. Wright shares Armada's partnership with OpenAI to bring AI models to the edge, enabling fully autonomous operations in industries like mining and oil rigs. Wright envisions an explosion in robotics, autonomy, and AI, transforming legacy industries and significantly impacting GDP.