Daniel Driscoll’s expected exit after clashes with Pete Hegseth could inject new uncertainty into Pentagon buying signals for defense startups and investors.
White House Press Secretary Caroline Leavitt resigns to prioritize her children, signaling changes that may influence government communication on tech policy and innovation.
Russian filmmaker Andrei Zvyagintsev’s anti-war plea was ignored by the Kremlin, spotlighting the political suppression that threatens Russia’s startup and innovation ecosystems.
Putin’s close officials warned against harsh internet restrictions fearing harm to Russia’s startups and economy, but the president prioritized security amid growing public discontent.