The energy transition is driving a new scramble for lithium, nickel & cobalt — reshaping geopolitics & supply chains. 📽️ Lithium Rising + expert dialogue at @debalie.bsky.social , Oct 2 (Amsterdam). 🎟️ Info: debalie.nl/cinema/cined...

How is the transatlantic relationship evolving in an age of global uncertainty? Explore research, data & perspectives curated by our team & partners across the EU & UK 👉 www.transatlanticperiscope.org Your window into the debates shaping Europe & the U.S

Trust is the glue that holds societies together. But what does trust look like in a future shaped by AI, shifting geopolitics & changing democracies? Read more in our new Transponder piece on the Future of Trust: www.bfna.org/politics-soc...

What if tomorrow’s data centers aren’t on Earth—but in orbit? With AI driving electricity demand to new highs, orbital data centers are moving from sci-fi to serious policy debate. Read Francois Buffenoir's piece on www.astro-politics.org: www.astro-politics.org/articles/abo...

September 22 at @georgetownuni.bsky.social : Lithium Rising Screening + panel on the global race for critical minerals. Grateful to our partners at Georgetown for hosting! 👉 events.georgetown.edu/event/32334-...

Our work on space! More coming this fall!

The U.S. may launch a $5B fund to secure critical minerals—50 of which are deemed vital under the 2020 Energy Act. What’s at stake in this race? Read our latest report: Lithium Rising www.bfna.org/politics-soc...

Our latest BBrief by Marshall Reid looks at Japan in 2025: LDP dominance under strain, PM Ishiba’s resignation, domestic & external pressures, and debates on Japan’s global role. A turning point for Japan—and the Indo-Pacific. Read here: www.bfna.org/democracy/to...

📢 New question on RANGE: Will 2+ more countries join the CPTPP by the end of 2026? The trade pact has become a key Indo-Pacific pillar — but will it keep expanding? Weigh in: www.rangeforecasting.org/challenges

On #InternationalDayOfDemocracy: What if democracy was more than just voting? From climate action to electoral reform, Citizens’ Assemblies show how everyday people can make extraordinary decisions. Watch our 5-min explainer 👉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-tR... @BertelsmannFdn @FIDENorthAmerica

On this #InternationalDayOfDemocracy, we release the final episode of the Democracy in Cities series. This episode takes us to Barcelona—from La Model prison turned civic space to a dog track reimagined as a civic tech hub—showing how public spaces anchor democracy. www.youtube.com/watch?v=qwSL...

As the EU and U.S. move forward with their new trade framework, the Transatlantic Barometer launches a dedicated trade indicator—offering country-by-country insights for the 27 EU Member States, UK, Canada, the US, and the EU itself. Take the Netherlands for example:

We’re back from a short summer break In this new episode historian Richard Kreitner joins Andrew Keen to explore mistrust in American democracy. Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/2zYb...

Japan’s political landscape is shifting after decades of stability. From demographic pressures to debates on Article 9, the choices made in 2025 will shape the Indo-Pacific order. Read our latest BBrief 👉 bit.ly/3I6neDO

Our latest #TransatlanticPeriscope Deep Dive on the #greentransition is live! Check out the Deep Dive for a clearer picture of how the #EU and #US are balancing green transition targets with economic realities:https://transatlanticperiscope.org/deep-dives/deepdive-green-transition

Last night in Vilnius: Lithium Rising screened at Pasaka Cinema, followed by a sharp panel with Mantvydas Besekius & Raigirdas Boruta on China’s grip on critical minerals. Grateful @gssc-lt.bsky.social and to all who joined us on a perfect late-summer evening! @tonysilberfeld.bsky.social

After decades of neglect, civil nuclear energy is experiencing a resurgence in the United States and the United Kingdom. Where do their interests intersect and diverge in this new era of nuclear power? Read our latest B|Brief to learn more: bit.ly/3JQlO0N

Our RANGE forecasting workshop on the future of U.S. commitment to NATO’s eastern flank is a wrap. Special thanks to @linaskojala.bsky.social & @gssc-lt.bsky.social for gathering strategic thinkers for an insightful session. @tonysilberfeld.bsky.social @pwalkenhorst.bsky.social

#Space isn’t science fiction — it’s geopolitics. Join us for Astropolitics in Brussels: film + expert panel. 📅 6 Oct | 18:30 | Flagey 🎟️ Free: www.flagey.be/en/activity/...

What’s next for transatlantic trade after the new EU–US framework? We spoke with Dr. Federico Steinberg ( @rielcano.bsky.social @csis.org )about trade balances, shocks, and the role of Canada & the UK. 🎥 Watch the interviewhttp://bit.ly/4lUSFyM

New from the Transatlantic Barometer!: our first Trade Indicator. We break down the critical aspects of the trade relations between the US, EU + 30 countries. 📊 Data + analysis from AmChams, BEA, Census, EU, UK & Canada. Dive in:https://www.transatlanticbarometer.org/transatlantic-trade

Following a series of setbacks, SpaceX's reusable Starship rocket has completed a successful test launch, potentially paving the way for manned launches in the future. How will this impact U.S. plans for manned lunar missions?

Germany’s Mittelstand helped build its economic strength—now it may power Europe’s future in space. From HyImpulse to Isar Aerospace, small firms are stepping up to close Europe’s launch gap. Read: Small Satellites, Big Leaps by @cflynnmartino.bsky.social www.astro-politics.org/articles/sma...

Our latest #TransatlanticPeriscope Deep Dive on #subnationaldiplomacy is live! Check out the Deep Dive for a clearer picture of how #EU and #US states, regions, and cities are building partnerships beyond their capitals:https://transatlanticperiscope.org/deep-dives/deepdive-subnational-diplomacy

Europe’s Moon shot: ESA has new astronauts, a role in NASA’s Artemis, and its own lunar plans. 🎯 Will a European astronaut walk on the Moon by Dec 31, 2028? What’s your probability — and why? Submit your forecast here: www.rangeforecasting.org/questions/21... #SpaceExploration #ESA #Forecasting

Starlink’s rapid satellite deployment is reshaping global communications—and space governance. With 6,676 satellites in orbit as of late 2024, FCC approvals now clear the path to 12,000, with ambitions reaching 42,000.

Our Summer Enrichment Series 2025 is a wrap! Big thanks to all the grad students & young professionals who joined — and to our amazing speakers for sharing insights on the #geopolitics, economics & governance of #space from a #transatlantic lens.

China, Japan & South Korea resumed trade talks in March after years of stalled negotiations. Trump’s new tariffs may be pushing them closer. At RANGE, we’re asking: Will China, Japan &South Korea hold one or more trilateral economic dialogues by 6/30/2026? Submit your forecast: rangeforecasting.org

Oil powered the 20th century. Now, the global race is on for lithium, cobalt, and nickel—vital for the energy & tech future. The U.S. & EU are lagging behind, while China leads the supply chain. Our new publication Lithium Rising explores what’s at stake. Download it here:https://bit.ly/4lh4Eq7

As satellites shape everything from GPS to global security, space is becoming the next geopolitical frontier. @julianasuess.bsky.social from @swp-berlin.org unpacks in this interview what’s at stake for space security & international cooperation. Listen here: www.astro-politics.org/expert-inter...

As the U.S. pulls back from certain arenas of global engagement, China is expanding its footprint. Will 2 or more additional countries sign onto the BRI by 12/31/, 2025? Share your forecast on RANGE www.rangeforecasting.org/questions/21...

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the book launch of Lithium Rising: The Race for Critical Minerals! by Big thanks to Eric Farnsworth and Duncan Wood for their sharp insights. The book traces a global race reshaping the 21st century—through stories, data, and voices from 5 continents.

The oil era isn’t over—but a new energy race is on. As demand for lithium batteries surges, the US & EU risk falling behind in securing critical minerals. Our upcoming publication explores why this matters—and why China’s dominance should concern us all. #EnergySecurity #Geopolitics

An energizing week in DC with the 2025 #BFNAFellows diving into the future of #Space! Thank you to all experts, practitioners, partners and fellows for your dynamic engagements!

In our latest space related article, Julia Salabert analyzes Trump’s proposed “Golden Dome”. Critics say it threatens deterrence and global stability. But could this bold plan revive stalled space diplomacy? read the article here: www.astro-politics.org/articles/spa...

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Astropolitics premiere at NYU DC! Special thanks to our panelists Kari Bingen (CSIS), Ruth Metzel (NYU), and Frank Justice (Meridian Center) for your sharp insights on the geopolitics of space. 🚀🌍 #Astropolitics #SpaceGeopolitics

Welcome to DC to our 2025 Transatlantic Fellows! We’re thrilled to kick off an exciting week of exchange, insight, and learning — all focused on the future of space. From geopolitics to technology, strategy to sustainability, we can’t wait to dive in.

As critical minerals take center stage in trade talks and the green transition, our #TransatlanticPeriscope Deep Dive tracks the latest critical minerals policy developments on both sides of the Atlantic. Check it out here: transatlanticperiscope.org/deep-dives/d...

Kill the Signal, Blind the Eye! ASAT capabilities evolve fast — from grappling satellites to ground-based energy strikes. Our new infographic breaks it down and explores what it means for transatlantic security.

The #TransatlanticBarometer turns its lens to #space in our newest thematic indicator! This month the Barometer provides an overview of space activities across the its 30 featured countries and the European Union: transatlanticbarometer.org

Thanks to the Institute for Geoeconomics for hosting our 2nd space foresight workshop in Tokyo together with ESPI. Experts from Asia, Europe & N. America explored signals for 3 future space scenarios. New questions dropping soon on our crowdsourced forecasting platform, RANGE — stay tuned! 🚀

🚨 Forecasters! New questions just dropped on RANGE Forecasting. Test your skills. Share your thinking. Join the crowd. @ rangeforecasting.org

🚀 DC: Join us for the ASTROPOLITICS premiere! 🎬 Film screening 🍷 Networking 🎙 Expert panel Explore the geopolitics of space & meet the next gen of transatlantic space leaders. 📅 July 22 | 📍 Downtown DC 🔗 register here: bit.ly/44Fv3IS

From the first polls to the most recent vote of confidence, our #TransatlanticPeriscope Deep Dive on the 2025 Polish presidential election has covered every moment of this crucial campaign. Look back on the key developments here: transatlanticperiscope.org/deep-dives/d...

Our latest #TransatlanticPeriscope Deep Dive is now live: explore how the #EU and #US engage with non-EU partners across wider Europe. Gain fresh insights into evolving dynamics on the Continent. Go to the Deep Dive here: transatlanticperiscope.org/deep-dives/d...

Big thanks to @sciencespo.bsky.social for hosting our 2-day workshop on the art of forecasting! From methods to decomposition, students explored the future of transatlantic relations with sharp thinking & great energy Grateful to @aranchagonzalez.bsky.social, faculty & students for the warm welcome!

New Podcast Episode Alert! 🎧 In this episode of The Transatlantic Transition, Samuel sits down with Adam Webb, Product Director at Benchmark Mineral Intelligence, to unpack one of today’s hottest geopolitical flashpoints: critical minerals. 🔗 Tune in now: open.spotify.com/episode/2PbF...

What makes reversing democratic backsliding so challenging? Dr. Anna Grzymala-Busse at Stanford University, sat with us to discuss Poland’s experience with democratic backsliding for the #transatlanticbarometer expert interview series. Watch the full interview: www.transatlanticbarometer.org

Like the Outback, the Moon is vast and inhospitable. Both are also treasure troves of critical minerals key to the green transition on Earth and in space. Learn more about lunar mining at the premiere of ASTROPOLITICS at the Venice Biennale on June 21 – register here: tinyurl.com/2x7yth6w

The newest #TransatlanticPeriscope Deep Dive is here—this time, we're heading to #space. Discover how the #EU and #US are shaping their space agendas in this critical domain. 🌍🚀Go to:https://transatlanticperiscope.org/deep-dives/deepdive-space