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May 14, 2026

Critical Technologies in a Fragmented World

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Geopolitical fragmentation is transforming technology into a strategic national asset, driving long-term structural investment in defense, semiconductors, and cybersecurity.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.Technology has transitioned from a growth driver to a critical asset for national security and geopolitical sovereignty.
  • 2.Geopolitical fragmentation is driving a long-term structural trend of capital allocation toward defense, semiconductors, and cybersecurity.
  • 3.Europe is actively pursuing strategic autonomy through policy frameworks like the European Chips Act and increased defense spending.

Table of Contents

  • Critical Technologies
  • Critical Technologies in a Fragmented World
  • IN A NUTSHELL
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Authors

Madeleine Ronner

Securities

European Chips ActSwiss equities

Themes

Geopolitical FragmentationStrategic AutonomyDual-Use Infrastructure

Regions

EuropeNorth AmericaGermanySwitzerland