NATO Digital Annual Discipline Conference 2025 | NCI Academy, Portugal

Our Chief Executive, Prof Sam Medhat, NATO ACT's Senior Mentor, deliverd the keynote session and the closing remarks at NATO's Digital Discipline Conference, setting a course "Towards Point Zero"—a critical step in NATO’s strategic evolution.

Special thanks to the NCI Academy Digital Discipline, NATO ACT, and our esteemed external speakers from the Plymouth Marine Laboratories, the University of Plymouth, Sonardyne, and Steatite for sharing invaluable insights and expertise. It was inspiring to engage with leading experts committed to NATO's digital future.

The Digital Discipline: NATO’s Force Multiplier
In a rapidly evolving defence landscape, digital transformation isn't just about technology—it's about actionable information, strategic advantage, and seamless interoperability. Through AI, Analytics, and Secure Digital Platforms, NATO strengthens readiness, enhances decision superiority, and ensures collective defence across all operational domains.

Key Takeaways:

Digital Discipline is integral to NATO’s operational and strategic transformation, accelerating multi-domain integration.
Innovation-led approaches, including AI, blockchain, and immersive technologies, are key enablers for future-ready forces.
Strategic experimentation and collaborative governance ensure NATO maintains operational agility and resilience against emerging threats.

https://ikeinstitute.org/DigitalDiscilpline_Keynote_May2025