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Why CEOs Must Invest in Geo-political Risk Strategy

Why CEOs Must Invest in Geo-political Risk Strategy

Julio Romo
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Geo-political and geo-economic risks are no longer abstract concerns; they are boardroom priorities shaping corporate strategy and investment decisions. From trade wars and sanctions to shifting regulatory landscapes, businesses and investors face increasing uncertainty. Yet, those who embed strategic communications, public affairs, and risk intelligence into their operations are better positioned to mitigate disruption and seize new opportunities. In 2025, forward-thinking leaders are investing in geo-political risk management not as a defensive measure, but as a competitive advantage. How prepared is your company?

Number 10 Briefing With Lord Livermore: Business Readout

Number 10 Briefing With Lord Livermore: Business Readout

Julio Romo
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A readout from Lord Livermore’s Number 10 briefing with public affairs professionals, outlining the UK government’s economic growth strategy and the critical role businesses play. The discussion and question and answers highlighted the government’s three-pillar approach—stability, reform, and investment—while addressing key challenges such as regulatory barriers, planning delays, and post-Brexit trade relations. This readout captures the key insights, business implications, and how companies can engage with policymakers to shape the UK’s economic future.

How Deepseek’s Open-Source AI is Changing the Industry

How Deepseek’s Open-Source AI is Changing the Industry

Julio Romo

The rise of open-source LLMs like Deepseek’s R1 is disrupting the AI landscape, challenging proprietary models from OpenAI, Google, and Microsoft. As businesses and investors weigh the benefits of open-source AI—lower costs, greater customisation, and reduced vendor lock-in—governments are grappling with regulatory concerns, data sovereignty, and national security risks. In this blog I look at the strategic implications of this shift, outlining the risks, opportunities, and how companies, investors, and policymakers can navigate the rapidly evolving AI market.

Turbo-Charging AI: Stargate’s $500B Global Impact

Turbo-Charging AI: Stargate’s $500B Global Impact

Julio Romo
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The Stargate Project, a $500 billion initiative led by the U.S. government, SoftBank, and OpenAI, is set to redefine the global AI landscape. With cutting-edge infrastructure and support from tech giants like Microsoft, Arm, NVIDIA and Oracle, with investment from Softbank, Stargate aims to turbo-charge innovation across industries, from healthcare to energy and manufacturing. This transformative initiative offers unparalleled opportunities for businesses, investors, and governments worldwide. Discover how to navigate the risks, unlock strategic benefits, and position your company, start-up or investment portfolio at the forefront of this AI-driven revolution.

Driving AI Success in the UK: How Culture, Policy, and Strategy Will Transform Growth and Innovation

Driving AI Success in the UK: How Culture, Policy, and Strategy Will Transform Growth and Innovation

Julio Romo
how to, opinion

The UK’s AI Opportunities Action Plan targets £400 billion in economic value by 2030. Achieving this vision demands more than investments—it requires a cultural shift from risk aversion to innovation.

This blog explores how policy, fiscal incentives, and strategic communications can drive this transformation. Learn how businesses, investors, and leaders can collaborate to build trust in AI, embrace calculated risks, and shape a future of innovation and prosperity.

How UK University Spin-Outs Drive Innovation: Strategy, Stakeholder Engagement, and Economic Growth

How UK University Spin-Outs Drive Innovation: Strategy, Stakeholder Engagement, and Economic Growth

Julio Romo
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UK universities technology transfer and spin-outs fuel innovation and economic growth. As a nation, we are fifth the global innovation index, yet, compared to other nations, more needs to be done to turn research that our academics do into transformative science and technology that can deliver growth and jobs. We are competing on the global stage and we need effective positioning and strategic communications.

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