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Travis Todd, Co-founder & Director of Silicon Allee, spoke with us about what defines a #startup, in which industries startups are seeing the most growth, policies to foster startup growth & what defines American & European approaches to supporting startups.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=g-b4...
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Travis Todd on Startups | Transatlantic Barometer Expert Interview Ep. 16
YouTube video by Bertelsmann Foundation
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November 26, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Travis Todd, Co-founder & Director of Silicon Allee, spoke with us about what defines a #startup, in which industries startups are seeing the most growth, policies to foster startup growth & what defines American & European approaches to supporting startups.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=g-b4...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=g-b4...
We are pleased to announce the launch of the www.indopacificnexus.org tracking the region’s evolving dynamics and its complex linkages to the transatlantic world.
INDO - PACIFIC NEXUS | Why the Indo-Pacific Matters for the U.S. and Europe
Discover how the Indo-Pacific influences U.S. and European interests. The Bertelsmann Foundation’s Indo-Pacific microsite offers analysis, podcasts, and multimedia on the region’s global impact and tr...
www.indo-pacificnexus.org
November 25, 2025 at 1:50 PM
We are pleased to announce the launch of the www.indopacificnexus.org tracking the region’s evolving dynamics and its complex linkages to the transatlantic world.
The Transatlantic Barometer is zooming in on one of today’s biggest growth engines: #startups. Our latest indicator breaks down investment trends, ecosystem strengths, and business environments across 30 countries + the EU.
November 24, 2025 at 2:37 PM
The Transatlantic Barometer is zooming in on one of today’s biggest growth engines: #startups. Our latest indicator breaks down investment trends, ecosystem strengths, and business environments across 30 countries + the EU.
On a rare rainy night in LA, an amazing audience gathered in Santa Monica for a screening of ASTROPOLITICS, followed by a wonderful conversation with Mandy Vaughn, CEO of GXO, Inc., Tom Glynn & @tonysilberfeld.bsky.social . Grateful to everyone who braved the weather & traffic to be with us!
November 21, 2025 at 1:56 PM
On a rare rainy night in LA, an amazing audience gathered in Santa Monica for a screening of ASTROPOLITICS, followed by a wonderful conversation with Mandy Vaughn, CEO of GXO, Inc., Tom Glynn & @tonysilberfeld.bsky.social . Grateful to everyone who braved the weather & traffic to be with us!
Navigating Europe’s Space Governance
As space gets busier, who decides the rules matters more than ever. In our latest ASTROPOLITICS interview, Charlie JP Bennett unpacks how regulations are evolving to meet new challenges in the final frontier. 🎧https://www.astro-politics.org/expert-interviews
As space gets busier, who decides the rules matters more than ever. In our latest ASTROPOLITICS interview, Charlie JP Bennett unpacks how regulations are evolving to meet new challenges in the final frontier. 🎧https://www.astro-politics.org/expert-interviews
November 19, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Navigating Europe’s Space Governance
As space gets busier, who decides the rules matters more than ever. In our latest ASTROPOLITICS interview, Charlie JP Bennett unpacks how regulations are evolving to meet new challenges in the final frontier. 🎧https://www.astro-politics.org/expert-interviews
As space gets busier, who decides the rules matters more than ever. In our latest ASTROPOLITICS interview, Charlie JP Bennett unpacks how regulations are evolving to meet new challenges in the final frontier. 🎧https://www.astro-politics.org/expert-interviews
Our latest #TransatlanticPeriscope Deep Dive on the #Arctic is live! Check out the Deep Dive for a clearer picture of how the #EU and #US are approaching policymaking at the North Pole:https://transatlanticperiscope.org/deep-dives/deepdive-arctic
November 18, 2025 at 12:55 PM
Our latest #TransatlanticPeriscope Deep Dive on the #Arctic is live! Check out the Deep Dive for a clearer picture of how the #EU and #US are approaching policymaking at the North Pole:https://transatlanticperiscope.org/deep-dives/deepdive-arctic
A big thank you to the Austrian Marshall Plan Foundation for hosting a special screening of Astropolitics!
Next stop: Los Angeles — see you there!
Next stop: Los Angeles — see you there!
November 7, 2025 at 4:03 PM
A big thank you to the Austrian Marshall Plan Foundation for hosting a special screening of Astropolitics!
Next stop: Los Angeles — see you there!
Next stop: Los Angeles — see you there!
Today marks the end of our Transatlantic Barometer spotlight week! With policy overviews, infographics, expert interviews and comparison tool, the Barometer is your resource for the most pressing issues facing the U.S., UK, Canada, EU and its members. Visit transatlanticbarometer.org to learn more.
November 7, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Today marks the end of our Transatlantic Barometer spotlight week! With policy overviews, infographics, expert interviews and comparison tool, the Barometer is your resource for the most pressing issues facing the U.S., UK, Canada, EU and its members. Visit transatlanticbarometer.org to learn more.
Expert interviews are invaluable additions to all Barometer topics, and gives insights into the current state of affairs. Check out our full Barometer Expert Interview Series, starting with our Transatlantic Migration interview with Dr. Andrew Selee: www.youtube.com/watch?v=t0V-...
Dr. Andrew Selee on Migration | Transatlantic Barometer Expert Interview Series, Ep. 8
YouTube video by Bertelsmann Foundation
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November 6, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Expert interviews are invaluable additions to all Barometer topics, and gives insights into the current state of affairs. Check out our full Barometer Expert Interview Series, starting with our Transatlantic Migration interview with Dr. Andrew Selee: www.youtube.com/watch?v=t0V-...
ASTROPOLITICS lands in California! Join us for the Los Angeles premiere on November 20. Following the screening, don’t miss a live conversation with director Tom Glynn &special guest Mandy Vaughn, CEO & Founder of GXO, Inc., as they dive into the future of space. Free tickets :https://bit.ly/4oCDSub
November 6, 2025 at 12:57 PM
ASTROPOLITICS lands in California! Join us for the Los Angeles premiere on November 20. Following the screening, don’t miss a live conversation with director Tom Glynn &special guest Mandy Vaughn, CEO & Founder of GXO, Inc., as they dive into the future of space. Free tickets :https://bit.ly/4oCDSub
Great screening of Astropolitics in Berlin yesterday! Thanks to Julianna Suess for sharing expertise and insights, our @bertelsmannst.bsky.social colleagues for their support, and our curious audience. Next stop: Vienna!
November 5, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Great screening of Astropolitics in Berlin yesterday! Thanks to Julianna Suess for sharing expertise and insights, our @bertelsmannst.bsky.social colleagues for their support, and our curious audience. Next stop: Vienna!
Infographics bring Barometer data to life! Use our infographics feature to see how 30 countries & the EU perform in key policy areas, including the surpluses & deficits of transatlantic trade. Check out the trade indicator & all our infographics here: www.transatlanticbarometer.org/topic/transa...
November 5, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Infographics bring Barometer data to life! Use our infographics feature to see how 30 countries & the EU perform in key policy areas, including the surpluses & deficits of transatlantic trade. Check out the trade indicator & all our infographics here: www.transatlanticbarometer.org/topic/transa...
Season 4 | Leadership in Action opens with Marwan Muasher former Jordanian Foreign Minister & Jordan’s first Ambassador to Israel. Presented in collaboration with Aspen Ministers Forum @aspeninstitute.bsky.social the series spotlights global leaders reflecting on defining moments in their careers.
November 4, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Season 4 | Leadership in Action opens with Marwan Muasher former Jordanian Foreign Minister & Jordan’s first Ambassador to Israel. Presented in collaboration with Aspen Ministers Forum @aspeninstitute.bsky.social the series spotlights global leaders reflecting on defining moments in their careers.
The Barometer’s Compare feature allows user to directly match up two countries’ policy positions across topics. As the AI race heats up on both sides of the Atlantic, check out our Artificial Intelligence indicator to learn more about how transatlantic countries stack up: shorturl.at/2GYjM
November 4, 2025 at 1:47 PM
The Barometer’s Compare feature allows user to directly match up two countries’ policy positions across topics. As the AI race heats up on both sides of the Atlantic, check out our Artificial Intelligence indicator to learn more about how transatlantic countries stack up: shorturl.at/2GYjM
The Transatlantic Barometer has a new look! Enjoy the same reliable content, with new features and an easy-to-use layout. Each day this week we will be highlighting a different key indicator on the site: today is Elections and Voter Turnout. Learn more at transatlanticbarometer.org
November 3, 2025 at 2:39 PM
The Transatlantic Barometer has a new look! Enjoy the same reliable content, with new features and an easy-to-use layout. Each day this week we will be highlighting a different key indicator on the site: today is Elections and Voter Turnout. Learn more at transatlanticbarometer.org
The commercial space sector isn’t just supporting government missions anymore — it’s driving innovation and setting the pace. But as private players lead the way, big questions arise about industry-government relations, global competition, and sustainable growth.
October 31, 2025 at 6:02 PM
The commercial space sector isn’t just supporting government missions anymore — it’s driving innovation and setting the pace. But as private players lead the way, big questions arise about industry-government relations, global competition, and sustainable growth.
🎧 New #HowToFixDemocracy episode: Andrew Keen talks with historian & technologist Derek Leebaert on trust in democracy in the age of AI. From FDR to responsible AI, why transparency & accountability are key to restoring confidence.
🔗 open.spotify.com/episode/3LmW...
🔗 open.spotify.com/episode/3LmW...
October 31, 2025 at 2:57 PM
🎧 New #HowToFixDemocracy episode: Andrew Keen talks with historian & technologist Derek Leebaert on trust in democracy in the age of AI. From FDR to responsible AI, why transparency & accountability are key to restoring confidence.
🔗 open.spotify.com/episode/3LmW...
🔗 open.spotify.com/episode/3LmW...
Discover our special #TransatlanticPeriscope Deep Dive on the Dutch parliamentary election. Learn more about the results and what they mean for the Netherlands and beyond. transatlanticperiscope.org/deep-dives/d...
October 30, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Discover our special #TransatlanticPeriscope Deep Dive on the Dutch parliamentary election. Learn more about the results and what they mean for the Netherlands and beyond. transatlanticperiscope.org/deep-dives/d...
Thank you to FIDE & everyone who joined our discussion on Lessons from Practitioners: What We’re Learning About Citizens’ Assemblies in America!
More U.S. cities are exploring this democratic tool to boost inclusion, accountability & trust in governance. 🎥 www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-tR...
More U.S. cities are exploring this democratic tool to boost inclusion, accountability & trust in governance. 🎥 www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-tR...
Citizen Assembly | Community Representation for Informed Deliberation
YouTube video by Bertelsmann Foundation
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October 30, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Thank you to FIDE & everyone who joined our discussion on Lessons from Practitioners: What We’re Learning About Citizens’ Assemblies in America!
More U.S. cities are exploring this democratic tool to boost inclusion, accountability & trust in governance. 🎥 www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-tR...
More U.S. cities are exploring this democratic tool to boost inclusion, accountability & trust in governance. 🎥 www.youtube.com/watch?v=V-tR...
Just 30% of Germans aged 12-18 support a return to mandatory military service. Find out what Germany’s youth thinks about the future of foreign and security policy in the latest B|Brief from @cflynnmartino.bsky.social , based on a new study from the Liz Mohn Foundation: bit.ly/47uY8qI
October 29, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Just 30% of Germans aged 12-18 support a return to mandatory military service. Find out what Germany’s youth thinks about the future of foreign and security policy in the latest B|Brief from @cflynnmartino.bsky.social , based on a new study from the Liz Mohn Foundation: bit.ly/47uY8qI
Golden Dome – Fantasy Strategy, Real Stakes? Read the latest article of our Astropolitics series by @bleddb.bsky.social
www.astro-politics.org/articles/gol...
www.astro-politics.org/articles/gol...
— ASTROPOLITICS
Golden Dome: Fantasy Strategy, Real Stakes by Dr Bleddyn E. Bowen, Durham University
www.astro-politics.org
October 29, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Golden Dome – Fantasy Strategy, Real Stakes? Read the latest article of our Astropolitics series by @bleddb.bsky.social
www.astro-politics.org/articles/gol...
www.astro-politics.org/articles/gol...
In December 2024, we asked our RANGE crowd to weigh in on the future of Starlink's satellite constellation. After more than 100 forecasts, the results are clear: 86% believe that the constellation will contain between 8,000 & 10,000 by the end of 2025. Go to rangeforecasting.org to learn more.
October 28, 2025 at 8:05 PM
In December 2024, we asked our RANGE crowd to weigh in on the future of Starlink's satellite constellation. After more than 100 forecasts, the results are clear: 86% believe that the constellation will contain between 8,000 & 10,000 by the end of 2025. Go to rangeforecasting.org to learn more.
High school exchanges can be both exciting and nerve-wracking, so we asked students who have done a GAPP exchange to Germany to share their tips, tricks and packing lists. To learn more, visit Goethe.de/gapp. Applications open November 1! @gappexchanges.bsky.social
www.youtube.com/watch?v=C8Ap...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=C8Ap...
German American Partnership Program (GAPP) | Students Answer FAQs
YouTube video by Bertelsmann Foundation
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October 28, 2025 at 12:46 PM
High school exchanges can be both exciting and nerve-wracking, so we asked students who have done a GAPP exchange to Germany to share their tips, tricks and packing lists. To learn more, visit Goethe.de/gapp. Applications open November 1! @gappexchanges.bsky.social
www.youtube.com/watch?v=C8Ap...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=C8Ap...
Join us in Berlin, Nov. 4, 5:30pm, when space & geopolitics converge for a screening of ASTROPOLITICS. Stick around for the post-film conversation with @julianasuess.bsky.social @swp-berlin.org. Free event, registration required: bertelsmann-stiftung.eventanizer.events/register/a00...
October 27, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Join us in Berlin, Nov. 4, 5:30pm, when space & geopolitics converge for a screening of ASTROPOLITICS. Stick around for the post-film conversation with @julianasuess.bsky.social @swp-berlin.org. Free event, registration required: bertelsmann-stiftung.eventanizer.events/register/a00...
We are excited to announce a special #TransatlanticPeriscope Deep Dive on the Irish presidential election. Check out the Deep Dive for more information on the race and its consequences:
transatlanticperiscope.org/deep-dives/d...
transatlanticperiscope.org/deep-dives/d...
October 27, 2025 at 2:40 PM
We are excited to announce a special #TransatlanticPeriscope Deep Dive on the Irish presidential election. Check out the Deep Dive for more information on the race and its consequences:
transatlanticperiscope.org/deep-dives/d...
transatlanticperiscope.org/deep-dives/d...