Oxford Events, the new replacement for OxTalks, will launch on 16th March. The two-week OxTalks freeze period starts on Monday 2nd March. During this time, there will be no facility to publish or edit events. The existing OxTalks site will remain available to view during this period. Once Oxford Events launches, you will need a Halo login to submit events. Full details are available on the Staff Gateway.
This talk traces how global competition for critical minerals fuels advances in semiconductors, robotics, and AI driving an arms race in superintelligence and energy-hungry data centers. We’ll explore how these forces connect and the choices that will shape our future.
Joseph Rooke leads a team that tracks security macro trends and emerging risks, supporting leaders as they make decisions in uncertain environments. He has built and led teams globally across cybersecurity, intelligence, and defense, including roles at BAE Systems and the UK Ministry of Defence. His work focuses on the practical intersection of technology, geopolitics, and security as the landscape continues to evolve.
