Excellent article! It is not true for just the areas you have mentioned. Countries have already started making the best use of uncertainty that's prevailing in the United States. The moment you cut spending on fundamental research and sciences, it signals the downward spiral of development. I know for certain that a lot of companies have done away with internship programs as they wait for the outcome of what's going on. I have my opinions on policies and outcomes, but don't want to get public about it. IPO's are likely to slow down here as the investors and VC's may not feel comfortable with the situation and looking at what could happen to their investments. Right now the situation here is "wait and watch", whereas for other countries it is "act now to seize the opportunity". Even if all the policies are not implemented and some cuts are revoked, it could be late for some permanent damages that are likely to happen.
Thank you, Sriram. Your comment adds such depth to this conversation. You're absolutely right: when public investment in foundational science weakens, it signals long-term risk. The “wait and watch” mode in the U.S. creates openings elsewhere and Europe seems more willing to seize them.
Thanks for sharing this, I hear you. you're not alone in feeling that. Europe isn’t a perfect alternative, but there are early signs of stability and long-term thinking, especially around public funding. It’s still early days, but it’s encouraging to see more regions stepping into the gap with intention so innovation doesn't stall.
Wow! Thx!
Excellent article! It is not true for just the areas you have mentioned. Countries have already started making the best use of uncertainty that's prevailing in the United States. The moment you cut spending on fundamental research and sciences, it signals the downward spiral of development. I know for certain that a lot of companies have done away with internship programs as they wait for the outcome of what's going on. I have my opinions on policies and outcomes, but don't want to get public about it. IPO's are likely to slow down here as the investors and VC's may not feel comfortable with the situation and looking at what could happen to their investments. Right now the situation here is "wait and watch", whereas for other countries it is "act now to seize the opportunity". Even if all the policies are not implemented and some cuts are revoked, it could be late for some permanent damages that are likely to happen.
Thank you, Sriram. Your comment adds such depth to this conversation. You're absolutely right: when public investment in foundational science weakens, it signals long-term risk. The “wait and watch” mode in the U.S. creates openings elsewhere and Europe seems more willing to seize them.
Things feel pretty hopeless here in the US. 😔 I’m happy to hear that the outlook is more positive in Europe!
Thanks for sharing this, I hear you. you're not alone in feeling that. Europe isn’t a perfect alternative, but there are early signs of stability and long-term thinking, especially around public funding. It’s still early days, but it’s encouraging to see more regions stepping into the gap with intention so innovation doesn't stall.