The AI Arms Race for Minerals: How NATO and the U.S. Are Securing the Physical Foundation of Modern Defense

Introduction — The Geology of Power in the AI Age The architecture of modern military power is undergoing a fundamental redefinition. In the 20th century, dominance was measured in industrial output, energy access, and weapons platforms. In the 21st century, it is increasingly determined by control over the materials that enable advanced systems—a finite set…