This episode of The Intelligence from The Economist covers two main topics: the potential for military conflict with Iran over its nuclear program and India's struggle to innovate despite its large tech workforce. The discussion on Iran explores the conflicting signals from the Trump administration and the skepticism surrounding intelligence claims about Iran's nuclear capabilities, while also examining Trump's aversion to regime change and the potential consequences of military intervention. The segment on India investigates why the country lags in innovation despite its large number of software developers and tech leaders, pointing to issues such as the quality of university research, low private sector investment in R&D, and a mindset focused on process innovation rather than novel products. Additionally, the podcast touches on the 50th anniversary of the movie Jaws, reinterpreting the film's themes and suggesting a modern perspective where the shark is seen as a figure of environmental revenge.
