By Brian Abrams 'Peace tech' aims to stop conflicts before they start If peace tech were to capture even 1% of war's economic toll, it would be a $190 billion industry. Defense technology is a magnet for investment capital. From drones that strike with pinpoint precision to AI-powered surveillance networks, military innovation has surged alongside rising geopolitical tensions. But now, a new sector is emerging: peace tech. It's technology for preventing, reducing and resolving conflict.