UFOs, UAPs, and Corporate Secrets – Bryce Zabel and Ross Coulthart
In the thought-provoking episode “NTK/48 — The End of the Beginning?” dated January 5, 2024, Bryce Zabel and Ross Coulthart look deep into the ongoing discourse surrounding Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs) and Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAPs). This engaging discussion navigates through a retrospective look at the year 2023, anticipations for the year 2024, legal and corporate ramifications of UAPs, and the overarching theme of transparency and disclosure in the realm of extraterrestrial realities.
The hosts commence by reflecting on the significant events of 2023, with particular emphasis on the revelations brought forth by David Grusch. Grusch’s insights and interviews throughout the year marked a pivotal turn in the UAP discourse, elevating public awareness and stimulating conversation on a global scale. This discussion is anchored by the notable dilution of the Schumer Amendment to the Defense bill, a legislative setback that was hoped to bring transparency and oversight into UAP-related governmental activities.
The conversation also ventures into the legal and corporate implications concerning UAPs. A focal point of discussion is the potential repercussions for defense contractors and corporations in possession of UAP materials or technologies. The duo underscores the importance of material disclosure, highlighting the legal and financial consequences for corporations that fail to inform shareholders of such significant holdings. The debate extends to the ethical and legal intricacies of eminent domain claims, reflecting on how such legislation might impact corporate governance and share prices.
Material disclosure to shareholders emerges as a substantial theme, particularly concerning defense contractors and corporations’ responsibility to disclose their involvement or possession of UAP-related assets. The discussion probes the moral and legal dimensions of such disclosures, considering how transparency or the lack thereof can substantially impact corporate valuations and the broader financial market.
If for example, Lockheed Martin were in possession of a UFO craft, their financial statements would need to address this under rules requiring material disclosure to shareholders. This involves informing investors about anything that might significantly impact the company’s value or share price, including possessing UAP materials or technologies. Failure to disclose such significant holdings could lead to legal and financial repercussions for the company.
If Lockheed Martin possesses such an asset, it could redefine its market capitalization, potentially leading to an astronomical increase. The technology’s value would derive from its potential applications in energy, transportation, defense, and beyond, possibly leading to a complete industrial and technological revolution. This future value might be in the trillions, considering the potential global impact and paradigm shift such technology could introduce.
Based on the information about intellectual property and research and development in Lockheed Martin’s financial statements, it’s clear that the company holds numerous U.S. and foreign patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, and know-how, crucial to its operations. While the U.S. Government retains certain rights to intellectual property developed under government contracts, no single intellectual property right is deemed critical enough to materially impact the business as a whole. Lockheed Martin’s R&D activities are a mix of company-funded and customer-funded efforts, focusing on enhancing current offerings and developing future technologies. This structured approach to intellectual property and R&D might indirectly suggest why certain sensitive or proprietary items, such as alleged UAP or UFO technology, if they exist, might not be openly disclosed due to their nature or contractual obligations with the government.
The potential value of UFO technology, as purportedly experienced through reverse-engineering efforts like those claimed by Colonel Philip J. Corso and David Grusch, could have revolutionary impacts across various sectors. Advancements in integrated circuits, fiber optics, laser and night vision technology, and more could herald a new era of technological supremacy. Future potential technologies might include advanced propulsion systems, breakthrough medical treatments, super alloys for construction, enhanced microelectronics, sophisticated energy solutions, and revolutionary communication systems. The financial impact of such advancements could be staggering, offering new revenue streams and radically shifting the economic landscape.
Looking forward, the hosts speculate on the possibilities that 2024 might bring. They discuss anticipated Congressional actions spurred by the growing UAP discourse and look forward to publications from influential figures such as Lue Elizondo and David Grusch. The role of the Anomaly Resolution Office (ARO) is expected to evolve, reflecting the dynamic nature of UAP investigations and disclosures. Furthermore, the mention of significant discoveries by the James Webb Space Telescope, such as the detection of molecules associated with life on distant planets, infuses the conversation with a sense of wonder and anticipation for scientific breakthroughs that might reshape our understanding of life in the universe.
Throughout the episode, Bryce and Ross articulate the global importance of UFO/UAP reality, urging for a more forthright and principled approach to addressing the phenomena. They highlight the need for a broader societal reckoning with the implications of UAPs, advocating for policies and practices that embrace openness and accountability. As the conversation unfolds, it becomes clear that the journey towards understanding and disclosing UAP realities is complex, fraught with institutional challenges, and ethical considerations.
