You're left with unclassified information that the general public would have from the media or participation in conferences. Often what happens with security clearances is that the system has been established: if you have a contract whereby you need to be secure, then you can get the appropriate clearance. However, in this case we need to have the clearances so we can have the conversations to develop the capabilities to then get the contract. The government has to do things differently.
On May 6th, 2024. See this statement in context.