Tripwires · see failure coming

Adversary moves & tripwires

For each top risk, name what an adversary would exploit and set the indicator you'll watch. You can't watch everything — focus the heat.

Top risks (L×I ≥ 8) — set guards

16

Funding tranche is pulled at the last minute

L 4 × I 4 · Critical

12

Message gets misquoted in the press

L 4 × I 3 · Elevated

10

Partner backs out after the announcement

L 2 × I 5 · Elevated

Lower risks (still watched)

  • 6

    Internal team not aligned on talking points

    Tripwire: Briefing not completed and acknowledged by all named contacts.

  • 5

    Regulatory filing deadline collides with launch day

    Tripwire: Compliance has not signed off on the filing calendar.