America has a talent shortage, with 40% of adults lacking basic digital skills, says a new report from JPMorganChase that bolsters the bank's recently announced $1.5 trillion U.S. investment initiative.

Why it matters: The report frames the workforce shortage as a national security threat, not just an economic issue, arguing that funding for vital industries like AI and energy won't move the needle without a talent pipeline.

What they're saying: "Today's skills gap is a critical national security issue, and the public and private sectors need to come together to drive solutions forward," says Tim Berry, global head of corporate responsibility and chairman of the Mid-Atlantic region at JPMorgan. • "The U.S. can allocate funds... but without sufficient talent, execution will fall short,"

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