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Associated Press
23-07-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Govini Selected as a Core Partner for U.S. Army's Next Phase of Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2)
ARLINGTON, Va., July 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Govini, the software company that accelerates the defense acquisition process, today announced a significant award to expand its role in the U.S. Army's Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) program. Govini is a key industry partner on a team of technology-first companies, led by Anduril Industries, that includes Palantir, Striveworks, Instant Connect Enterprise (ICE), Research Innovations, Inc. (RII), and Microsoft as part of the $99.6 million prototype effort. Govini's flagship platform, Ark, delivers predictive logistics capabilities through AI-enabled and data-driven Applications and Workflows to support mission command and decision-making. NGC2 is the Army's effort to transform command and control operations by integrating cutting-edge commercial technologies into command posts. As the Army prepares for large-scale combat against adversaries, NGC2 ensures commanders have access to critical real-time data and infrastructure necessary to effectively lead forces in contested environments where communications may be disrupted. 'NGC2 is the Army's most ambitious push to modernize command and control for the future fight, and Govini is proud to continue delivering logistics software that this mission requires,' said Tara Murphy Dougherty, Chief Executive Officer of Govini. 'With Ark, logistics and sustainment move at the speed of operations — delivering proactive support to soldiers directly in theater, where it matters most for mission success.' Govini's continued work with Army's NGC2 builds on Ark's proven value during Project Convergence Capstone 5 (PCC5). During the exercise, Ark integrated with operational systems to provide real-time inventory awareness and predictive logistics capabilities, demonstrating its effectiveness under contested conditions. For the Division-level prototype with the 4th Infantry Division, Govini and partners will deliver an integrated technology ecosystem across multiple brigades and operational environments. As the lead logistics software provider for NGC2, Ark provides predictive logistics capabilities powered by best-in-class data and artificial intelligence and machine learning that will support the Army's continued experimentation and validation of NGC2 at division scale. About Govini Govini builds software to accelerate the Defense Acquisition Process. Ark, Govini's flagship product, is a suite of AI-enabled Applications, powered by integrated government and commercial data, that solves problems across the entire spectrum of Defense Acquisition, including Supply Chain, Science & Technology, Production, Sustainment, Logistics, and Modernization. With Ark, the Acquisition community eliminates slow, manual processes and gains the ability to rapidly imagine, produce, and field critical warfighting capabilities. Ark transforms Defense Acquisition into a strategic advantage for the United States. Media Contact Marcus Weisgerber [email protected] View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Govini
Axios
23-07-2025
- Business
- Axios
Archer and Anduril are "deep in the work" on secretive VTOL aircraft
Archer Aviation and Anduril Industries are "deep in the work, building stuff," for their hybrid-power vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, the former's CEO, Adam Goldstein, told Axios. Why it matters: Very little has been shared about the project, which was initially described as targeting a potential Pentagon program. What they're saying: "I think the U.S. and its allies have an increasing demand for autonomous and attritable assets, especially big flying things," Goldstein said in an interview on the sidelines of the Reindustrialize conference in Detroit. "The need is very near-term for this stuff. The question is: How much of it can you build?" Catch up quick: The companies announced their exclusive partnership in December. At the time, Goldstein told Axios: "You can imagine things that helicopters do are the things that we're building toward." Flashback: Archer most recently raised $850 million. It disclosed the funding ahead of the Paris Air Show, where it displayed its Midnight aircraft.
Wall Street Journal
18-07-2025
- Business
- Wall Street Journal
Christian Brose on the Coming Revolution in Military Tech
Americans cheered earlier this summer when Ukraine managed to sneak inexpensive drones deep into Russia and use them to destroy strategic bombers. Likewise when Israel began its campaign against Iran by taking out air defenses with drones. New technology is changing the geometry of the battlefield, which can give a leg up for lesser powers—which could also pose threats to the U.S. Is America prepared for the new way of war? 'At every level, I think, our conception of military power, and the industrial base that we've been optimizing to build it, is just systemically wrong,' says Christian Brose, president and chief strategy officer of Anduril Industries, the defense tech company founded by entrepreneur Palmer Luckey.
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Explained: Why it is being said that only one man, Palmer Luckey, can build America's Border Surveillance Towers in that Donald Trump wants
Donald Trump's massive spending bill -- 'One Big, Beautiful Bill' -- aims to make permanent tax cuts for wealthy Americans while reducing funding for social programs like Medicaid. Tucked inside this legislation is a provision allocating $6 billion for border security technologies, specifically a 'virtual wall' of surveillance towers along the U.S. northern and southern borders. These towers would reportedly use advanced technology to detect people crossing the border. However, the bill's language is so specific that it appears is said to be tailored to benefit one company: Anduril Industries , founded by Palmer Luckey . What Makes the Provision So Specific to Palmer Luckey's company The bill stipulates that the $6 billion contract can only go to a company whose products have been 'tested and accepted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection' and can deliver 'autonomous capabilities.' These capabilities are defined as systems using 'artificial intelligence, machine learning, computer vision, or other algorithms' to detect, identify, classify, and track objects in real time without constant human intervention. According to The Intercept, this description matches the technology developed by Anduril Industries almost exactly. A Customs and Border Protection spokesperson confirmed that Anduril is currently the only company approved to meet these requirements, effectively giving it a monopoly on this lucrative contract as the Department of Homeland Security plans to build hundreds of new surveillance towers in the coming years. Who Is Palmer Luckey, and Why Does This Matter by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like "밤새 나던 종아리 쥐가 사라졌어요!'', 막힌 혈관 찌꺼기 싹~ 청소한 ''이것'' 대박이네!! 카이스트 건강비결 더 알아보기 Undo Palmer Luckey, the CEO of Anduril Industries, is a prominent figure in the tech world and a longtime supporter of Donald Trump. He has donated to Trump's campaigns since 2016, hosted a fundraiser for him in 2020, and has been influential in aligning other tech leaders, like Elon Musk and Marc Andreessen, with Trump's political orbit. The highly specific language in the bill raises questions about whether this provision is a political favor to Luckey, whose company stands to gain billions from the deal. Critics argue this could be an example of cronyism, where government contracts are awarded to political allies rather than through open competition. What Is Anduril Industries Into Anduril Industries is a defense technology company specializing in AI-driven systems, including autonomous surveillance towers that use advanced algorithms to monitor borders. These towers are designed to detect and track people or objects in real time, reducing the need for human operators. Beyond border security, Anduril has been expanding its footprint in military contracts. For example, earlier this year, it took over a multi-billion-dollar contract from Microsoft to develop the Integrated Visual Augmentation System (IVAS), an augmented reality headset for the U.S. Army. Additionally, Luckey has partnered with Meta's Mark Zuckerberg—another tech leader with growing ties to Trump—to develop AR and VR technologies for military use, such as detecting enemy soldiers or drones. AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
San Francisco Chronicle
09-07-2025
- Business
- San Francisco Chronicle
Ohio awards $310 million to US defense contractor for 4,000-worker advanced manufacturing facility
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Defense contractor Anduril Industries has been awarded a $310 million grant from Ohio's job creation office, as the company prepares to build a massive advanced manufacturing facility near Columbus. JobsOhio, the state's job creation office, announced execution of the 30-year economic development agreement Wednesday. The deal calls for Costa Mesa, California-based Anduril to create 4,008 new jobs and more than $530 million in new payroll and to make at least $910.5 million in capital investment within the next 10 years in order to receive the funds. It must then maintain those commitments over the ensuing two decades under the plan. Anduril's 'Arsenal 1' will produce military drones and autonomous air vehicles. It is set to open in July 2026. State and company officials initially announced the project in January. The 5 million-square-foot (464,515-square-meter) facility will be located on a 500-acre (202-hectare) site near Rickenbacker International Airport in rural Pickaway County, about 16 miles (26 kilometers) southeast of Columbus.
