US Navy Outlines Autonomous and AI Technology Priorities for Next Decade
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US Navy Outlines Autonomous and AI Technology Priorities for Next Decade
During a recent pitch session, the US Navy's Chief Technology Officer Justin Fanelli outlined the military branch's technology priorities for the next several years, with a significant emphasis on autonomous systems and artificial intelligence. The conversation also revealed shifts in how the Navy is funding innovation, moving away from traditional early-stage research funding toward co-investing alongside venture capitalists and making larger bets on specific technologies.
Key Takeaways
- US Navy CTO Justin Fanelli outlined autonomous systems and AI as core technology priorities
- Navy announced 562 million dollar autonomous refuelling deal as flagship example
- Shifting from pure research funding to co-investing alongside venture capital firms
- Emphasis on competing with China drives military technology spending and capability development
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