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Defense Innovation Unit

📍 Mountain View, CAFounded 2015👥 100-200 employees🔒 Private
Defense & Aerospace

About

Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) is the U.S. Department of Defense's organization focused on accelerating the adoption of commercial technology for national security purposes. DIU works with commercial companies, startups, and research institutions to rapidly prototype and field advanced technologies across artificial intelligence, autonomy, biotechnology, and robotics. The organization bridges the gap between Silicon Valley innovation and military requirements, streamlining procurement processes to deploy cutting-edge solutions faster than traditional defense acquisition channels.

Key Products

Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) ProgramDefense Innovation PathwaysTechnology Scouting and Prototyping Services