Enabled Intelligence and HPE Secure Major Defense Contracts - Defense AI Brief #20
December 01, 2025 -
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In recent developments, Enabled Intelligence Inc., a startup based in Virginia, has secured a significant $708 million contract from the US Department of Defense for data labeling services, surpassing Scale AI Inc. Meanwhile, Hewlett Packard Enterprise has been awarded a $931 million contract by the US Defense Information Systems Agency to modernize its data centers using their GreenLake platform over the next decade.
In other news, the FBI is testing AI-equipped drones for real-time surveillance, and Baobab Ventures has launched a $15 million fund to support early-stage AI and robotics startups. Additionally, CAE and Saab have partnered for GlobalEye AEW&C training, and the US Army is collaborating with NATO in Germany to test counter-drone systems. The Farpoint Consortium is enhancing NATO drone training, MatrixSpace has won a U.S. Army competition with its AI radar, and V2X has secured a $425 million contract for F-16 cockpit upgrades.
Welcome to this week's edition of Defense AI Brief.
In recent developments, Enabled Intelligence Inc., a startup based in Virginia, has secured a significant $708 million contract from the US Department of Defense for data labeling services, surpassing Scale AI Inc. Meanwhile, Hewlett Packard Enterprise has been awarded a $931 million contract by the US Defense Information Systems Agency to modernize its data centers using their GreenLake platform over the next decade.
In other news, the FBI is testing AI-equipped drones for real-time surveillance, and Baobab Ventures has launched a $15 million fund to support early-stage AI and robotics startups. Additionally, CAE and Saab have partnered for GlobalEye AEW&C training, and the US Army is collaborating with NATO in Germany to test counter-drone systems. The Farpoint Consortium is enhancing NATO drone training, MatrixSpace has won a U.S. Army competition with its AI radar, and V2X has secured a $425 million contract for F-16 cockpit upgrades.
Enabled Intelligence Secures $708M Defense Contract
Enabled Intelligence Inc., a Virginia-based startup, has won a $708 million contract for data labeling services from the US Department of Defense, surpassing Scale AI Inc.. Read more
HPE Wins $931M Contract for DISA Data Center Modernization
Hewlett Packard Enterprise has been awarded a $931 million contract by the US Defense Information Systems Agency to modernize its data centers. The initiative will utilize HPE's GreenLake platform to implement a hybrid multi-cloud solution over the next decade. Read more
FBI Tests AI Drones for Real-Time Recognition
The FBI is testing AI-equipped drones for tactical operations, focusing on real-time detection and tracking capabilities for individuals, vehicles, and objects. Read more
Baobab Ventures Launches $15M Fund for AI and Robotics Startups
Baobab Ventures has introduced a $15 million fund to support early-stage companies in AI, robotics, and defense. The fund aims to assist founders in overcoming challenges in the AI-driven market. Read more
CAE Partners with Saab for GlobalEye Training
CAE has entered a global cooperation agreement with Saab to become the preferred supplier for training and simulation of the GlobalEye Airborne Early Warning and Control aircraft, with a focus on enhancing training capabilities worldwide. Read more
US Army Tests Counter-Drone Systems with NATO in Germany
The US Army conducted tests of counter-unmanned aerial systems in Germany as part of Project Flytrap 4.5, collaborating with NATO allies to enhance defense against drone threats. Read more
Farpoint Consortium Enhances NATO Drone Training
The Farpoint Consortium has been formed by several companies to advance AI-driven drone warfare training for NATO forces, integrating recent conflict insights with modern simulation technologies. Read more
MatrixSpace Wins U.S. Army Competition with AI Radar
MatrixSpace has been awarded in the U.S. Army's xTechCounter Strike competition for its AI-enabled radar technology, which enhances airspace awareness and network integration. Read more
V2X Wins $425M Contract for F-16 Cockpit Upgrades
V2X, Inc. has secured a 10-year contract worth $425 million to modernize cockpit displays for the U.S. Air Force's F-16 aircraft, aiming to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs. Read more
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