Microsoft's Handover of Army's Mixed Reality Device to Anduril Industries

Microsoft is handing over the Army's mixed reality device program to defense company Anduril Industries, which will oversee production, development, and delivery timelines. Anduril will work on integrating the Lattice platform into the Integrated Visual Augmentation System (IVAS) to enhance soldiers' capabilities. The program aims to redefine how technology supports those who serve.

Palmer Luckey and Anduril Industries

Palmer Luckey, founder of Anduril Industries, is a billionaire tech entrepreneur known for creating Oculus VR. His new company, Anduril, specializes in AI weapons like drones and submarines. Anduril recently won a U.S. Navy contract. Luckey, with his unique style and outspoken politics, aims to revolutionize the defense industry by providing AI weapons faster and cheaper. The company is involved in supplying weapons to Ukraine amidst the conflict with Russia.

Development of AI-guided planes by the Pentagon

Rep. Carlos Gimenez questioned FBI Director Chris Wray on AI and China during a House select committee hearing. The Pentagon is looking to develop AI-guided planes through its Collaborative Combat Aircraft project, with companies like Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and Anduril Industries competing for contracts.