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SECDEF Mattis: Growth Of DoD Experimental Innovation Unit A ‘Top-Level Priority’

By Matthew Beinart

Friday, August 11th, 2017

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SECDEF Mattis: Growth Of DoD Experimental Innovation Unit A ‘Top-Level Priority’

Defense Secretary James Mattis.

Defense Secretary Jim Mattis affirmed his support for the innovation and tech hub founded by his predecessor, calling for continued investment in new technological capabilities a top-level priority ahead of a two-day trip to Silicon Valley. Mattis visited the Defense Innovation Unit Experimental (DIUx) office in Mountain View, Calif., on Aug. 10, and predicted increasing influence and impact for the office charged with exploring artificial intelligence, robotics and augmented reality projects.DIUx was established by Mattis’ predecessor Ash Carter in 2015.“[I’m…

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