Event Brief
Oct 2, 2026 at 8:04 PM ET
Pentagon coordinates technology scouting with In-Q-Tel
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Summary: The Pentagon is formally coordinating with In-Q-Tel, the CIA-funded investment firm, on technology scouting through the Pentagon’s Critical Technologies office. In-Q-Tel has helped finance startups including Anduril and Palantir.
WHO: Pentagon’s Critical Technologies office and In-Q-Tel
WHAT: The Pentagon’s Critical Technologies office is formally coordinating with In-Q-Tel on technology scouting.
WHEN: Oct 2, 2026 at 12:38 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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