Tradewind Archives

Pentagon’s CDAO queries industry about commercial data-mesh capabilities

The office has been tasked with developing a "data integration layer" to enable the Pentagon’s vision for Combined Joint All-Domain Command and Control (CJADC2).

Oct 26, 2023 By Jon Harper

AI chatbot concept rendering (Getty Images)

Pentagon looking for contractors to set up AI ‘bias bounty’ programs

The deadline for industry to respond to the call is July 21.

Jul 17, 2023 By Jon Harper

The Variable In-flight Simulator Aircraft (VISTA) flies in the skies over Edwards Air Force Base, California, shortly after receiving its new paint scheme in early 2019. The aircraft was redesignated from NF-16D to the X-62A, June 14, 2021. F-16 AI agents developed under DARPA’s Air Combat Evolution (ACE) program controlled the X-62A during test flights over Edwards AFB, California, in December 2022. (Air Force photo by Christian Turner)

DOD issues open call to industry seeking new tools for evaluating warfighter trust in AI-enabled systems

Officials recognize the need for troops to have confidence that the technology will work as advertised on the battlefield.

Jun 14, 2023 By Jon Harper

AI bot developed to help Defense Department write contracts faster

The "Acqbot" project is part of the Chief Digital and AI Office's Tradewind initiative.

Feb 8, 2023 By Jon Harper

DOD to roll out new online marketplace to speedily buy AI-aligned tech

It's envisioned to serve as the Pentagon's "digital environment of post-competition, readily awardable, technology solutions."

Sep 2, 2022 By Brandi Vincent

DOD trying new approach for Tradewind AI initiative

FedScoop has new details on the CDAO’s in-the-works efforts to modernize methods for buying AI.

Aug 12, 2022 By Brandi Vincent