The Department of Defense (DoD) Office of Strategic Capital (OSC) has unveiled its Fiscal Year 2025 Investment Strategy, outlining key priorities for supporting critical technologies that strengthen national security. This strategy focuses on leveraging private capital to accelerate the development and deployment of technologies essential for maintaining the U.S. military’s competitive edge.
Supporting Innovative Dual-Use Technologies
The FY25 Investment Strategy highlights several key focus areas, including advanced materials, energy resilience, and next-generation computing. A notable priority is the support for dual-use technologies—innovations that have both commercial and defense applications—such as artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and advanced manufacturing. By bridging the gap between government needs and private sector innovation, OSC aims to drive the rapid scaling of these technologies while reducing barriers to entry for emerging companies.
The strategy also emphasizes collaboration with private investors, venture capital firms, and other financial institutions to attract funding for these critical areas. This approach ensures that the DoD remains agile in responding to emerging threats while fostering a robust innovation ecosystem that benefits both national security and economic growth.
DOD Investments in Critical Emerging Technologies
The release of the FY25 Investment Strategy is part of the DoD’s broader commitment to strengthening the U.S. industrial base and advancing critical technologies. From semiconductor manufacturing to counter-UAS systems, the department’s strategic investments are shaping the future of defense innovation. By supporting dual-use and emerging technologies, the OSC and the DoD are ensuring that the U.S. remains at the forefront of global innovation while safeguarding national security.
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