DI
Defense Innovation Unit
Organization
The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) is a United States Department of Defense organization established to help the U.S. military rapidly adopt and integrate emerging commercial technologies. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Silicon Valley, it connects commercial technology companies with military challenges to accelerate national security innovation.
2 episodes featuring Defense Innovation Unit
The Shawn Ryan Show
Autonomous ground vehicles move battlefield logistics toward machine speed
The episode examines whether autonomous vehicles can protect troops and expand military capacity faster than traditional defense procurement can adapt.
Sep 3, 2026 · 2h 12m
This Week in Startups
Hardware founders drive innovation from tabletop gaming to hypersonic flight
This episode explores how modern hardware startups are overcoming manufacturing and capital challenges to build highly ambitious physical products.
Jun 24, 2026 · 1h 9m