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AI Momentum Accelerates Across Defense, Sales and Social Tech as Leaders Launch New Agentic Solutions

Three industry innovators — Outreach, Leonardo DRS, and Thumzup Media Corporation — are showcasing the transformative power of AI across sectors with new platform capabilities and deployments.

Outreach has launched its first AI Agent, the AI Prospecting Agent, to automate sales workflows and boost seller productivity. Integrated directly into sales processes, the agent handles repetitive tasks like prospect research and content generation. “AI should handle the heavy lifting so sellers can shine,” said Nithya Lakshmanan, Head of Product at Outreach, emphasizing the company’s vision of empowering human teams with intelligent tools.

In defense, Leonardo DRS unveiled its rugged Artificial Intelligence Processor (AIP) designed for real-time battlefield decision-making. “With AIP, we are redefining how AI is deployed in combat,” said Denny Crumley, SVP & GM, highlighting the processor’s role in enhancing situational awareness for U.S. Army ground operations.

Meanwhile, Thumzup is accelerating app development by integrating GitHub Copilot and Claude AI by Anthropic into its engineering workflow. “AI allows our team to focus on creativity and innovation,” said CEO Robert Steele, noting the company’s push to rapidly deliver new features and reduce development costs.

Together, these advancements underscore AI’s growing role in reshaping enterprise productivity, defense intelligence, and consumer technology.

James Dargan
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