Applied Intuition acquires EpiSci, expands military AI capabilities

Applied Intuition has acquired EpiSys Science (EpiSci), enhancing its capabilities in the defense sector by integrating EpiSci's AI software for air and maritime systems with its existing land-based technology. This strategic acquisition positions Applied Intuition as a comprehensive provider of autonomy solutions across all domains, including land, air, sea, and space. EpiSci, known for its involvement in U.S. military projects such as unmanned aircraft and missile-tracking satellites, will remain operationally intact post-acquisition to maintain its specialized expertise. The merger is expected to capitalize on the growing demand for unmanned systems in defense, driven by initiatives like the Pentagon's Replicator project. Applied Intuition aims to leverage this integration to bolster national security and accelerate the development of advanced military technologies. Company executives emphasized that this move is about capability expansion rather than cost-cutting, ensuring both teams can collaborate effectively.