Oracle Launches Defense Ecosystem to Boost AI and Cloud Tech Adoption in US Military

Oracle wants to help SMBs sell their tech to the US government

The program includes access to office spaces, software and support Oracle has launched a new program aimed at helping tech vendors, especially smaller firms, sell to the US Department of Defense (DoD). The launch of the Oracle Defense Ecosystem program comes amid a major restructuring of US government tech procurement, with many hyperscalers losing contracts as the Trump administration seeks to centralize purchasing and reduce expenditure. Although the companies that have traditionally sold to the government have been seen to be offering huge discounts to keep their government contracts, the time has also come for smaller companies to be in with a chance of winning bids. As part of the program, smaller vendors will get access to Oracle office spaces, discounts on Palantir's cloud/AI tools and Oracle's NetSuite software, and guidance on navigating the Pentagon's procurement processes. The company says the program has been designed to overcome the structural challenges small vendors often face compared to large defense contractors, effectively levelling the playing field. Initially, 10 companies, including Blackshar.ai, SensusQ, Metron and Arqit are participating, but signing up is free (backed by Oracle funding). The benefits extend far beyond boosting smaller tech firms, though, with the DoD also getting access to more advanced tech and a broader spectrum of offerings, and Oracle Cloud weaving its way deeper into defense operations - a win all-round, then. DOGE's focus on efficiency could further benefit Oracle by terminating legacy contracts - although the company trails far behind the likes of AWS and Azure in terms of market share, it sees opportunities in the AI and defense spaces. Speaking about the new program, Oracle VP Rand Waldron said: "Nothing is more important than the national security of the U.S. and its allies, and Oracle has been a cornerstone of this mission for nearly 50 years." The company's announcement also shows a clear intent to redefine national security innovation, supporting not just the US but also its allied nations, in digital and physical defense.

Oracle Launches Program to Connect Defense Tech Firms With Government Clients

Oracle (ORCL) wants to help aspiring defense contractors make deals with the Pentagon. On Tuesday, the cloud computing giant introduced the Oracle Defense Ecosystem, which it says is designed to connect technology companies with government clients to help them meet federal compliance standards. "National security teams are often unable to access the latest cloud and AI technologies," Oracle said, pointing to "complex procurement processes, strict qualification standards, and the relationship networks required." Ecosystem members will be able to work with Oracle's sales teams and utilize the company's cloud marketplace, the company said. They'll also be able to access AI software developed by Palantir (PLTR), a technology firm that has seen its stock surge this year as its government connections have expanded. Palantir's Foundry software has been integrated with at least four U.S. agencies, including the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Health and Human Services, according to reports. Oracle's own government bona fides include its involvement in Stargate, a joint venture with OpenAI and SoftBank to build AI infrastructure in the U.S. In January, the companies said they would commit $100 billion to start, and as much as $500 billion over the next four years. Shares of Oracle traded about 2% higher shortly after the opening bell. The stock has gained nearly 30% in 2025.

Oracle Launches New Defense Program To Help US Military Tap Into AI And Cloud Tech - Oracle (NYSE:ORCL)

Oracle Corp ORCL announced on Tuesday the establishment of the Oracle Defense Ecosystem, a new global initiative aimed at enhancing the delivery of technology innovation to defense and government sectors. The ecosystem is designed to strengthen U.S. and allied national security. It seeks to accelerate the adoption of emerging defense technologies by providing defense innovators with opportunities to utilize cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities. Oracle Defense Ecosystem provides defense technology innovators with access to Oracle's cloud and AI technologies, sales support, compliance guidance (CMMC, SCCA), and business tools (Palantir, NetSuite). Also Read: Oracle's AI Ambitions Take Flight After Record Cloud Growth: What Do Analysts Really Think? It seeks to address the challenges faced by national security teams in accessing cutting-edge cloud and AI technologies, particularly from emerging vendors, due to complex procurement processes and strict qualification standards. The ecosystem will utilize Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), which is trusted by the defense and government sector and meets stringent compliance requirements. Initial members of the Oracle Defense Ecosystem include Arqit, Blackshark.ai, Entanglement, Fenix Group, now part of Nokia Federal Solutions, Koniku, Kraken, Mattermost, Metron, SensusQ, and Whitespace. The company announced Oracle Compute Cloud@Customer Isolated, a secure, sovereign compute cloud service that can be disconnected from the internet. This service provides governments and regulated industries with the required level of security and control for confidential data. For governments, ministries of defense, intelligence agencies, and telecommunications and healthcare organizations, Oracle Compute Cloud@Customer Isolated is designed to help minimize risks of attacks, adhere to stringent regulations, and support national security. Oracle and Nextcloud, a European company, announced a partnership that will bring Nextcloud Hub, an open-source content collaboration platform that enables teams to collaborate across mobile, desktop, and web interfaces, to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). Government and enterprise customers can deploy Nextcloud Hub across OCI's sovereign cloud solutions, including public, government, dedicated, and air-gapped regions. Oracle partnered with Metron to provide scalable decision support solutions for multi-domain operations. Oracle and Metron solutions enable defense organizations to outpace their adversaries in the OODA (observe, orient, decide, and act) loop by providing them with the tools to make swift, informed decisions based on data insights, the company said in a press release. In addition, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), available across all U.S. security fabrics, offers a scalable, high-performance, and cost-effective way for Metron's decision support technology to help defense organizations bolster their data security and resilience across battlefield networks. In another significant defense news development, OpenAI bagged a $200 million defense contract to develop artificial intelligence capabilities for national security applications, according to Department of Defense contracts on Monday. ORCL Price Action: Oracle stock is trading lower by 0.76% to $209.50 premarket at last check Tuesday. Read Next: AMD 'Serious AI Contender' With Sights On Over $500 Billion TAM, Billions In Revenue: Analyst Image by DC Studio via Shutterstock ORCLOracle Corp$209.71-0.66%Stock Score Locked: Edge Members Only Benzinga Rankings give you vital metrics on any stock - anytime. Unlock RankingsEdge RankingsMomentum89.19Growth31.46QualityNot AvailableValue13.68Price TrendShortMediumLongOverviewMarket News and Data brought to you by Benzinga APIs

Oracle Launches First-of-its-Kind Defense Ecosystem to Redefine National Security Innovation

New industry coalition gives defense technology innovators unprecedented access to national security delivery channels AUSTIN, Texas, June 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Oracle Defense Tech Summit -- Oracle today announced the Oracle Defense Ecosystem, a first-of-its-kind global initiative to redefine the delivery of defense and government technology innovation. The ecosystem is designed to strengthen U.S. and allied national security and help accelerate the disruptive potential of emerging defense technology by creating new opportunities for defense innovators to leverage the latest cloud and AI technologies. Initial members of the Oracle Defense Ecosystem include Arqit, Blackshark.ai, Entanglement, Fenix Group, now part of Nokia Federal Solutions, Koniku, Kraken, Mattermost, Metron, SensusQ, and Whitespace. "Nothing is more important than the national security of the U.S. and its allies, and Oracle has been a cornerstone of this mission for nearly 50 years," said Rand Waldron, vice president, Oracle. "Oracle and our defense ecosystem plans to innovate and scale to help the U.S. and its allies deter conflicts and win on physical and digital battlefields." National security teams are often unable to access the latest cloud and AI technologies, especially from up-and-coming technology vendors, due to complex procurement processes, strict qualification standards, and the relationship networks required to gain admission into the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). To address these challenges and enable the U.S. and its allies to access the most advanced defense technology, the Oracle Defense Ecosystem will build on Oracle's decades of defense and intelligence expertise and leverage Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). OCI is trusted by the defense and government sector and meets its strict compliance requirements. Benefits of Oracle Defense Ecosystem Defense and government technology organizations that join the Oracle Defense Ecosystem can accelerate growth by quickly and easily accessing the following capabilities from Oracle and its partners: Prospective organizations can learn more about the Oracle Defense Ecosystem and apply here. About Oracle Oracle offers integrated suites of applications plus secure, autonomous infrastructure in the Oracle Cloud. For more information about Oracle (NYSE: ORCL), please visit us at www.oracle.com. Trademarks Oracle, Java, MySQL and NetSuite are registered trademarks of Oracle Corporation. NetSuite was the first cloud company -- ushering in the new era of cloud computing.