If enacted, legislation discussed during the meeting could force Microsoft and other Big Tech vendors to change how they operate in consumer and federal markets.

The fund is intended to make long-term investments in startups and other entities developing emerging technologies that the alliance is interested in.

The army has opted to execute the second option year of its partnership with Palantir, which was previously awarded in 2019.

He previously held the role of data strategy director at the Air Force, and joined the National Guard in September.

The $90 million deal is understood to be the first major VA contract Palantir has earned.

The new requirements for open data will help the DOD to train artificial intelligence systems.