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Innovation on a Mission
Visionary startups. Experienced VCs. Dedicated government professionals. IQT leads from the center of this matrix, connecting cutting-edge technology, strategic investments, and purpose: to enhance and advance national security for the U.S. and its allies.
World-class, cutting-edge technologies for National Security
IQT’s mission is to invest in cutting-edge technologies to enhance the national security of the United States. IQT focuses on the 15,000+ early stage venture-backed startup companies in the U.S. and select other countries. IQT also identifies and analyzes technologies in all stages of development that are critical to national security. IQT welcomes the submission of business plans for products and technology that can contribute to national security and is available to meet with U.S. private equity firms interested in investing in areas of national security interest. Investment areas include:
Blog & Resources
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Five Key Lessons for Auditing AI, from Avoiding Model Groupthink to Revealing Models’ Blind Spots
How do we know when AI tools are safe to use? When should we trust them in high-stakes situations? And […]
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The Write Stuff: Generative AI’s Ability to Create Content and Code Poses Both Cyber Threats and Opportunities
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Startups needed! How Generative AI will Spark a New Innovation Wave in Cybersecurity
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IQT Quarterly Recap – Summer 2023
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