UK Strikes Defense Deal with Palantir, Unlocking $2B Investment
2025-09-20
The UK government has signed a defense deal with US data analytics firm Palantir, expected to attract £1.5 billion ($2 billion) in investment. Palantir plans to establish its European defense headquarters in the UK, creating up to 350 jobs. The agreement will help the UK military leverage AI for faster decision-making and targeting, and boost the growth of British defense tech companies. Despite controversies surrounding Palantir's work with the CIA and ICE, the UK government views the deal as a way to enhance its innovation leadership within NATO.