Ukraine is set to launch a groundbreaking initiative that leverages battlefield data to train and test new AI models for military applications. The Brave1 Dataroom, announced by Brave1’s press service, will initially focus on developing autonomous systems designed to detect and intercept Russian UAVs. This initiative underscores the growing importance of artificial intelligence in modern warfare and represents a significant step forward in Ukraine’s defense capabilities.
“Artificial intelligence is becoming a decisive factor on the modern battlefield,” said Minister of Defense Mykhailo Fedorov. “We are grateful to Palantir for the technological partnership in launching Brave1 Dataroom, which will facilitate the development of new AI-based game-changers. Initially, the focus will be on autonomous detection and interception of air threats – an area of critical importance for Ukraine.”
Built on Palantir’s advanced solutions, the Brave1 Dataroom will initially incorporate visual and thermal datasets of air targets, including Russian Shahed kamikaze drones. The platform is designed to provide a secure data exchange environment within Ukraine’s defense ecosystem, accelerating the development of innovative AI-driven products. Ukrainian developers will gain access to the Dataroom after completing a mandatory security and compliance procedure.
Luis Mosli, Executive Vice President of Palantir in the United Kingdom and Europe, highlighted the broader implications of this initiative: “Thanks to this initiative, the most talented specialists in Ukraine’s defense sector will gain access to the world’s best military software and data to create a new generation of weaponry guided by algorithms. In the future, this will allow Ukraine to share with allies around the world the unique experience and capabilities gained in this war.”
The Brave1 Dataroom is part of a broader effort to enhance Ukraine’s defense industry and readiness. Applications for access to the Dataroom can be submitted via an appropriate form, and the initiative is being implemented in collaboration with the Ministry of Defense, the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the Scientific Research Institute of Military Intelligence, and Palantir.
The Brave1 Defence Tech Cluster, launched on April 26, 2023, serves as a unique platform for collaboration between developers of military technologies, the state, the army, and companies. It aims to boost the production of weapons and equipment. On April 28, 2025, the launch of Brave1 Market—a marketplace of the latest technologies for Ukrainian servicemen—was announced. This marketplace allows units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine to independently choose and pay for the equipment they need using funds or the ‘e-points’ bonus system.
These initiatives are designed to bolster Ukraine’s defense industry, shorten production cycles, and increase the army’s readiness for new challenges. By leveraging AI and advanced data analytics, Ukraine is positioning itself at the forefront of defense technologies and international cooperation, ensuring a robust and adaptive defense ecosystem for the future.