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PermitFlow
NYC company founded in 2021 by Francis Thumpasery and Samuel Lam, building construction permitting software that automates permit preparation and submission.
Govtech & defense
Hiring
Founded 2022
GovWell
New York City-headquartered govtech company building an AI operating system for local government, replacing legacy permitting and licensing software with AI-assisted intake, compliance review and inspections.
Govtech & defense
Helios
Helios builds the systems organizations use to understand government, shape outcomes, and execute in complex operating environments. Our core platform, Proxi, brings policy, procurement, regulation, funding, and stakeholder intelligence into one operating environment. For higher-stakes work, we deploy that same foundation deeper through applied intelligence, embedded operators, and secure, mission-specific systems. From helping companies navigate government to modernizing how institutions thin
Govtech & defense
20 staff
Voyager Labs
Voyager Labs, a world leader in AI-based investigation solutions, empowers organizations worldwide to gain deep investigative insights about individuals, groups, and topics. Our proprietary AI technology enables investigators to easily analyze massive amounts of open, deep, and dark web data as well as internal data, and understand content, human interactions, and connections. Government and law enforcement agencies, as well as private sector customers, use our award-winning, cutting-edge tech
Govtech & defense
NLP
63 staff
Zencity
Local governments are the foundation of a thriving society. But too often, the essential currency of governance, community trust is fractured. Why? Traditional public input methods - contentious meetings, time-consuming surveys, and high barriers to participation, amplify the voices of the few. We call it the “Same Ten People” problem. The broader, more diverse community goes unheard. That’s where Zencity comes in. Zencity is the AI-native governance platform that powers community voices into
Govtech & defense
129 staff
IVIX
IVIX is purpose-built to illuminate financial crime. Founded in 2020 in New York, IVIX is the first AI-powered platform designed specifically for governments to use open-source intelligence (OSINT) to address financial crime at scale. Led by tax, security, and tech experts, we built IVIX in partnership with authorities – for authorities. With turnkey solutions for high-priority use cases such as eCommerce and Cryptocurrency, and powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning, IVIX deli
Govtech & defense
115 staff
Lexset
Lexset is an AI company focused on building trusted intelligence systems for defense, national security, and critical infrastructure applications. We leverage simulation and synthetic data to develop AI technologies that help operators understand complex environments by transforming data from sensors, imagery, and other sources into actionable intelligence. Our work spans computer vision, agentic AI, sensor fusion, synthetic data generation, geospatial analytics, and autonomous systems. We buil
Govtech & defense
Computer vision
12 staff
GovDash
AI platform to win and run government contracts
Govtech & defense
Generative AI
Founded 2022
RapidSOS
New York City-headquartered emergency-response company applying AI to fuse device, sensor, and caller data into actionable intelligence for 911 centers and first responders.
Govtech & defense
Founded 2012
Artificial Brain
Artificial Brain is a leading Quantum and AI software technology company specializing in the development of advanced optimization solutions for the Defense, Aerospace, and Energy industries. Artificial Brain's expertise lies in combining space data with advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Quantum Computing. Artificial Brain emerged as a winner in the Prototype Track of the myEUspace competition by EUSPA with its innovative quantum algorithm for the real-time schedulin
Govtech & defense
Generative AI
Quantum
13 staff
Fermata Discovery
Fermata Discovery is a WOSB software development firm specializing in technology that optimizes intelligence and investigative workflows. Our flagship product, VIXN, is an integrated, end-to-end intelligence analysis and case management solution. VIXN integrates, assembles, visualizes, and manages collected intelligence and OSINT data. It's designed to assist analysts, detectives, and investigators in revealing unknown, hidden relationships, identifying deep-data insights, and automating their
Govtech & defense
17 staff
GovEagle
AI for Government Contractors
Govtech & defense
AI agents
19 staff
Carbyne
Carbyne is setting a new standard for how the world responds to emergencies. Our cloud-native platform—built for speed, clarity, and action—uses AI to help emergency responders move faster, see more, and make confident decisions when lives are on the line. Carbyne connects responders with real-time data, live video, multilingual transcription and translation, and intelligent tools that streamline complex workflows and enhance coordination. Deployed across dozens of jurisdictions, integrated with
Govtech & defense
158 staff
Tagup
Tagup is a defense technology company founded at MIT that is delivering logistics decision advantage with next-generation AI. The company's AI-powered Manifest® decision engine simulates and optimizes logistics courses of action under real-world constraints and uncertainty, sustaining readiness in contested and degraded environments. A trusted partner of the U.S. military, Tagup optimizes logistics operations across the entire system, from supply to maintenance to mobilization, to help operators
Govtech & defense
45 staff
Prepared
New York City-based company offering an AI-powered platform that transcribes, translates, and triages 911 calls to enhance emergency response operations.
Govtech & defense
Founded 2019
Polimorphic
New York City-based company building AI-powered CRM, permitting, and constituent-service software for state and local government.
Govtech & defense
Impact AI Inc
Transforming Public Services with Precision: Discover Impact AI Inc. At Impact AI Inc., we are at the forefront of revolutionizing public services through the ethical development of artificial intelligence. Our focus? To enhance the sectors that need it most—healthcare, education, public safety, and social service —by eliminating the mundane tasks that bog down our dedicated professionals. Imagine a world where the repetitive burden of answering frequently asked questions is lifted from the sh
Govtech & defense
1 staff
Adelphi Data
Adelphi’s vision is to enable the intelligence community to securely share data
Govtech & defense
15 staff
Persistent Systems, LLC
The company designs and manufactures mobile ad hoc network technology and related radio devices for military, government, and commercial applications.
Govtech & defense
Robotics
Founded 2007
BQP
BQP is building the next-generation simulation platform BQPhy® designed to solve the most complex computational challenges in aerospace, space and defense. The advanced solvers are coupled with quantum-inspired algorithms, enabling simulations beyond today's GPUs' capabilities. Running on today's high-power computers, the quantum-powered platform is multiples faster and more accurate than existing solutions. This results in accelerated time-to-market and reduced development costs by billions,
Govtech & defense
Quantum
55 staff
Numina
Numina delivers real-time insights from streets to make cities more responsive. Our standalone sensing and data platform uses computer vision to measure how people and objects move in streets and public spaces. Numina is purpose-built to empower urban planners and municipal DoTs with better data to design more walkable, bikeable, and efficient places. Simultaneously, Numina provides this intelligence to the private sector as the data backbone for urban automation. Numina has been serving planne
Govtech & defense
Computer vision
15 staff
MAIK, Inc
MAIK is an American defense-technology company building digital intelligence officers: AI peers trained to do the job end to end, for the U.S. Intelligence Community, Department of Defense, and our Allies.
Govtech & defense
AI agents
4 staff
Valthos
NYC company founded in 2024 by Kathleen McMahon and Tess van Stekelenburg, developing next-generation biodefense technology.
Govtech & defense
Biotech platform
NexusIntell
NexusIntell converts decades of municipal "dark data" into secure, citation-backed conversational intelligence—reducing FOIA/FOIL response times from weeks to seconds while preserving institutional memory. THE PROBLEM WE SOLVE Municipal governments face a critical challenge: 60+ years of ordinances, zoning codes, amendments, and council minutes trapped in unindexed PDFs and filing cabinets. When senior staff retire, institutional knowledge walks out the door. OUR SOLUTION NexusIntell is the
Govtech & defense
NLP
3 staff
Manhattan District Attorney's Office
A government office that prosecutes criminal cases and enforces laws within Manhattan.
Govtech & defense
Complex Risk Analytics Fund (CRAF'd)
The Complex Risk Analytics Fund (CRAF’d) is the first and only multi-partner initiative to finance, connect, and reimagine data to save lives. CRAF’d is driven by the belief that data, analytics, and AI can help global partners to better anticipate, prevent, and respond to complex risks. Key contributors to CRAF’d include Germany, the United States of America, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, the European Commission and Canada. Inspired by the Secretary-General’s Data Strategy, CRAF'd is th
Govtech & defense
9 staff
DATA WHALE
Data Whale unleashes the power of data science to empower public policy success. Working with the multilateral development banks, governments and other policy stakeholders, we are proud to deliver insights and efficiency - data collection, program specific data pipelines, ML/AI model deployments, and data visualization.
Govtech & defense
6 staff
One Smart Lab
We use latest AI / deep learning technology in face recognition to create 1) safe smart city and 2) deliver real time face ID verification that cannot be tricked.
Govtech & defense
Computer vision
3 staff
Hazel
AI-enabled procurement for government
Govtech & defense
Founded 2024
Stratum Industries
Stratum builds AI agents that clear the U.S. government backlog.
Govtech & defense
AI agents
Founded 2026
GUILD
GUILD is making aerospace parts faster and cheaper than today's defense supply chain.
Govtech & defense
Founded 2026
Crisis24
Global risk management company in a multi-year strategic partnership with New York AI company Dataminr on critical event management
Govtech & defense
Anomaly Federal
Anomaly Federal is the only company in the U.S. doing crowdsourced intelligence (CROSINT) for UAS detection. We have developed two solutions: An ATAK Plug-in, making every soldier and police officer a sensor, and a National Special Security Event (NSSE) smartphone application, making every civilian a sensor for UAS detection. Our solutions are not meant to compete with traditional sensing modalities, but instead work with them to fill their gaps to create a layered approach, and more holistic co
Govtech & defense
2 staff
Recidiviz
Helping create a smaller, fairer, safer justice system
Govtech & defense
Founded 2019
Aletair LLC
We are a company with a passion for remote detection of subsurface hazards. With our company roots in demining and unexploded ordnance surveys for global humanitarian projects, we understand the value of accurate information to our stakeholders and are passionate about the quality, repeatability, and adaptability of our surveys to meet our clients requirements.
Govtech & defense
Generative AI
1 staff
Ishtar AI
Ishtar AI builds mission-grade AI platforms for defense, intelligence, energy, and critical infrastructure. Founded by a former Force Recon Marine, we deliver AI systems that fuse complex data, model operational scenarios, and accelerate decision-making in high-stakes environments. Our platform deploys in 30–90 days — not the 12–18 months legacy vendors require — with transparent pricing, self-service configuration, and no vendor lock-in. Built with privacy-by-design architecture and edge-native
Govtech & defense
AI agents
1 staff
Peak Artificial Intelligence
Saving children being sexually abused, one millisecond at a time.
Govtech & defense
3 staff
skillrank
SkillRank provides software development, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and business intelligence services primarily for government organizations.
Govtech & defense
Founded 2020
SMRDefense
SMRDefense builds autonomous security and inspection systems for critical infrastructure. We deploy coordinated fleets of drones, quadrupeds, and edge AI across energy, industrial, and data center environments to improve security, monitoring, compliance, and operational resilience. Delivered as Robotics-as-a-Service: hardware, software, deployment, and operations in one integrated platform.
Govtech & defense
Computer vision
Robotics
1 staff
Ulama
Automating the approval of construction permit applications
Govtech & defense
5 staff
Campaign Brain
With the future of democracy at stake, the future of campaigns is here. Campaign Brain is building transformational AI Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions for progressive political campaigns, centered around an artificially intelligent political campaign manager, designed to remove financial and knowledge barriers for campaigns. Campaign Brain strives to equip the progressive movement with the tools to create change in our communities by using AI for political good. We're on a mission to st
Govtech & defense
Founded 2023
Intelligent Artifacts, Inc.
Intelligent Artifacts is a machine intelligence company dedicated to advancing intelligent systems with solutions built from our groundbreaking AI framework that allows users to understand why, how, when, and where actionable information is generated and make changes to source data without retraining the entire system. IA’s AI provides the complete intelligence layer for Defense and Aerospace customers in need of modular, flexible, and scalable intelligent systems. Our evolutionary technology of
Govtech & defense
3 staff
L.I.A.D.S.
Lightweight, Intelligent, Anti-drone Defense System. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- We design and deploy drone seeking modules that utilize artificial intelligence, computer vision, and a suite of other technologies to leverage the scope, precision, and ability to autonomously identify and neutralize rogue, commercial drones. Said modules can be connected to each other on a network and communicate information over a wide spread.
Govtech & defense
Computer vision
Founded 2017
Cloud Hero
At Cloud Hero, we understand the critical importance of delivering timely and engaging experiences to every visitor. Our advanced AI-powered custom solutions empowers your business or local government to excel in catering to diverse audience needs, ensuring you don't miss out on valuable opportunities.
Govtech & defense
Sweetspot
AI for Government Contracting.
Govtech & defense
Founded 2023
ESCO Maritime Solutions
ESCO Maritime provides maritime operations support and defense technology solutions including systems and capabilities development.
Govtech & defense
Founded 2025
OceanSound Partners
A private equity firm that invests in technology and technology-enabled services companies serving government and enterprise markets.
Govtech & defense
Founded 2019
Human Rights First
Human Rights First is a nonpartisan advocacy organization that conducts research and provides legal representation focused on human rights issues.
Govtech & defense
Elucd
Polling through mobile ads to enable governments to make better…
Govtech & defense
Founded 2017
Tire Swing
AI Compliance for Affordable Housing
Govtech & defense
Founded 2025
ZeroMark, Inc.
ZeroMark develops AI-powered targeting software that integrates with existing weapons systems to improve precision and counter-drone capabilities.
Govtech & defense
Street Smarts VR
Street Smarts VR provides virtual simulation training software for military and law enforcement personnel to conduct standardized training exercises without requiring live firing ranges or additional instructors.
Govtech & defense
AR/VR