THE PENTAGON APPOINTS A NEW AI CHIEF

Published on March 16, 2024



TL;DR

  • Craig Martell, the first head of the Pentagon’s AI office, is leaving. 
  • Radha Plumb, with her rich tech background from Google and Facebook, will replace him. 
  • Under Martell’s leadership, the Pentagon started using AI more, and Plumb is expected to push this further.


The Pentagon has announced a significant change in its Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO). Craig Martell, who has led the department since its early days in 2022, is stepping down. Radha Plumb, known for her impactful roles at tech giants like Google and Facebook, will take his place. 

Radha Plumb brings a wealth of experience from the tech industry, with a strong background in trust, safety, and policy. Her transition to the role of Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Officer on April 8 starts a new chapter for the Pentagon’s AI initiatives. The Defense Department has high expectations for Plumb, anticipating her technical knowledge and strategic thinking will push the CDAO’s innovative projects to new heights.

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