US Navy signs deal with AI firm for training underwater drones to detect mines in Strait of Hormuz — $100 million would allow drone minesweepers to update their detection algorithms in days instead of months
The US Navy has signed a $99.7 million deal with AI firm Domino Data Lab to enhance underwater drone capabilities for detecting mines in the Strait of Hormuz. The technology will enable rapid updates to detection algorithms in the field, reducing reliance on lengthy lab-based retraining. This advancement aims to make mine-clearing operations faster and safer amid ongoing regional tensions.
- ▪The US Navy contracted Domino Data Lab for $99.7 million to develop AI for underwater drones.
- ▪The AI system will allow real-time updates to mine detection algorithms using field data from sensors like sonar and visual imaging.
- ▪Domino's technology could reduce deployment preparation time from a year to a week when shifting between different operational environments.
- ▪The Strait of Hormuz is a strategic maritime chokepoint where Iran has deployed mines to disrupt shipping during the ongoing conflict with the US.
- ▪The Pentagon and DARPA are increasingly investing in AI and autonomous underwater systems to maintain military advantage.
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Tech Industry Artificial Intelligence US Navy signs deal with AI firm for training underwater drones to detect mines in Strait of Hormuz — $100 million would allow drone minesweepers to update their detection algorithms in days instead of months News By Jowi Morales published 2 May 2026 This should make clearing undersea mines faster and less dangerous for U.S. Navy sailors. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Getty Images) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Email Share this article 1 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter The U.S.
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