BigBear.ai Acquires AskSage to Enhance AI Capabilities Amid Rising US Defense Budgets
DEFENSE
BigBear.ai has acquired AskSage to enhance its generative AI capabilities for defense, aiming to secure government contracts amid rising US defense budgets. The US is allocating $70 billion for border protection and $673 million for biometric solutions, benefiting BigBear.ai.
AskSage's revenue is projected to increase sixfold this year. Dell Technologies is also capitalizing on the AI boom, with an 11% year-over-year revenue growth attributed to AI server sales, shipping over $15 billion in equipment and holding a record backlog of $18.4 billion. Both companies are well-positioned for growth amid geopolitical shifts.

Feb 17, 2026, 3:39 PM