Istari Digital

Istari Digital, founded in 2022, is developing digital engineering tools centered on digital twins and an industrial metaverse. Its core mission is to make digital twin technology simple and secure for complex industrial applications. The company was founded by Dr. Will Roper, a former U.S. Air Force acquisition chief, and is backed by former Google CEO Eric Schmidt.

The company's main product is the Istari Platform. It enables engineering teams to integrate models across different disciplines, organizations, and security clearances. The platform is built on zero-trust architecture and decentralized frameworks, with a focus on unlocking the power of simulation in a secure environment.

Istari Digital's work spans industries including aerospace and agriculture. A notable milestone is its involvement in the Flyer One program with the Air Force Research Laboratory and Lockheed Martin Skunk Works, which aims to demonstrate the world's first digitally certified aircraft.