Canfield CyberDefense Group Unveils the Future of Autonomous Cyber Defense at the 2025 Defense TechConnect Innovation Summit

November 21, 2025, marked a defining moment for Canfield CyberDefense Group (CCG). At the 2025 Defense TechConnect Innovation Summit, our Chief Technology Officer, Ray Canfield, delivered a compelling on-stage presentation introducing the Phen.AI, CheckMate security solution to an audience of industry leaders, innovators, and technology stakeholders.

The pitch highlighted how CheckMate, powered by Phen.AI, is reshaping the cybersecurity landscape, delivering autonomous threat detection, active response, and a mission-ready resilience cybersecurity solution engineered for commercial and other government agencies. The presentation gave attendees a clear look at how next-generation AI-driven security can strengthen national defense and modernize cyber operations.

Momentum continued as CCG was named a 2025 TechConnect Critical Technology Finalist, an honor that places the Phen.AI, CheckMate security solution among the nation’s most innovative and impactful emerging technologies. This recognition underscores our commitment to engineering excellence and mission-focused cybersecurity solutions that support U.S. national security priorities.

Being spotlighted on a national stage like TechConnect is a tremendous achievement. CheckMate, powered by Phen.AI, isn’t just another cybersecurity tool. it represents a new era of autonomous, self-defending security solutions operating at machine speed.

We extend our sincere appreciation to TechConnect and ATI for their partnership, platform, and recognition.