General Patrick Huston Joins Deep Fission Advisory Board Amid Heightened National Interest in Advanced Nuclear Energy and AI

BERKELEY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Deep Fission is proud to announce that Brigadier General Patrick Huston, U.S. Army (ret.), has joined its advisory board. With a distinguished 35-year career spanning military leadership, national security law, and emerging technologies, General Huston brings invaluable perspective at a time of increasing federal interest in resilient energy systems. His insights will support Deep Fission’s efforts to align with evolving national priorities around advanced nuclear innovation and infrastructure modernization.

"As our military and national infrastructure grow increasingly energy-dependent, especially with the rise of AI, ensuring access to resilient and secure power sources is essential."

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A West Point graduate, decorated Army Ranger, and helicopter pilot, General Huston has held pivotal roles in both combat and counsel, including five tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, and serving as General Counsel for the elite 101st Airborne Division, Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), and U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM). He was also a member of the Responsible AI Board at the Pentagon.

“Patrick brings rare and timely expertise at a pivotal moment for our industry,” said Liz Muller, co-founder and CEO of Deep Fission. “His deep understanding of national security, AI governance, and the legal frameworks shaping emerging technologies makes him an invaluable partner. Patrick’s insights will be instrumental in guiding our work with federal stakeholders and deploying atomic power where it’s needed most.”

Currently based in San Francisco, General Huston serves as General Counsel of Ondas Holdings (NASDAQ: ONDS), a global leader in autonomous drones, wireless technologies, and defense solutions. He is also a certified board director (NACD.DC), chairs the National Association of Corporate Directors’ Technology Group, and is on the FBI’s AI Task Force.

“Energy security is national security,” said General Huston. “I’m honored to join Deep Fission’s advisory board and contribute to their mission of delivering reliable, clean, 24/7 electricity. As our military and national infrastructure grow increasingly energy-dependent, especially with the rise of AI, ensuring access to resilient and secure power sources is essential.”

His appointment underscores Deep Fission’s commitment to delivering next-generation nuclear solutions that address the nation’s emerging security and technological needs.

About Deep Fission

Deep Fission is revolutionizing the energy landscape with innovative technology that places small modular reactors a mile underground. The team of leading scientists, engineers, and visionaries is driven by a shared commitment to advancing safe, reliable, and affordable low-carbon energy solutions. The company is actively engaged with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and is pursuing commercial projects worldwide. For more information, visit deepfission.com.