Read the full press release: Data Squared Partners with Mercyhurst University's CIRAT to Launch Next-Generation Intelligence Analysis Training

Watch WICU's coverage of the launch: Mercyhurst University and data² Announce New Partnership

Data Squared (data²) has announced a strategic partnership with Mercyhurst University's Center for Intelligence Research, Analysis and Training (CIRAT) to bring next-generation AI tools directly into the classroom.

As the intelligence landscape evolves, the need for transparent, explainable AI (eXAI) becomes critical. This partnership bridges the gap between traditional tradecraft and modern technology by deploying data²'s patented reView platform within CIRAT’s infrastructure.

Students in the Intelligence Studies and Computer Information Science programs will now have direct access to cutting edge decision intelligence GraphRAG technology used by government agencies and Fortune 500 companies. By training on these advanced tools, graduates will enter the workforce equipped to handle complex data challenges with the transparency and accountability essential for high-stakes operations.

Inside the announcement:

• Bridging the gap: How the partnership connects traditional intelligence with the era of eXAI-powered insights.

• Real-world readiness: Why hands-on experience with mission-critical eXAI decision intelligence technology is essential for future analysts.

• Transparent AI: The importance of equipping students with tools that maintain human oversight and explainability.