Quentin McSwain

Strategic Opportunities Driven by the U.S. & UAE AI Campus Agreement

On May 15, 2025, President Donald Trump met with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to discuss the strategic expansion of artificial intelligence infrastructure. As a result, the two nations signed an agreement to construct the largest AI campus outside the United States, one of several AI-focused initiatives launched during President Trump’s visit to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. This landmark agreement signals an exponential increase in AI technology, driving the demand for servers and high-performance processing chips, such as those manufactured by Nvidia. While this momentum is a positive development for both the UAE economy and global AI stakeholders, it has raised serious concerns around data security and geopolitical exposure, especially given the UAE’s relative proximity to countries like China. As nations and corporations alike focus on mitigating these risks, Active Security is uniquely positioned to support this expansion. Domestically, we’ve partnered with major data center operators to design, deploy, and standardize cutting-edge security systems, earning preferred vendor status with one of the largest organizations in the industry. Now, we’re extending our reach globally. Our team is already engaging with enterprise-level data center stakeholders in the GCC region, providing guidance on best-in-class security architecture that meets or exceeds regulatory industry standards. With our proven track record and deep technical expertise, Active Security stands ready to secure the next generation of AI infrastructure, ensuring the safety of sensitive data in an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape. Learn more about the political developments here: The Guardian – Trump & UAE AI Campus Deal

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Active Security Awarded Prime Position on the US Navy SeaPort-NXG Contract

[Sterling, VA – January 31, 2025] Active Security has been awarded a prime position on the U S Navy SeaPort-NXG contract. The SeaPort-NXG is the Navy’s electronic platform for acquiring support services. It provides them with an efficient and effective means of contracting for professional support services and enhancing small business participation. The Navy Systems Commands (NAVSEA, NAVAIR, NAVWAR, NAVFAC, and NAVSUP), the Office of Naval Research (ONR), Military Sealift Command (MSC), and the United States Marine Corps(USMC) compete their service requirements amongst SeaPort-NxG’s Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) multiple award contract holders. Through the Navy’s Rolling Admissions process, which provides new industry partners the chance to join, Active Security secured a prime position during the most recent admission cycle. Our successful submission followed the release of Rolling Admissions Solicitation NumberN00178-24-R-7000 on SAM.gov on April 9, 2024. This achievement marks a significant step forward in expanding our footprint within the Department of Defense (DoD) sector. With this award, we are well-positioned to deliver cutting-edge security technology solutions that protect our nation’s most critical facilities. About Active Security Active Security is a defense contracting firm specializing in the design, implementation, and sustainment of C5ISR, physical, electronic and cyber security solutions. At Active Security we strive to provide just that – ACTIVE security. Security solutions that are smarter, faster, and more prevalent in the moment. We focus on the human aspect; the intellect and action required to leverage technologies emplaced in the name of security. (www.asc-defense.com)

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Active Security Appoints Dan Prochnow as Chief Operations Officer

[Sterling, VA – January 2, 2025] Active Security, the preeminent organization serving mission critical clientele with cutting-edge technology, implementation, and sustainment of force and asset protection solutions, is pleased to announce a significant addition to its executive team. Dan Prochnow has been appointed as the new Chief Operations Officer and will play a pivotal role in driving the company’s strategic initiatives and fostering continued growth. Dan brings over three decades of valuable experience in the security industry to Active Security. He has served in executive leadership roles at other prominent companies in the industry where he was responsible for providing strategic and tactical leadership. In his new role, Dan will be responsible for overseeing the strategic operation of our business with the goal of improving efficiency and communication across all departments. His experience of driving operational excellence will be instrumental in guiding us towards continued success and expansion. About Active Security Active Security is a defense contracting firm specializing in the design, implementation, and sustainment of C5ISR, physical, electronic and cyber security solutions. At Active Security we strive to provide just that – ACTIVE security. Security solutions that are smarter, faster, and more prevalent in the moment. We focus on the human aspect; the intellect and action required to leverage technologies emplaced in the name of security. (www.asc-defense.com)

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Active Security Announces Strategic Partnership with LVC Global Holdings

[Sterling, VA — January 1, 2025] — Active Security, a leader in defense contracting and security solutions, is proud to announce a new strategic partnership with LVC Global Holdings, an international energy, natural resources, infrastructure asset acquisition and deal-origination advisory firm. This collaboration is designed to expand market reach and drive innovation, enhancing our ability to deliver exceptional value to customers. By combining our expertise, we aim to create new market opportunities and provide cutting-edge technologies tailored to the global energy, natural resources, and infrastructure sectors. Both organizations bring a proven track record of delivering optimization services in austere and remote environments. Active Security has extensive experience implementing force and asset protection solutions for mission-critical clientele. C. Derek Campbell, Executive Chairman of LVC Global Holdings, commented on our new partnership stating, “LVC Global specializes in guiding our partners, like Active Security, toward successful entry into the international markets, particularly those spanning Africa and the Middle East. Our decades of experience and our relationships with on-ground decision-makers and project owners provide us with a broad and deep commercial and political network throughout the Emerging & Frontier Markets. This network gives LVC Global the capability to ensure our partners and clients gain market access and placement needed to meet their strategic growth objectives, all while providing them with the reputational and financial risk mitigation needed to thrive in challenging markets.” Together, we are poised to achieve our shared vision and set new standards of excellence in the industries we serve. About Active Security Active Security is a defense contracting firm specializing in the design, implementation, and sustainment of C5ISR, physical, electronic and cyber security solutions. At Active Security we strive to provide just that – ACTIVE security. Security solutions that are smarter, faster, and more prevalent in the moment. We focus on the human aspect; the intellect and action required to leverage technologies emplaced in the name of security. (www.asc-defense.com) About LVC Global Holdings LVC Global Holdings is an asset acquisition and deal origination advisory platform with over 25 years of experience optimizing and monetizing risk-mitigated opportunity flow in Energy, Infrastructure, Natural Resources, Security & Defense, and Technology across the Emerging & Frontier Markets – particularly throughout Sub-Saharan Africa and the Middle East. (www.lvc-global.com)

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