Digital Government
Ball Aerospace, Loft Federal and Microsoft to Team on Space Development Agency Program
The companies are supporting the Space Development Agency’s National Defense Space Architecture Experimental Testbed program, which will begin launching satellites in 2024.
Modernization
DOD’s IT Modernization Efforts Need Data Analytics, Workforce Upskilling
The latest report from the Government Accountability underscores Defense’s ongoing need to leverage resources, personnel, and performance markers to successfully modernize its IT infrastructure.
Ideas
Artificial Intelligence and Drone Tactics Maneuver into Advanced Military Simulations
The war in Ukraine has made drones a powerful frontline weapon, more user-friendly AIs have been created, and the quality of computer graphics has also improved.
Digital Government
Apple VP Named New Director of Defense Innovation Unit
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin also announced that the Defense Innovation Unit director will report directly to him as part of a leadership “realignment.”
Digital Government
Background Investigation IT Systems Software Will Now Be Bought Through One Business
Software asset management and purchases for the IT system underpinning security clearance background investigations will be consolidated under a single commercial contractor.
Cybersecurity
DOD Launches New Site to Bolster ‘Hack the Pentagon’
The website seeks to scale the Defense Department’s bug bounty program by attracting additional white hat hackers.
Artificial Intelligence
Lawmakers, DOD Officials Note Benefits of AI to Department’s Information Networks
During a hearing on securing the Defense Department’s information networks, senators and officials described how artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities could strengthen the department’s cyber resilience.
Digital Government
Space Force Is Building a Virtual Training Ground for Space Conflict
In an interview, chief of space operations notes China’s efforts to jam and intercept orbiting satellites.
Cybersecurity
Lawmakers Warn of Cyber Threat Posed by Beijing, Moscow to Energy Sector
Enhancing collaboration and information sharing with industry partners can help mitigate threats, but concerns remain about the extent to which foreign-made equipment is embedded within the U.S. electric grid.
Digital Government
Space Partnerships are Critical for U.S. Security, Defense Official Says
At AFCEA NOVA’s Space Force IT day, Col. Ted Hanger discussed the importance of working with allies and partners in space.
Digital Government
5 Foreign Nationals Tried to Ship U.S. Military Tech to Iran, Per Justice Indictments
The Departments of Justice and Treasury have taken coordinated actions against several foreign nationals for conspiracy to export sensitive military technology.
Cybersecurity
Lawmakers Propose Civilian Cyber Reserve to Bolster DOD and DHS
The bipartisan package of two bills would address the government’s shortage of skilled cyber personnel by allowing DOD and DHS “to recruit qualified civilian cybersecurity personnel to serve in reserve capacities.”
Emerging Tech
The Army Is Putting All Its Network Efforts Under One Roof
By October, Program Executive Office Command, Control, Communications-Tactical is expected to absorb network portfolios from its sister PEO for enterprise services.
Emerging Tech
Recent Market Volatility Shows Value of Government Funding, DOD Official Says
Despite economic uncertainty, the head of the Pentagon’s office that connects promising tech companies with private capital said they will “continue to advance these technologies and support DOD operations.”
Artificial Intelligence
Don’t Expect Navy Robots In South China Sea Anytime Soon, CNO Says
Navy pursues big AI ambitions with gradual approach.
Emerging Tech
Naval Research Lab Launches First In-Space Laser Energy Experiment
The experiment will demonstrate using power beaming technology to deliver instant energy in space.
Artificial Intelligence
DIA's New China Mission Group to Track Threat Posed by AI Development
The Defense Intelligence Agency’s China Mission Group will be monitoring the country’s use of AI software and other technologies in a national security context.
Artificial Intelligence
Pentagon Requests Science & Tech Research Boost, But China Remains Ahead
Beijing funds much S&T research outside formal military channels.
Emerging Tech
Pentagon Office Tracking National Security Impact of Silicon Valley Bank Collapse
The director of the Pentagon’s office tasked with connecting relevant tech companies with private capital said in an email that the office is “monitoring national security-related impacts” stemming from the prominent startup lender’s demise.
Emerging Tech
Army Making Progress on Implementation of Online Real Estate Tool, IG Says
The U.S. Army is on track to deploy a new online application “to identify the existing inventory of space available” at select military installations as part of a pilot program.
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