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Emerging Tech
Pentagon’s 'mobile’ nuclear microreactor will be demonstrated at Idaho National Lab
The potential, modern energy source could help power operations in austere environments down the line.
Emerging Tech
Army wants software to predict hypersonics’ weather-based survivability for joint military tests
A new sources sought notice focuses on software that informs “go/no go” weather launch decisions.
AI & Analytics
How a social worker became the Defense Logistics Agency's first chief data and analytics officer
Under her leadership the agency is ‘just starting’ to really understand what it means to apply data as a strategic asset.
Cyber
Air Force cyber lead selected to serve as Joint Staff CIO
She’ll need confirmation from the Senate to proceed.
Emerging Tech
DOD advances toward a 5G-enabled 'digital battle network' with industry collaboration
Two companies are embarking on a fresh agreement to help pave the way toward JADC2.
AI & Analytics
International space station launches AI program to test astronaut gloves
Spaceborne Computer-2 is providing insights in real-time, just months after it was delivered to the ISS, Nextgov confirmed.
Unmanned Systems
Navy targets prototypes to support human-operated and autonomous weapons and vehicles
Only certain, U.S.-based companies will be considered for collaboration.
Policy
Why Biden's proposed investment in Space object surveillance is a big deal
Space policy and technology experts weighed in on the nearly 800% increase for the Office of Space Commerce included in the FY2023 budget request.
Cloud
Pentagon’s effort to supply department-wide cloud capabilities is delayed, again
Officials say they essentially underestimated how long it would take to review plans from the four cloud service providers.
Emerging Tech
Russia’s Ukraine invasion makes DOD tech officials ask, ‘Are we postured for that kind of fight?’
Data is driving insights around this modern conflict.
Cyber
Software certification could get a little simpler under evolving DARPA project
An effort worth millions, led by GE Research, could result in an automated assurance model.
Cyber
Ukrainian cyber lead says ‘at least 4 types of malware’ in use to target critical infrastructure and humanitarian aid
An hour-long press briefing shed new light on the cybersecurity implications of this evolving conflict.
Cyber
Zoom's new security authorization might soon mean expanded use by defense components
A large number of entities were awaiting this fresh approval, a senior official confirmed.
Cyber
Navy to explore land to sea cyber defense technology in upcoming exercise
Proposals are due later this month for the event, which will unfold starting September 6.
IT Infrastructure
The Pentagon is ready to deliver on JADC2—here’s how
With the implementation plan signed, officials are embarking on the next steps of this journey toward interoperability.
Emerging Tech
Space agency could get missile-tracking satellites earlier than anticipated
A budget increase accelerates the original timeline, a senior defense official said.
Emerging Tech
IARPA project aims to identify people from drones by more than just their face
“It'll be interesting to see in a year or two from now,” according to the program manager.
IT Infrastructure
DOD awards Verizon almost $1 billion to modernize its networks
New communications equipment will soon be deployed at the Pentagon and beyond.
Cloud
Army sees results as it continues to expand its data-driven tools and cloud ecosystem
A senior official shed light on progress the branch is making in its modernization pursuits.
Emerging Tech