Amazon Web Services is investing in generative artificial intelligence to expand its cloud infrastructure business and transform the space sector. According to Clint Crosier, AWS’ director of aerospace and satellite, advancements in mathematics, data proliferation and more affordable processing chips, are driving the adoption of cloud-based generative AI applications, SpaceNews reported. To capitalize on the […]
The Department of Defense will implement a new policy related to the Defense Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Due Diligence Program. Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks, a 2024 Wash100 awardee and a past Potomac Officers Club event speaker, signed a memorandum on the new policy to mitigate security risks in […]
The Defense Intelligence Agency has selected Workday Government Cloud to modernize its human resources operations. Workday, in partnership with reseller Groundswell, will implement its Government Cloud solution to streamline DIA’s recruitment, onboarding and talent management processes. The aim is to build a diverse, agile workforce and help DIA identify and integrate skills and expertise to […]
The U.S. Senate has confirmed Melissa Dalton as Air Force undersecretary, eight months after President Joe Biden’s nomination. In her new role, Dalton will be responsible for assisting Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall in overseeing both the Air Force and Space Force, the service said. Kendall, a 2024 Wash100 awardee, highlighted Dalton’s extensive public service, […]
NASA has appointed Rae Ann Meyer as the new deputy director of the Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama. Starting June 2, Meyer will help lead Marshall’s nearly 7,000 employees and guide the center in developing propulsion systems, launch vehicles, space systems, engineering technologies and scientific research projects, NASA said. Meyer took on the […]
The National Security Agency has released a Cybersecurity Information Sheet titled “Advancing Zero Trust Maturity Throughout the Application and Workload Pillar,” offering recommendations for organizations to secure applications and ensure continuous workload visibility within a zero trust security model. The NSA recommends a “never trust, always verify” approach for applications and workloads, highlighting a progressive […]
Dozens of additional Google Cloud services have now secured Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program High authorization, according to Leigh Palmer, vice president of Google Public Sector’s technology, strategy and delivery unit. The authorization for more than 100 additional services allows U.S. government agencies to leverage Google Cloud’s enterprise-grade capabilities in cybersecurity, analytics and artificial […]
The B-21 Raider stealth bomber is undergoing flight testing at Edwards Air Force Base, California, and remains on track to meet established timelines for deployment, the Air Force said. Andrew Hunter, Air Force’s assistant secretary for acquisition, technology and logistics, confirmed the news during a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing. Hunter, a past Potomac Officers […]
Nokia has finalized its acquisition of Fenix Group, a firm that specializes in tactical communications for the defense sector. The acquisition is expected to enhance Nokia’s defense sector portfolio by integrating Fenix’s advanced broadband tactical communications products, such as the Banshee and Talon mobile ad hoc network radios, offering a more comprehensive suite of 3rd […]
BAE Systems will develop an ocean color instrument for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Geostationary Extended Observations satellite program. The NASA-awarded contract, worth approximately $450 million, covers the development of two flight instruments with options for more units. It also includes 10 years of on-orbit operations and five years of on-orbit storage for each […]
