AFCEA West: AI is America’s ‘Sputnik Moment,’ Defense Academic Says
The Naval Postgraduate School’s recent partnership with the Defense Innovation Unit formalizes NPS’ focus on fostering innovation in the school’s student body.
NPS President Ann Rondeau said last week that the school not only supports innovation, but lays the foundation for creative thinking, collaboration and finding real-world solutions to support the Defense Department.
During AFCEA West in San Diego, California, Rondeau described NPS as a hub for “warrior scholars” – experienced military, international, civilian government and industry professionals – who work together to address real challenges facing DOD. She added that the school’s curriculum is also continuously updated based on feedback, ensuring relevance and responsiveness to evolving needs like AI, quantum and other emerging technology.
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DOD Turns to Skills-Based Hiring to Build Next-Gen Cyber Workforce
Mark Gorak discusses DOD’s efforts to build a diverse cyber workforce, including skills-based hiring and partnerships with over 480 schools.
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Navy Memo Maps Tech Priorities for the Future Fight
Acting CTO’s memo outlines critical investment areas, from AI and quantum to cyber and space, as part of an accelerated modernization push.
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DOD Can No Longer Assume Superiority in Digital Warfare, Officials Warn
The DOD must make concerted efforts to address cyber vulnerabilities to maintain the tactical edge, military leaders said at HammerCon 2025.
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New NSF Program Cultivates the Future of NextG Networks
The agency’s new VINES program looks to tackle key challenges like energy efficiency and future-proofing wireless tech.
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Marine Corps Operation StormBreaker Slashes Software Delivery Timelines by 17x
New program aims to deliver critical digital capabilities to warfighters at the "speed of relevance" by overhauling traditional processes.
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Trump Orders Spark Government-Wide Acquisition Overhaul
As Trump pushes for a faster, simpler procurement system, agencies are leveraging AI and adapting strategies to meet new requirements.
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Inside Oak Ridge National Lab’s Pioneer Approach to AI
Energy Department’s Oak Ridge National Lab transforms AI vulnerabilities into strategic opportunities for national defense.
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A Look at Federal Zero Trust Transformation
Recent developments from CISA and DOD show how government is advancing zero trust quickly.
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Army Combines Commands to Propel Innovation Under New Transformation Plan
Lt. Gen. Miles Brown outlines a new transformation strategy after the AFC–TRADOC merger to integrate new technologies within 18 months.
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AI Enables Coast Guard’s Workforce to Transform Operations
The Coast Guard’s Deputy CIO Brian Campo delves into the ways AI is pushing the service to rethink its core services, workforce and operations.
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New Army Acquisition Plan Cites Autonomy, Predictive Analytics
Officials outline how the Army Transformation Initiative signals a broader shift toward efficiency with tech and acquisition reform.
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DOL Turns to Workforce Development to Maintain AI Superiority
DOL is bridging the AI skills gap through partnerships and upskilling to ensure future AI workforce readiness.
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