IT/Networks

Pentagon seeks to rapidly build up information-warfare force

Emerging technologies play a critical role in both waging and foiling influence campaigns, according to the Defense Department's strategy.

Pentagon AI boss seeks ‘justified confidence’ to take tech into battle

Not a soldier but a data scientist, Martell headed machine-learning at companies including LinkedIn, Dropbox and Lyft before taking the job last year.

Opinion

Changing video bit rate on the fly can boost the effectivness of ISR

The video-based intelligence provided by ISR platforms is critical to the situational awareness and effective decision-making needed for mission success.

Opinion

Unmanned systems are only as capable as their networks

The current discussion on the use of drones and robotic unmanned systems tends to overlook the pressing challenges of their connectivity.

US Navy upgrading torpedoes, leveraging cloud computing for submarines

Apart from defeating torpedoes with torpedoes (yes, you read that right), the Navy is also improving its safety gear.

Navigating the Pentagon’s social media rules amid the Israel-Hamas war

While OPSEC remains a priority, the lines about what service members can and cannot post have become more blurred.

Pentagon teams with MIT on artificial intelligence, big-data education

Building trust between man and machine is a complex process, often requiring repeated exposure, according to a Government Accountability Office report.

Pentagon CIO takes 5G reins amid focus on future networking tech

The transition of the 5G portfolio coincided with the start of the government’s fiscal 2024. The move is in line with the wishes of U.S. lawmakers.

5G seen as ‘critical’ enabler for Pentagon’s simulation, VR needs

The Pentagon is pouring money into video game-like simulation and virtual reality for training, planning, logistics and maintenance purposes.

Opinion

The US just got serious about cybersecurity. Contractors aren’t ready.

In many cases, companies that hold intelligence aren’t aware of their own role in national security, the author argues.

US Army seeks industry input for overhaul of aging artillery software

"Today, we have a really robust capability to do fires," said Col. Matt Paul, "but it was not built for how we have to share data in the future."

Pentagon debuts new data and AI strategy after Biden’s executive order

The strategy joins structures recently stood up within the Pentagon to govern data and artificial intelligence.

Opinion

How US can get and stay ahead of adversaries on intelligence data

Data is playing an increasingly critical role in intelligence community operations and mission support.

Countries at UK summit vow to tackle AI’s ‘catastrophic’ risks

Harris said the world needs to start acting now to address “the full spectrum” of AI risks, not just existential threats such as massive cyberattacks.

Opinion

CISA cybersecurity plan offers possibility of real results

These objectives commit CISA to partnering with the private sector to protect America’s critical infrastructure, the author argues.

NATO eyes ‘quantum-resistant’ encryption in 5G drill

Alliance nations scramble to harden their cyber defenses against the next generation of hacking attempts powered by novel computing approaches.