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U.S Cyber Command’s Evolution Is Underwritten by Legal Authorities

U.S Cyber Command’s Evolution Is Underwritten by Legal Authorities

In its 13-year history, the nation’s cyber military has advanced to be a premier force, especially in the last three years, thanks in part to its attorneys.

Gen. Paul Nakasone, USA, commander of U.S. Cyber Command, speaking April 19 at the command's 2023 Legal Conference, noted how leverage of its legal authorities moved from understanding of national security to working with the private sector.

On Point: Q&A With Michael Weigand

On Point: Q&A With Michael Weigand

U.S. Marines with 1st Battalion, 10th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division and soldiers with the 3rd Battalion, 27th Field Artillery Regiment conduct pre-checks on M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems during exercise Scarlet Dragon in Dugway, Utah, February 2, 2023. Scarlet Dragon is a joint exercise in which the U.S. military branches test their interoperability capability with joint units. U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Emma Gray

President's Commentary: Do Cyber Warriors Need a Degree?

President's Commentary: Do Cyber Warriors Need a Degree?

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Disruptive by Design: Effective Leadership Can Be Like a Musical Performance

Disruptive by Design: Effective Leadership Can Be Like a Musical Performance

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Lawyers Essential to Integrated Deterrence in Cyberspace

Lawyers Essential to Integrated Deterrence in Cyberspace

Both domestic and international laws influence the cyber domain.

Both international and national laws influence cyber operations, and lawyers are central to integrated deterrence in the cyber domain, according to Caroline Krass, general counsel, U.S. Department of Defense. Credit: Shutterstock/posteriori

Army Capability Sets to Morph as Unified Network Emerges

Army Capability Sets to Morph as Unified Network Emerges

The service needs a new cybersecurity discussion with industry.

As the U.S. Army progresses toward a Unified Network of both enterprise and tactical capabilities, the technology capability sets will see changes, and the service will need a new dialogue with industry regarding zero trust and cybersecurity roles and responsibilities. U.S. Army photo

In Memoriam: Remembering AFCEA Committee Member Mark Emery

In Memoriam: Remembering AFCEA Committee Member Mark Emery

Mark Emery, a pioneer in the cellular communications industry and a longtime contributor to AFCEA International’s missions—especially through its committees—passed away April 3. He was buried April 17 in his hometown of Pittsburgh.

Mark Emery pioneered the integration of wireless and wired communications technology, including the early Sprint Spectrum service.

The Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability Is Breaking Barriers

The Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability Is Breaking Barriers

Having a direct relationship with cloud providers is advancing cloud offerings for joint warfighters.

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Four months since it opened for business, the Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability is pushing commercial cloud providers to supply advanced capabilities.

Cyber Diplomacy Is in High Demand

Cyber Diplomacy Is in High Demand

Former Marine takes diplomacy of emerging technologies, digital infrastructure and the cyber domain around the world.

Nathaniel Fick (second from l), ambassador at large, Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy, U.S. Department of State, speaks to reporters on April 12 during a Defense Writers Group event in Washington, D.C.

Cooperation and Technology Are Crucial for Countering China

Cooperation and Technology Are Crucial for Countering China

The secretary of the Navy announces the deployment of unmanned vessels in the Americas, stressing the importance of allies and partners.

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Global Security

Global Security

Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro and Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Mike Gilday speak during the 2023 Sea-Air-Space Exposition at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center on Tuesday. Photo: Specialist 1st Class Michael B. Zingaro, U.S. Navy.