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Digital Transformation in Defense Provided By: Hexagon
Nov 2024The modern battlefield is a rapidly evolving landscape. While digitalisation has transformed our daily lives, some defence organisations haven't kept pace. This leaves them vulnerable, as highlighted by NATO's call for urgent "digital transformation for NATO military forces." This white paper explores why digital transformation is essential for modern defence. We'll examine the limitations of traditional systems and how digital tools, data and processes can unlock significant advantages.
Standing Up to Disinformation and Its Unprecedented ThreatsProvided By: Janes
Nov 2024The enduring curse of the internet era may turn out to be the flood of misinformation and disinformation that deludes citizens, weakens institutions and creates a framework for violence. It might not be possible to stop the spread of harmful, hurtful lies, innuendoes and half-truths, but government agencies and military services can at least strive to clear out the smoke, discern the truth, educate the public and act on factual information.
DISA FY2025 Fall Contracts GuideProvided By: DISA
Oct 2024Review the Defense Information Systems Agency's (DISA) top acquisition priorities for fall FY 2025.
Navigating the Future of Cybersecurity with Artificial IntelligenceProvided By: AFCEA
Oct 2024In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, cybersecurity is no longer solely a concern for the military and private sectors; it is also critically important for civilian government agencies. As cybersecurity threats grow more sophisticated, leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) becomes essential for protecting vital civilian infrastructure and services. This white paper, developed by the AFCEA International Cyber Committee, examines the transformative role of AI in enhancing cybersecurity across all sectors in the United States, and provides a comparative analysis of AI ...
Empowering Troops, Enhancing Battlespace Awareness With Private WirelessProvided By: Nokia
Oct 2024The advent of 5G technology already enables high bandwidth data communications throughout civil society. Less recognized is that private wireless is having a significant impact on modern warfare, fundamentally changing how battles are fought. Dedicated, secure communication infrastructure can empower troops on the ground and revolutionize situational awareness through real-time data sharing, improved sensor integration and advanced augmented reality. The Department of Defense (DoD) is exploring the many ways 5G technology can be leveraged in the battlespace.
5G Technology Is Going To Transform the Department of DefenseProvided By: Ericsson
Oct 2024By the end of the decade, experts say, 5G is going to transform the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). From the rear echelon to the forward operating base, and from the back office to the front lines, there isn't a single service member anywhere in the DoD's huge global organization who won't be able to do more,and do it better, because of the revolutionary power of 5G.
Bringing U.S. Dominance to the SpectrumProvided By: Nokia
Oct 2024While the U.S. military may be the most powerful in the world, near-peer adversaries have evolved asymmetric threats to gain an advantage in a fight. One current conflict has demonstrated the need for the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to strengthen its use of the electromagnetic spectrum and radio spectrum.
The Cyber Edge October 2024Provided By: AFCEA
Oct 2024Check out the October issue of the Cyber Edge, where we dive into topics such as the National Guard, emerging technologies being tested at Idaho National Laboratory, and process improvement for cyber and information technologies.
Executive Video: Building the Data Foundation for AIProvided By: Cloudera
Oct 2024Our latest SIGNAL Media Executive Video Series, we learn from Carolyn Duby, the chief technology officer at Cloudera, about the different types of data needed to construct machine learning programs. Learn more at https://www.cloudera.com/
Robust Defense Solutions Tailored to Your Mission’s NeedsProvided By: SealingTech
Oct 2024Equipped to handle demanding tasks, SealingTech's tailored cyber fly-away kits are deployment-ready with maximum storage capability and cutting-edge technology, providing a complete mobile-mission success solution.
Cybersecurity in the Boardroom: Strategizing the Path for Cyber Professionals to Navigate Governance and Leadership RolesProvided By: AFCEA
Aug 2024The urgency of adopting recommendations to post cyber experts on boards cannot be overstated. As cyber threats continue to evolve in complexity and sophistication, the need for informed and proactive governance in cybersecurity becomes increasingly critical. This white paper, written by members of AFCEA International's Cyber Committee, serves as a call to action for both cyber professionals and corporate boards to collaborate toward a secure, resilient and strategically informed future.
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The Cyber Edge July 2024 Provided By: AFCEA
Jul 2024In 2023, the federal government invested a total of $190 billion for research and development in an array of technology areas, including national security, transportation, energy, and health and human services. That investment has grown every year to $210 billion in 2024.
Interview with Rear Adm. John Jay Vann, Commander, U.S. Coast Guard Cyber CommandProvided By: AFCEA
Jun 2024Dan Turissini, co-chair of AFCEA International's Homeland Security Committee, interviews Rear Adm. John "Jay" Vann, commander of the U.S. Coast Guard's Cyber Command, as part of Cybersecurity TV's "Thought Leader Series." Adm. Vann discusses the important potential for table-top cybersecurity exercises for U.S. ports, among an array of topics.
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The Cyber Edge April 2024Provided By: AFCEA
Apr 2024The Department of Defense's (DoD's) future in artificial intelligence (AI) will come through private companies creating models and applications, not through the department's efforts
2024 Maritime Innovation ShowcaseProvided By: AFCEA
Feb 2024As global challengers threaten U.S. interests, we must continue to maintain maritime dominance-now and well into the future. From a historical perspective, a decade is but a moment. But at this moment, this critical decade, we must prepare our maritime forces for strategic dominance for many decades to come. AFCEA International is doing its part to share information, build partnerships and find solutions in this critical domain, to include hosting this Innovation Showcase that provides companies the opportunity to demonstrate cutting-edge solutions to government represe ...
Achieving Zero-Trust Architecture: Culture Eats Strategy For BreakfastProvided By: AFCEA
Jan 2024Zero-trust architecture is often described as more of a cultural challenge than a technical one. "Never trust ... Always verify" is a profound pivot from the current mindset inside the federal government. Unfortunately, as is well documented, the public sector accepts change slowly, which is a problem in this era of rapid technological change. AFCEA's Cyber Committee tackles this topic in this white paper.
The Cyber Edge January 2024Provided By: AFCEA
Jan 2024As the threat landscape evolves, the need for investments to strengthen cyber postures and secure critical infrastructure-and support the defense industrial base (DIB)-is paramount.As a network of government, commercial and academic institutions, the DIB provides the Department of Defense (DoD) with materials and services necessary to protect national defense.
DISA's FY24 Fall Contracts GuideProvided By: DISA
Sep 2023Review the Defense Information Systems Agency's (DISA) top acquisition priorities for fall FY 2024.
Digital Transformation: A Bit More than Automation and TechnologyProvided By: AFCEA
Sep 2023Digital tools have transformed how we live, work and play. Public and private sector organizations are using high tech tools such as artificial intelligence, machine learning and cloud computing to remain competitive in the digital race for enhanced connectivity and capability. Members of AFCEA International's Cyber Committee chose this fascinating topic to explore and collect insights from successful leaders who represent the public and private sectors. In this white paper, authors reviewed their approaches, challenges, failures, lessons learned and successes on their ...
AFCEA TechNet Augusta 2023 Solutions ShowcaseProvided By: AFCEA
Sep 2023The U.S. Army Cyber Center of Excellence sought solutions to address both emerging and existing challenges. Several dozen abstracts were submitted to address the Problem Statements with the top solutions presented in the Innovation Theater at TechNet Augusta 2023.
