The Department of Defense’s artificial intelligence office has put out a call for three new opportunities for industry collaboration. The requests for proposals were posted to Tradewinds earlier this month and all center upon responsible AI usage, said Dr. Matthew Johnson, senior technical advisor at the Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office.

Dr. Johnson will also be a panelist at Potomac Officers Club’s upcoming 5th Annual AI Summit. The event is three weeks from today — March 21! Register here.

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As cyber attacks evolve and increase in frequency, the Intelligence Community is working to ensure that it is prepared to handle these threats. Cyber is one topic that may be discussed at the Potomac Officers Club’s 10th Annual Intel Summit in September 2024, where experts from both the public and private sectors will come together to share their insights on the current intelligence landscape. 

To learn more and register to attend the event, click here.

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Though venture capitalists have invested heavily into defense startups and these companies have expressed interest in pursuing more government contracts, these companies have not yet captured the attention of the Department of Defense. Defense spending trends continue to reflect a strong preference for more established contractors as in fiscal year 2023, startups only accounted for 1 percent of the $411 billion in contracts issued by the DOD.

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Chris Scott joined Cherokee Federal in 2017 as director of business development and has since ascended the ranks to his current position as vice president of defense markets. In a recent Executive Spotlight interview, Scott highlighted Cherokee Federal’s core values and explored the ways in which these beliefs intersect with talent acquisition and retention, collaboration and the pursuit of contract wins.

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Aditi Kumar is the Deputy Director of Strategy, Policy, and National Security Partnerships for the Department of Defense’s Defense Innovation Unit. She boasts decades of pioneering research and development innovation, making her one of the most credible executives to keynote the 10th Annual Defense R&D Summit.   Reserve a slot for the 10th Annual Defense […] More

Forcepoint's Global Governments and Critical Infrastructure cybersecurity business will focus on insider risk and behavior analytics and increase investment in cyber defense technologies against insider threats after being acquired by asset management firm TPG, Forcepoint G2CI CEO Sean Berg told GovInfoSecurity in a recent interview. Berg commented that the divestiture is beneficial for the firm and Forcepoint's commercial business, but the two will continue to collaborate on certain endeavors.

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For centuries, humanity has harbored a profound desire to venture into the vast expanse of space. In recent years, a number of space and mission companies have emerged, dedicated to advancing the frontiers of space exploration and developing new space technologies. These companies have been actively engaged in various initiatives, from conducting scientific research and […] More

In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, artificial intelligence (AI) emerged as a driving force revolutionizing numerous sectors. From healthcare to finance, manufacturing to transportation, AI’s potential to transform industries and unlock unprecedented possibilities is undeniable. As we delve into 2023, AI companies are gearing to push the boundaries of innovation and target industry breakthroughs that […] More

Building a trusted relationship with artificial intelligence technologies is non-negotiable for the Department of Defense as it gets serious about the hot button tool. Pentagon officials have to consider all of the intricacies of weapon systems in order to properly contend with how to integrate and build in AI features — as well as “the […] More

Building a trusted relationship with artificial intelligence technologies is non-negotiable for the Department of Defense as it gets serious about the hot button tool.AI will be the focus of a panel discussion at Potomac Officers Club’s highly anticipated Intel Summit next week. Come for this panel and stay for keynote addresses by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence’s Stacey Dixon and the Central Intelligence Agency’s Jennifer Ewbank. Register for the Sept. 21st event today! More

It’s been made clear over the past couple of years that artificial intelligence is of primary concern to the Department of Defense. In Feb. 2022, it famously stood up the Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office, which consolidated and united several disparate functions that dealt with AI and autonomy throughout the department. But in order […] More

It’s been made clear over the past couple of years that artificial intelligence is of primary concern to the Department of Defense. But advancements in the DOD happen quickly. If you want an of-the-moment update on the department’s status with new AI initiatives, Pentagon Principal Director for Trusted AI and Autonomy Kimberly Sablon will be delivering the keynote address at the Trusted AI and Autonomy Forum on Sept. 12 at Falls Church, Virginia’s 2941 Restaurant. Register today! More