As threats become more dynamic, the Navy needs accurate information in the right hands at the right time in order to effectively achieve the mission. Technology has enabled the Navy to collect more data from disparate sources than ever before, including from a growing web of increasingly autonomous ships and aerial drones. However, in order to inform real-time decision-making in fluid situations, information needs to reach decision-makers at a...

From the creation of the Army Futures Command and advances in technology to protect soldiers and increase readiness, the Army is moving forward with modernizing what it does across combat vehicles, long-range fires, drones, and other areas to better compete across the domains of land, air, etc.. Adoption of cloud, artificial intelligence, and data analytics form the IT backbone of these modernization initiatives across weapons, personnel, and...

Defense manufacturing is being brought into the digital age through the use of emerging technologies like 3D printing, laser-scanning and artificial intelligence. The use of these technologies to design, build, and overhaul military vehicles and equipment could give troops a serious edge on the battlefield and beyond. But how are these next-generation capabilities being strategically positioned for success in the future? How are agencies ensu...

To ensure the government can continue its critical mission during unprecedented times, it’s clear that it must modernize legacy systems, accelerate cloud adoption, strengthen cybersecurity posture, automate processes, move services online and more. But how will agencies quickly and securely make these transitions, ensuring data remains protected and citizen-facing services continue being delivered? In this first event in a year-long seri...

New technology will play a vital role in future military aircraft, satellites and rockets. How are organizations planning to use these critical technologies and what challenges are standing in the way? This webcast will explore aerospace modernization and what it will take to make innovation a reality. Global Business Editor Marcus Weisgerber will sit down with experts across the military, academia and industry to discuss the technology that w...

You’re making government work in the digital age. Our annual three-day event is an opportunity for public servants, advocates, entrepreneurs, technologists, and volunteers to get together in one room and break through some of government’s biggest challenges. In 2020, we’ll be focusing on: Design + Delivery; Civic Innovation + Data; Operations + Management; and Technology + Policy. At the Code for America Summit, over a thousa...

In the last five years, the tools used in defense have evolved from a staple of science fiction to a real-world magnet for large-scale investment. That means channeling artificial intelligence, machine learning and other emerging technologies to aid the special operations community when it comes to gathering and analyzing intelligence, enhancing cyber operations and transforming tools for soldiers. Tune in to the digital edition of Genius Mac...

As the federal government shores up its systems and workforce, agencies must avoid defending against yesterday's cyber threats. New technology can make phishing attempts harder to detect and have users questioning the authenticity of data, images and information. To explore tomorrow’s technology and threats, Defense One and Nextgov are teaming up for the first-ever Cyber Summit on November 19 in Washington, DC. Join us to hear federal an...

In the last five years, the tools used in defense have evolved from a staple of science fiction to a real-world magnet for large-scale investment. In Texas, that means modernizing defense health technology in San Antonio and the ever-expanding Army Futures Command with its hub now located in Austin. The research and development starting in the south will spark technological shifts that will accelerate tomorrow’s military.Join Defense One...