This discussion aims to delve into the multifaceted landscape of generative artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential impact on defense strategies. Addressing both opportunities and challenges, the discourse will cover the utilization of generative AI in areas such as autonomous systems, threat detection, and decision support. The session will also examine ethical considerations, potential vulnerabilities, existing cyber policies on speed...

The U.S. Department of Defense and the U.S. Intelligence Community must preserve our nation’s competitive advantages in highly contested environments; real-time flow of information, reliable communications, and accurate data are absolutely essential to our country’s strategic efforts. Our warfighters must succeed where stable communication links are sparse, bandwidth constraints impede data flow, cyber threats loom large, and the d...

The U.S. Department of Defense and the U.S. Intelligence Community must preserve our nation’s competitive advantages in highly contested environments; real-time flow of information, reliable communications, and accurate data are absolutely essential to our country’s strategic efforts. Our warfighters must succeed where stable communication links are sparse, bandwidth constraints impede data flow, cyber threats loom large, and the d...

AFCEA DC is pleased to bring you our 47th Annual Winter Gala, which will be hosted again at the iconic National Building Museum in Washington, D.C. The annual gala will continue to deliver safe and responsible in-person social networking, featuring timeless traditions and all-new experiences. Combining classic elegance with modern luxury, the Winter Gala brings together more than 1,000 senior leaders from the Department of Defense, Federal IT...

As the Digital World grows exponentially, so do our vulnerabilities and so must our capabilities. Leveraging Digital Twins which are continuously updated virtual models of real-world objects or other physical subjects will enable us to lead mission readiness without overextending resources or increasing risk. The past decade’s advances in GPUs, AI and software platforms are heating up Digital Twin adoption amid this higher-fidelity era....

AFCEA Washington, DC's 16th Annual Military IT Leadership Awards will recognize outstanding officers and enlisted service members across each of the services and the joint community for their significant contribution to the warfighter using information technology. This event is a salute to our information technology warfighters for their service and dedication and recognizes the contributions and sacrifices they have made in defending our nati...

Digital security threats endanger national security, with their potential to wreak havoc on critical infrastructure, supply chains, societal stability, and more. Encompassing cyberattacks and disinformation attacks, the increase in digital security threats has elevated the priority of cybersecurity across the U.S. government and for enterprises across the country. Tackling this national security threat requires the collaboration of the public...

Join AFCEA DC for an in depth dialogue with our panel of experts as they illuminate and demystify Computing at the Edge. Edge computing has a wide range of applications in the internet of things (IOT) from unmanned driving, traffic flow congestion, and real time urban traffic data processing but how can we narrow this concept to ensure we have the upper hand in the battle field. The panel will define and dig into the complexities, issues, and...

AFCEA DC is pleased to bring you our 46th Annual Winter Gala, which will be hosted again at the iconic National Building Museum in Washington, D.C. The annual gala will continue to deliver safe and responsible in-person social networking, featuring timeless traditions and all-new experiences. Combining classic elegance with modern luxury, the Winter Gala brings together more than 1,000 senior leaders from the Department of Defense, Federal IT...

In December 2020 the Secretary of Defense released a memo subject being Actions to Improve Racial and Ethnic Diversity and Inclusion in the military. Diversity and inclusion in the Department are moral imperatives - to ensure every member of the Total Force is treated with dignity and respect. Mission readiness and efficacy at strategic and tactical levels are increased when every member of the team is valued and afforded an opportunity to co...