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Space Data Network Backbone. The program will be a pLEO satellite constellation featuring high-throughput optical data links.Articles

A Closer Look at the Space Force’s Space Data Network Backbone

The Space Data Network Backbone is envisioned to be a resilient and optically connected satellite constellation The program is designed
PAC-3. The PAC-3 MSE is one of a variety of munitions for which Army Contracting Command is issuing long-term contracts.Acquisition & Procurement

Army Contracting Command to Negotiate Munition Deals Directly With Subcontractors

Army Contracting Command, in a new effort, will soon start negotiating munition deals directly with subcontractors, a key official tells
C-sUAS. Discover the details of the Army's massive counter small unmanned aerial system, or C-sUAS, budget request in FY 2027DOD

5 Highlights From the Army’s Massive FY 2027 C-sUAS Request

The Army is requesting $994 million for C-sUAS technologies in its FY 2027 budget request The service plans to use
Daniel Akridge. The Summit 7 discussed during a GCW webinar how CMMC requirements are driving supply chain consolidation.DOD

CMMC Compliance Requirements Causing Supply Chain Consolidation, Says Summit 7

The Pentagon’s CMMC requirements are causing consolidation in the defense supply chain, according to Summit 7 analysis discussed during a
Sam Hussain. The Capgemini Government Solutions head of U.S. defense sector spoke about the new White House cyber strategy.Articles

New Cyber Strategy Shows White House Getting Serious on Enforcement, Says Capgemini Exec

The White House’s newest cyber strategy represents a shift in focus from guidance, with best practices, to strict compliance requirements.
Daryl Haegley. The USAF CROCS technical director is seeking a huge budget increaes in FY 2027 to better fight threats.Articles

What’s Driving the Air Force OT Cyber Office’s Massive FY 2027 Budget Request?

The Air Force’s operational technology cybersecurity division is seeking a 400 percent budget boost for workforce initiatives to help it
Cyber strategy. The White House’s new national cyber strategy, released in March, is a pivot to an aggressive posture.Articles

Top 5 Takeaways From the New White House Cyber Strategy

The new White House national cybersecurity strategy is a transition from an emphasis on cyber defense to a more aggressive
Kirsten Davies. The Pentagon CIO and Wash100 awardee keynoted the 2026 Digital Transformation Summit on April 22.Articles

DOW CIO Lays Out Digital Transformation Strategy

The Department of War is prioritizing a four-pillar digital transformation strategy for decision dominance, DOW CIO and Wash100 awardee Kirsten
Katherine Sutton. The DOW assistant secretary for cyber policy will give a keynote speech at the 2026 Cyber Summit on May 21Cybersecurity

DOW Assistant Secretary for Cyber Policy Katherine Sutton to Keynote 2026 Cyber Summit

Katherine Sutton, Department of War assistant secretary for cyber policy, will deliver a keynote address at the 2026 Cyber Summit
Generative AI. The DOW wants GenAi to improve users operational capabilities and decision making.Articles

How DOW’s AI Rapid Capabilities Cell Is Accelerating GenAI for Military Missions

Jonathan Elliott, Department of War director of the AI Rapid Capabilities Cell in the Chief Digital and AI Office, wants