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## Posts
- [Learn From ICE’s Robert Thorne About the Agency’s Mission-Critical Tech Investments](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/robert-thorne-ice-tactical-wireless-comms-2026-homeland-security-summit): Hear from Robert Thorne, ICE deputy CIO, about mission-critical technology investments at the 2026 Homeland Security Summit on Nov. 10.
- [NASA Seeks Data & AI Chief](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nasa-data-ai-chief-search-genesis-mission): NASA has opened applications through Oct. 29 for a senior executive to lead its enterprise data and AI strategy and governance.
- [Khoi Nguyen Joins CISA as Chief Acquisition Executive](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/khoi-nguyen-cisa-chief-acquisition-executive-appointment): Khoi Nguyen, former J9 director at U.S. Cyber Command, has joined CISA as chief acquisition executive to lead requirements management.
- [HHS Plans Sole-Source Anthropic Claude Contract Ahead of Enterprise AI BPA](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/hhs-anthropic-claude-ai-contract): The interim award would preserve authorized access until HHS selects vendors through a planned multiple-award BPA.
- [USPTO Says AI Agents Could Cut Patent Review Times but Human Expertise Still Crucial](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/uspto-ai-agents-patent-reviews-compass): USPTO’s acting patents chief says AI agents like Compass could cut patent wait times from five years to one amid a 700K backlog.
- [Coast Guard Issues Circular to Guide Maritime Cyber Rule Compliance](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/coast-guard-maritime-cybersecurity-guidance): The circular helps MTSA-regulated vessels and facilities prepare cybersecurity plans due July 16, 2027.
- [Army Leaders Detail Terms for Industry Partnerships at Depots During AUSA Panel](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-strategic-capital-initiative-depot-partnerships-ausa-panel): Lt. Gen. Gavin Lawrence listed four lessons for Army and industry partners using commercial solutions openings at depots.
- [NASA Releases Early Timeline for ROSES-27 Research Proposals](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nasa-roses-27-research-solicitation-january-2027): The omnibus call will span about 50 program elements across astrophysics, Earth, lunar and planetary science and other research areas.
- [Space Force Defines Spaceport Infrastructure Priorities in Space Access Portfolio Document](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/space-force-future-spaceport-infrastructure): The Space Force identified range architecture, business practices and operational capabilities as priorities for future space access.
- [GAO Flags Possible 2032 Spare Gap in NOAA’s GeoXO Program](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-geoxo-weather-satellite-spare-gap-noaa): GAO said NOAA could lack a spare weather satellite for several months in 2032 if the first GeoXO satellite launches as planned.
- [DHA Opens Bidding on CDMRP Research Application Review IDIQ](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dha-cdmrp-braes-research-application-review-idiq-rfp): DHA issued an RFP for a multiple-award contract covering CDMRP application intake, compliance screening and scientific peer review.
- [Federal Agencies Issue Voluntary Guidance for AI Incident Response Training](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nist-nsa-cisa-ai-incident-response-practices): Ten voluntary practices address AI agents acting outside operator controls during frontier model training and testing.
- [DHS Orders Federal Agencies to Remove DeepSeek Products](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dhs-deepseek-removal-order-civilian-agencies-it-systems): DHS has ordered federal civilian agencies to stop acquiring DeepSeek products and remove them from IT systems or seek an exception.
- [Anduril-Built CCA Executes High-Level Commands in Air Force Test](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/f-22-yfq-44a-cca-airborne-tactical-control-test): An F-22 pilot issued high-level tactical directives to a YFQ-44A, whose autonomy software flew maneuvers and simulated combat tasks.
- [NSF Taps 49 Teams Under New VINES Program to Advance NextG Networks](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nsf-vines-nextg-wireless-49-teams): The awards span use-inspired research and adoption-ready tech, with Ericsson, Intel, Qualcomm, DHS, DOW and NIST among partners.
- [BAE Systems, DOW Reach Multiyear APKWS Production Agreement](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/bae-systems-dow-multiyear-apkws-production): Under Secretary Michael Duffey said the deal keeps APKWS production lines running at capacity and supplies forces with interceptors.
- [Counter-Drone Tech Delivery in Africa Led by Army’s SETAF-AF, G-TEAD](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-setaf-af-g-tead-counter-drone-africa-partnership): The Army’s SETAF-AF and G-TEAD have set a 2027 counter-drone event in Morocco to assess up to 15 systems across five capability areas.
- [Acting Federal CISO Michael Duffy Outlines 4 Cybersecurity Priorities](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/michael-duffy-omb-ciso-4-cybersecurity-priorities): Michael Duffy says vendors should distinguish deployable cybersecurity capabilities from technologies still in development.
- [Brookhaven Tests Superconducting AI Chip on Tokamak Data](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/brookhaven-superconducting-ai-chip-fusion-plasma): A Brookhaven-led team tested a superconducting AI chip on three fusion plasma-control tasks, with a larger version planned for 2027.
- [Why Trusted Data-Sharing Is Top of Mind for FedCiv Leaders](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/federal-civilian-trusted-data-sharing-ai-cms-nist-genesis-mission-govcon): Emerging technologies like AI are helping federal civilian agencies share trusted data at speeds never before possible.
- [DOW, DHS & DOT Establish Drone Flight Restriction Along US-Mexico Border](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-dhs-dot-drone-flight-restriction): Drone operators must check FAA notices before flying as agencies coordinate restrictions to address drone threats near the border.
- [Jon Steinbach Joins DOW as Strategic Technical Adviser to the CIO](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/jon-steinbach-named-strategic-technical-adviser-dow-cio): Former VAR Technologies CEO Jon Steinbach has joined DOW as strategic technical adviser to CIO Kirsten Davies on emerging technologies.
- [Lockheed Martin Delivers C-130J-30 Super Hercules to Navy](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/lockheed-martin-navy-c-130j-30): Northrop Grumman will integrate mission systems into the E-130J aircraft, while Collins Aerospace will supply low-frequency systems
- [NASA Brings Back Veteran Aerospace Exec Stephen Cash to Lead Marshall Space Flight Center](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nasa-stephen-cash-marshall-space-flight-center-director): The former shuttle propulsion manager and Axient executive succeeds acting Director Rae Ann Meyer, who returns to her deputy role.
- [GAO Releases 2027-2032 Strategic Plan](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-2027-2032-strategic-plan-congress-ai-fiscal-challenges): GAO has unveiled its 2027-2032 Strategic Plan, setting three goals for how it will help Congress address AI and fiscal challenges.
- [FedRAMP Seeks Input on Proposed 20x Class D Pilot Rules](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/fedramp-20x-class-d-pilot-rules-pqc-foci-input-request): FedRAMP has sought input on 20x Class D pilot rules covering post-quantum cryptography, foreign ownership and security indicators.
- [GAO Urges NIH to Assess Fraud Risks Tied to Foreign Interference in Extramural Research](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-nih-foreign-interference-fraud-risk-assessment): The watchdog has found NIH confirmed 264 disclosure violations among 697 allegations that largely relied on researcher self-reporting.
- [GAO Urges CBP, ICE to Update Body-Worn Camera Plans, Set Performance Goals](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-cbp-ice-body-worn-camera-program-recommendations): Auditors flagged stale plans, missing metrics and few office-level rules for when to record.
- [DIU Opens SWAP-USV Sprint 2 for Maritime Counter-Air Systems](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/diu-swap-usv-sprint-2-counter-air-prize-challenge): DIU has opened Sprint 2 of its SWAP-USV challenge, offering up to $40 million for unmanned surface vessels with counter-air weapons.
- [Army MICC Records $6.8B in FY 2026 Contracting Actions](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-micc-6-8b-fy-2026-contracting-small-business-otas): The Army's MICC recorded $6.8 billion in fiscal 2026 contracting actions, including $2.9 billion awarded to small businesses.
- [Coast Guard Forms Task Force for Zero Trust Implementation Across 300 Applications](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/coast-guard-task-force-zero-trust-300-apps): The Coast Guard must coordinate zero trust work across 300 ships, including technician scheduling and maintenance windows.
- [CMS to Publish Medicaid AI Fraud Pilot Results, Expand Provider Exclusions](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cms-medicaid-ai-fraud-pilot-provider-exclusions-kim-brandt): Kimberly Brandt says new HHS exclusion authority could quadruple provider suspensions as CMS reports $41.9B in fiscal 2025 savings.
- [DOE Releases Genesis Agent Skills to Support AI-Driven Scientific Research](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/doe-genesis-agent-skills-ai-research): DOE’s new GitLab catalog lets users adapt AI research workflows and contribute resources for the Genesis Mission.
- [Space Force Stands Up Special Operations Component Under USSOCOM](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/space-force-stands-up-special-operations-component-ussocom): The Space Force activated SPACEFOR-SOC as its component to U.S. Special Operations Command, with headquarters at MacDill AFB, Florida.
- [Pentagon Requests $50B Fund to Scale Autonomous Weapons Production](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/pentagon-funding-autonomous-weapons-hegseth-50-billion): The fiscal 2027 budget request includes $53.6 billion for the Drone Dominance initiative, with $16.9 billion for unmanned systems.
- [NORTHCOM’s JTF-Gold Takes On Cyber Defense Mission for Golden Dome](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/northcom-jtf-gold-golden-dome-cyber-defense): Col. Kevin Stonerook said NORTHCOM's 100-person task force is still sorting out asset management and operations center roles.
- [Zero Trust Chief Randy Resnick to Retire From DOW for Field CTO Role at IGEL](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/randy-resnick-retire-dow-igel): Resnick’s team issued DOW guidance for applying zero-trust controls to operational technology systems in November 2025.
- [Bath Iron Works Can Take On Second Destroyer If Congress Funds It, DOW Says](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/bath-iron-works-second-destroyer-congress-funding-dow): DOW certified Bath Iron Works can build a second Arleigh Burke-class destroyer if Congress funds it, citing shipyard improvements.
- [May Cheng Named Labor Department Deputy CIO for Operations and Governance](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/may-cheng-labor-department-deputy-cio-appointment): May Cheng has joined the Labor Department as deputy CIO for operations and governance, bringing two decades of federal IT experience.
- [GAO Urges Pentagon to Charter Responsible AI Council, Staff CDAO Division](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-pentagon-responsible-ai-council-cdao-workforce): GAO saw only three of 10 Responsible AI Division posts were filled as of February, with a key AI working council dormant for months.
- [SDA Launches Fourth Tranche 1 Orbital Plane With 21 Northrop-Built Satellites](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/sda-launches-fourth-tranche-1-plane-northrop-satellites): SDA’s fourth Tranche 1 launch sent 21 Northrop-built satellites to orbit to relay missile tracking and targeting data to U.S. forces.
- [Coast Guard Seeks Offers for RB-S III Response Boats](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/coast-guard-rfp-rb-s-iii-response-boats): The U.S. Coast Guard has requested industry proposals to design and build RB-S III response boats, with submissions due Nov. 13.
- [VA OKs $2.7B in Q4 FY26 Infrastructure Improvement Projects](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/va-approves-2-billion-fy26-q4-infrastructure-projects): VA has approved $2.7 billion in fourth-quarter FY 2026 infrastructure projects to maintain and upgrade its medical facilities.
- [Commerce Shifts $955M in GlobalFoundries CHIPS Award to Photonics, Advanced Packaging](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/commerce-globalfoundries-chips-award-955m-advanced-packaging): Commerce amended GlobalFoundries’ CHIPS award to redirect up to $955M to silicon photonics, silicon-germanium and advanced packaging.
- [A Pair of $50 Million+ Efforts and UAS Work: Five Significant CBP Contract Opportunities](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/customs-border-protection-cbp-contracts-cuas-oasis-mast-ils): CBP is finishing 2026 strong with a variety of critical contract opportunities for essential mission services like controlled UAS.
- [Army Realigns Acquisition Structure to Meet 2026 NDAA Mandates](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-acquisition-structure-pae-program-manager-executives): Capability portfolio executives become program manager executives under 2026 NDAA requirement for certified acquisition officials.
- [House Bill Seeks to Elevate AI, Emerging Technology Threat Oversight to Cabinet Level](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/barrett-ai-governance-emerging-threats-act-cabinet-office): H.R. 10768 would create a Senate-confirmed White House AI adviser with five deputies, mirroring the intelligence director's office.
- [Gen. Christopher LaNeve Selects Army Command for FASCOM Redesignation](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/laneve-army-futures-concepts-command-fascom-autonomy): Army Vice Chief of Staff Gen. Christopher LaNeve has selected Army Futures and Concepts Command to become FASCOM to lead autonomy work.
- [Christopher Miller Named Navy PAE for Robotic & Autonomous Systems](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/christopher-miller-navy-pae-robotic-autonomous-systems-appointment): Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao said Miller will work to cut red tape and speed robotic systems delivery to the fleet.
- [CBP Forecasts Competitive S/4HANA Transition Planning Task Order](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cbp-s4hana-transition-planning): DHS lists General Dynamics Information Technology as the incumbent for the planned CBP financial systems task order.
- [CISA’s Patrick Manley: Cryptographic Inventories Should Drive PQC Migration](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-patrick-manley-pqc-inventory-migration-plans): CISA quantum security lead Patrick Manley has said cryptographic inventories should guide agency post-quantum cryptography migrations.
- [Agencies Adapt Infrastructure, Oversight as AI Gains Autonomy](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/agencies-autonomous-ai-platforms-cost-controls-oversight): NIAID, GAO and HP leaders discussed how agencies can manage AI platforms, compute costs and oversight.
- [What’s Next in DOL’s Contract Pipeline? Digital Identity, Fraud Detection and AI](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/labor-dept-digital-identity-rfi-fraud-detection-ai-mangala-kuppa): DOL is exploring a digital workforce identity platform. Learn what it means for vendors and hear CIO Mangala Kuppa at the FedCiv Summit
- [Tim Hartman Steps Down as GovExec CEO After Fivefold Growth Run; Dan McCarthy Named Successor](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/tim-hartman-exits-govexec-dan-mccarthy-new-ceo): Tim Hartman, who grew GovExec fivefold over 12 years as CEO, moves to an advisory role as former Atheneum CEO Dan McCarthy takes over.
- [SBA, DOW Sign Agreement to Expand Capital Access for Small Defense Suppliers](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/sba-dow-agreement-small-business-defense-capital): SBA and DOW have signed an agreement to expand defense industrial base small businesses' access to loans and equity investments.
- [TSA Weighs Screening Partnership Program Changes After Gold+ Cancellation](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/tsa-screening-partnership-program-gold): TSA's Screening Partnership Program currently allows private contractors to manage security screening at 20 U.S. airports.
- [DHA Seeks Commercial Tools to Modernize Data Exchange Platform](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dha-data-exchange-platform-commercial-solutions-opening): The Defense Health Agency wants cloud-native, AI-ready upgrades for a system linking military health data with VA and other partners.
- [DOW Unveils Initiatives Under White House Science Strategy](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-white-house-science-strategy-initiatives): DOW has rolled out initiatives under the White House science strategy, covering research reform, STEM talent and innovation security.
- [GAO Urges DOW to Coordinate Military PNT Efforts Amid GPS Delays](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-dow-military-pnt-efforts-gps): GAO warned that canceling the next-generation GPS control system could affect the launch and activation of new satellites.
- [SLAC to Lead DOE Autonomous Lab Testbed Under Genesis Mission](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/slac-spire-doe-autonomous-lab-genesis-mission): Stanford, Argonne and other partners have joined a Genesis Mission-aligned testbed using AI agents and robotics to speed experiments.
- [CMS Seeks Industry Input on Fraud Defense Contracting Model](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cms-fraud-defense-contracting-model-rfi): CMS is seeking industry recommendations on restructuring fraud defense contracts to improve Medicare fraud detection and prevention.
- [DOE Awards $159M to 12 Genesis Mission Phase II Projects](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/doe-genesis-mission-phase-ii-projects): DOE-funded projects include fusion modeling, geothermal reservoir management and domestic rare-earth extraction research.
- [Steve Feinberg Issues DOW Memo on AI Classification Pilot](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/feinberg-dow-memo-ai-classification-pilot-acme): DOW Deputy Secretary Steve Feinberg has called for a pilot program using AI tools to modernize the department's classification process.
- [Sandia National Laboratories Names Rob Leland Chief AI Officer](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/sandia-rob-leland-chief-ai-officer-appointment): Rob Leland, former head of Sandia’s Nuclear Deterrence Systems Center, has been named the lab’s first chief AI officer to drive AI use.
- [Florida National Guard Tests Unmanned Systems, C2 Tools at Drone Crucible 26.3](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/florida-national-guard-drone-crucible-c2-tools-northcom): The Florida National Guard has tested unmanned systems and command-and-control tools during Drone Crucible 26.3 at Camp Blanding.
- [US & Allies’ Advisory Flags China’s Integrity Tech as Enabler of Global Critical Infrastructure Hacks](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-fbi-nsa-china-integrity-tech-critical-infrastructure-advisory): The advisory links Integrity Tech-backed actors to stealthy edge-device intrusions and urges organizations to patch exploited CVEs.
- [NSA Touts Zero Trust Model as Critical to Securing National Security OT](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nsa-guidance-zero-trust-model-operational-technology): NSA issued guidance urging defense and national security operators to apply zero trust principles to operational technology systems.
- [Jefferson Lab Names Sandia IT Veteran Anthony Fasulo as CIO](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/anthony-fasulo-jefferson-lab-cio-appointment): The former Sandia IT and cyber leader will drive business systems modernization and SI infrastructure efforts at the DOE lab.
- [War Department Commits $1.5B to Wolfspeed for Wide Bandgap Semiconductors](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-wolfspeed-loan-wide-bandgap-chips): Wolfspeed must complete due diligence and definitive agreements before the $1.5B financing can reach financial close.
- [USCIS Sets 2027 Launch Date for SAP Financial System](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/uscis-financial-system-deployment-sap-immersion-consulting): Immersion Consulting will support data migration, cleansing and conversion validation under a sole-source USCIS contract.
- [DOE, NIH and Biohub Sign Agreement to Advance Super Intelligence in Biology](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/doe-nih-biohub-super-intelligence-biology-agreement): DOE, NIH and Biohub signed an agreement to build open biological data for predictive cell models, backed by five-year investments.
- [VA Kicks Off Pilot Program for Faster Veteran Account Setup](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/va-pilot-clear-pods-veteran-account-setup): VA has launched a pilot using CLEAR pods at six medical centers to help veterans set up VA.gov accounts within minutes and access care.
- [GAO Calls on Nine Agencies to Improve IT Dashboard Risk Ratings](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-it-dashboard-cio-risk-ratings-recommendations): GAO has issued 17 recommendations after finding 24 IT investments riskier than CIO ratings showed. See which agencies were named.
- [SDA Seeks Industry Sources for PEREGRINE Sentry Capabilities](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/sda-industry-sources-peregrine-sentry): SDA seeks cloud, DevSecOps, multi-level security and digital engineering expertise for PEREGRINE Sentry.
- [US Navy Awards $743.6M in SLCM-N Prototype Agreements](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/navy-awards-slcm-n-prototype-ota-agreements): The U.S. Navy has awarded OTA agreements valued at $743.6M to advance SLCM-N flight system, missile and canister prototype development.
- [Sean Duffy Unveils 5 Proposed FAA Rules to Streamline Commercial Space Licensing](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/duffy-faa-proposed-rules-commercial-space-licensing): Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has unveiled five proposed FAA rules to streamline commercial space launch and reentry licensing.
- [DOW Task Force Names 4 Initial Laser, Microwave Systems for Drone Defense Pilot](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/jiatf-401-directed-energy-counter-drone-pilot-systems): Systems from AeroVironment, Epirus, Kord and Boeing enter an NDAA-mandated pilot as DOW plans a December shoot-off at Dugway.
- [Coast Guard Buys North Carolina Facility for Minotaur C2 Mission System Work](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/coast-guard-north-carolina-facility-minotaur-c2): The Coast Guard has bought a North Carolina site to house a lab testing Minotaur mission system updates for its aircraft and cutters.
- [Army Delivers Initial Release of TACTMIS Munitions Management System](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-tactmis-munitions-management-system): The Army's TACTMIS rollout uses Appian software and is expected to support more than 10,000 users worldwide.
- [GAO Finds Federal Agencies Not Fully Prepared for Quantum Threat to Encryption](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-federal-agencies-quantum-cryptography-readiness): GAO found none of 24 federal agencies has fully prepared to move systems to cryptography that withstands quantum computers.
- [CISA Threat Hunting Leader Bobby Thompson to Keynote 2026 Homeland Security Summit](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/thompson-cisa-keynote-2026-homeland-security-summit): Bobby Thompson, who leads CISA's threat hunting unit, will discuss industry partnerships and AI at the 2026 Homeland Security Summit.
- [Hegseth’s Memo Targets Barriers to Counter-UAS Employment](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/pete-hegseth-dow-counter-drone-memo-jiatf-401): DOW Secretary Pete Hegseth has issued a memo to cut authorization, spectrum, safety and legal review delays in counter-drone fielding.
- [Army Names Former DLA Deputy CFO Shawn Lennon as Audit Lead](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/shawn-lennon-army-audit-czar-appointment): A former DLA deputy CFO will lead Army audit efforts ahead of the DOW's FY2028 clean audit goal.
- [CBP Reaches 1 Billion Verified Traveler Identities With Facial Biometrics](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cbp-identity-verifications-facial-biometrics): CBP says facial biometrics helped identify over 600,000 overstays and more than 2,300 impostors since 2018.
- [HHS Issues Final Rules to Strengthen Healthcare Price Transparency](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/hhs-transparency-in-coverage-final-rules): HHS has finalized updated Transparency in Coverage rules to give consumers clearer healthcare pricing and coverage details before care.
- [FAA Taps 19 Companies for Drone Integration Research](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/faa-uas-baa-drone-integration-research-awards): The FAA awarded $12M for UAS research on aircraft avoidance, counter-drone sensing and air taxi tools. Discover the selected companies.
- [IRS Expands AI Use as Agency Prepares for 2027 Tax Filing Season](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/irs-ai-use-2027-tax-filing-season): The IRS handles about 5 million amended tax returns annually and plans broader AI adoption.
- [Army to Establish Futures & Autonomous Systems Command Under New Directive](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-futures-autonomous-systems-command-established): FASCOM will oversee autonomous fires, combat vehicles, reconnaissance, watercraft resupply and crewed-uncrewed teaming.
- [DOW, IQT Partner to Speed Up Commercial Tech Transition to Warfighters](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-iqt-partnership-commercial-tech-transition): DOW has partnered with In-Q-Tel and the CIA to speed up the transition of commercial technologies from startups to the warfighter.
- [FCC Removes 4 Drones From Covered List After DOW Approval](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/fcc-drones-covered-list-dow-approval): FCC clears Dronus, Matic Robots and Vivid-Hosting products after DOW national security determinations.
- [Hung Cao Names Sonny Duncan as Senior Counselor to the Navy Secretary](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/c-scott-duncan-navy-senior-counselor-appointment): C. Scott "Sonny" Duncan was named senior counselor to the Navy secretary, effective Oct. 1, Hung Cao announced.
- [DIA Issues ‘Will to Fight’ Analytic Guidance](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dia-will-to-fight-analytic-guidance-combatant-assessment): DIA has issued analytic guidance to help intelligence analysts assess combatant will to fight from peacetime to armed conflict.
- [Technology Modernization Fund Invests About $83M in 4 Federal IT Projects](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/technology-modernization-fund-83-million-four-projects): The Technology Modernization Fund invested about $83 million in the State, Agriculture and Transportation departments.
- [NRO Sends NROL-97 Mission to Orbit in Its First Space X Falcon Heavy Launch](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nrol-97-nro-spacex-falcon-heavy-rocket-launch): The mission is the first national security payload under an NSSL Phase 3 Lane 2 contract and reused boosters from a NASA launch.
- [GAO Urges OMB to Update Cybersecurity Guidance for Agencies’ Networked Devices](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-omb-iot-ot-networked-device-cybersecurity-guidance): GAO has urged OMB to update IoT and OT device cybersecurity guidance as agencies work to finish device inventories.
- [Travis Metz Named DIU Acting Director](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/diu-travis-metz-acting-director-appointment): The Defense Innovation Unit has named COO Travis Metz acting director as Owen West steps away to help launch Project Agincourt.
- [DOE Allots Up to $400M for FY 2027 Office of Science Funding Call](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/doe-office-of-science-400m-open-call-fy-2027): The annual solicitation covers seven research programs, from fusion energy sciences to nuclear physics.
- [GSA Memo Sets Data Safeguarding Rules for Contractor LLMs](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gsa-memo-llm-ai-data-safeguarding-rules): GSA has established data safeguarding rules for contractors using large language models to process government data.
- [Navy Awards Raytheon $24.4B Contract for SM-6 Production](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/raytheon-navy-standard-missile-6-contract-award): The Navy awarded Raytheon a five-year, $24.4 billion SM-6 contract with two option years.
- [NSA to Develop Post-Quantum Cryptography Resources for National Security Systems](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nsa-post-quantum-cryptography-resources): NSA has outlined quantum-resistant requirements for new commercial NSS and plans to phase out legacy systems by 2030.
- [TSA Moves to Tighten IT Access Controls Following DHS OIG Audit](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/tsa-it-access-controls-dhs-oig-audit): A DHS OIG audit found gaps in TSA privileged account reviews and offboarding. Learn how the agency responded.
- [Biometrics at the Border Is Moving Fast. Here’s What GovCons Should Watch](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/biometric-dhs-cbp-entry-exit-facial-recognition-fingerprint-iris-govcon): DHS recently took a step toward achieving a national security priority by testing an integrated biometric entry-exit system.
- [EPA’s Carter Farmer in Line to Succeed Greg Barbaccia as Federal CIO](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/epa-carter-farmer-federal-cio-pick): EPA CIO Carter Farmer has reportedly emerged as the White House's pick for federal CIO to succeed Greg Barbaccia.
- [Vice Adm. John Skillman Nominated as Vice Chief of Naval Operations](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/john-skillman-vice-chief-naval-operations): Vice Adm. John Skillman would succeed Adm. James Kilby, who has served as vice chief of naval operations since January 2024.
- [Lt. Gen. David Miller Jr. Nominated to Lead U.S. Space Command](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/david-miller-nomination-lead-us-space-command): President Donald Trump has nominated Lt. Gen. David Miller Jr. to lead U.S. Space Command.
- [Air Force Awards Boeing F-15EX Lot 7 Deal Worth $2B for 22 Aircraft](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/air-force-boeing-f15ex-lot-7-contract): The deal reportedly keeps all 22 Eagle II jets within budget despite inflation and a 2025 production disruption.
- [GSA Retires 2GIT BPA to Consolidate Federal IT Buying](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gsa-2git-bpa-federal-it-buying): The $5.5B 2GIT vehicle supported 75 companies, including 56 small businesses, since its 2019 award.
- [HHS Unveils SURPASS Program to Modernize Clinical Trials](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/hhs-surpass-arpa-h-clinical-trials-program): HHS has launched the ARPA-H SURPASS program to cut the time, cost and participants needed to evaluate drugs in clinical trials.
- [GAO Recommends Fraud Risk Training for Pentagon IT Programs](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-pentagon-it-business-programs-fraud-risk-training): GAO found seven of 18 Pentagon IT business programs reported fraud training gaps. Learn more about the watchdog's findings.
- [Trump Launches America.gov, Orders Agencies to Connect Online Services](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/trump-america-dot-gov-executive-order-federal-services-portal): An executive order directs GSA, OMB and the National Design Studio to connect high-volume agency services and Login.gov to America.gov.
- [DIU Seeks Low-Cost Unmanned ISR Systems Through $100M Prize Challenge](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/diu-uas-isr-missions-100m-prize-challenge): DIU has launched a $100 million prize challenge seeking low-cost unmanned aerial systems for land, littoral and maritime ISR missions.
- [William Mahan Tapped to Perform Duties of Navy Under Secretary](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/william-mahan-navy-under-secretary-ptdo-appointment): Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao has tapped William Mahan to perform the duties of under secretary as William Toti awaits confirmation.
- [Navy Awards $1.2B in MUSV Production Agreements to 3 Companies](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/navy-musv-production-agreements): Leidos, PAC MAR and Sea Machines will receive $15 million awards and join the Drones.mil-hosted Maritime Marketplace.
- [NNSA, JIATF-401 Sign MOU to Strengthen Counter-UAS Collaboration](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nnsa-jiatf-401-sign-counter-uas-collaboration): NNSA and JIATF-401 signed an MOU to share C-UAS data and operational insights as NNSA expands counter-drone capabilities
- [TEFCA Surpasses 1.7B Health Data Transactions as Federal Officials Shift Focus to Data Utility](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/tefca-surpasses-1-7-billion-health-data-transactions): CMS is expanding digital health tools as TEFCA surpasses 1.7B transactions, advancing interoperable and usable federal health data.
- [TIGTA Recommends IRS Improve AI Risk Management Documentation](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/tigta-irs-ai-risk-management-documentation): TIGTA found two of five high-impact IRS AI use cases lacked documented impact assessments. Learn what steps the IRS plans to take.
- [NASA Adds Two Missions in Boeing Starliner Return-to-Flight Plan](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nasa-boeing-starliner-return-to-flight-ula): An uncrewed Boeing Starliner-1 flight could launch in December, with astronauts returning on Starliner-2 by 2028 after thruster fixes.
- [Anduril Barracuda-M Meets Air Force Open-Architecture Standard](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/afrl-verifies-anduril-barracuda-m-wosa-standard): AFRL verified Anduril’s Barracuda-M family against the WOSA standard after assessing 14 weapon-system domains at its MOATEL facility.
- [Hegseth Issues Memo to Counter Foreign Threats to 2026 Elections](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/hegseth-memo-2026-election-foreign-threats-uscybercom): Pete Hegseth has signed a memo directing DOW to counter foreign threats to the 2026 elections with intelligence and cyber tools.
- [Avio USA Breaks Ground on Its First U.S. Solid Rocket Motor Facility](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/avio-usa-solid-rocket-motors-missiles-munitions-thaad-lockheed-martin-raytheon): Avio USA’s new U.S. solid rocket motor facility in Virginia is expected to add capacity for DOW munition and missile efforts.
- [Modern Skies Act Seeks $30B for Air Traffic Control & Airport Infrastructure](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/modern-skies-aviation-modernization-air-traffic-control-data): The Modern Skies Act would split $30 billion for ATC technology, aging infrastructure and transitional airport grants.
- [OIG Says SBA Advances Federal AI Governance Efforts](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/sba-oig-federal-ai-requirements-implementation): SBA has named a chief AI officer and drafted AI governance plans to meet federal AI requirements, according to an OIG report.
- [DHA Seeks Industry Input on Data Hosting, Integration for OBHAT/BHAS Program](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dha-rfi-obhat-bhas-data-hosting-integration): DHA seeks industry input on hosting and sustaining OBHAT/BHAS program data, with responses to its request for information due Oct. 26.
- [Department of War Advances Quantum Navigation & Sensing Research](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-quantum-technology-navigation-sensing-afrl-nrl): Military researchers are developing quantum navigation and sensor technologies while addressing standards and supply-chain hurdles.
- [Bipartisan Senate Bill Seeks Ban on Chinese Optical Transceivers from U.S. National Security Systems](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/senate-bill-chinese-optical-transceivers-national-security-systems): Four senators have introduced a bill barring federal purchases of Chinese-made optical transceivers for national security systems.
- [Navy Seeks Offensive, Expeditionary Cyber Capabilities for Tactical Edge Operations](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/navy-expeditionary-offensive-cyber-capabilities-tactical-edge): The Navy seeks industry tools for offensive, expeditionary cyber operations to support tactical commanders in contested environments.
- [DIU Seeks Private Capital Firms to Back Maritime Counter-Unmanned Systems Technology](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/diu-private-capital-counter-unmanned-systems-uxs): DIU requires applicants to have $100 million in capital and an average investment size of $5 million in U.S. national security firms.
- [CISA Details CVE Program Shift From Growth to Quality Era](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-cve-program-quality-era-cyber): CISA’s framework calls for transparent governance and broader participation in the global CVE ecosystem.
- [Pentagon Launches Force Agility & Streamlining Team](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/pentagon-fast-force-agility-streamlining-team-audit): DOW has launched FAST under Comptroller Jules Hurst to cut waste and bureaucracy and redirect resources to warfighting needs.
- [DOE’s Dario Gil Highlights Science Advisory Report on Quantum Roadmap](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/doe-dario-gil-quantum-computing-roadmap-report): DOE Under Secretary Dario Gil highlighted a SCAC report outlining a phased roadmap toward error-corrected quantum computing by 2028.
- [ICE Seeks Industry Input on AI, Data and Technology Strategy Capabilities](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ice-seeks-ai-data-technology-strategy-stella): ICE is seeking industry input on AI, data and technology strategy, including an agentic software factory and STELLA sustainment.
- [US Navy Launches Robotic and Autonomous Systems Warfighting Development Center](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/us-navy-launches-raswdc-robotic-autonomous-systems-warfighting-center): The Navy has launched RASWDC at Little Creek-Fort Story to speed the operational integration of unmanned systems across the fleet.
- [HHS Outlines FY 2026 Procurement Modernization Milestones](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/hhs-fy2026-procurement-modernization-milestones): HHS has outlined FY 2026 procurement milestones, including a new task force, expanded shared services and acquisition system upgrades.
- [Vice Adm. Brad Collins Takes Helm of Navy Installations Command](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/brad-collins-appointed-commander-navy-installations-command): Vice Adm. Brad Collins has succeeded Vice Adm. Scott Gray as commander of Navy Installations Command.
- [SSA Working With Federal Partners to Combat Deepfake, Other AI-Driven Fraud](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ssa-federal-partners-deepfake-ai-fraud): SSA is using specialized AI for fraud detection and generative AI for administrative tasks.
- [DHS OIG Says CISA Cannot Compel Agencies to Meet SCuBA Requirements](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dhs-oig-cisa-scuba-requirements): CISA held more than 80 outreach sessions and helped 17 agencies configure cloud security tools.
- [Senate Bill Seeks Independent Probe of Major Cyber Incidents, Critical Infrastructure Risks](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/markey-cybersecurity-ai-board-investigations-act): Sen. Markey has introduced legislation to create an independent board with subpoena power to investigate major cyber and AI incidents.
- [NASA Advances PRIMA Far-Infrared Telescope as First Probe Explorer Mission](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nasa-prima-far-infrared-telescope-probe-explorer): NASA has advanced the PRIMA far-infrared telescope to Phase B development as the first mission in its new Probe Explorers class.
- [FedCiv Agencies Are Putting AI Agents to Work. Is the Federal Workforce Ready?](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/fedciv-agencies-agentic-ai-govt-workers): Learn how FedCiv agencies such as the FDA, the VA and IRS are deploying agentic AI and building the workforce to support it.
- [Senators Introduce Bill to Ban Artificial Superintelligence](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/artificial-superintelligence-act-sanders-casar-proposed): Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Greg Casar proposed a cabinet-level Department of Artificial Intelligence to oversee frontier AI systems.
- [VA Seeks Input on Enterprise AI Support Services](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/va-enterprise-ai-support-services-rfi): VA has requested industry input on third-party services to support the rollout of its enterprise AI product.
- [DHS S&T Augurs Major Investments to Modernize Biosurveillance](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dhs-st-biosurveillance-investments-modernization): DHS S&T has made biosurveillance a top priority and plans new test sites, HSARPA hiring and AI prize challenges to modernize detection.
- [USPTO Appoints Jonathan Spencer as Chief AI Officer](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/jonathan-spencer-uspto-chief-ai-officer-appointment): The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has appointed Jonathan Spencer, a former software engineer at Waymo, as chief AI officer.
- [NSF Launches ELEGANT Program to Move Low-Dimensional Chip Tech Toward Manufacturing](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nsf-elegant-low-dimensional-semiconductor-microelectronics-boost): A new NSF program seeks to help move low-dimensional chip technologies from lab to platforms U.S. manufacturers can adopt.
- [Air & Space Forces Shift R&D Toward Smaller Cargo Reentry Capsules](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/air-space-forces-small-reentry-capsules): The Air Force requested $32.3 million and Space Force $16.5 million for the Payload Delivery System in fiscal 2027.
- [Coast Guard Forms New Program Office to Oversee Robotics & Autonomous Systems](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/coast-guard-cg-781-robotics-autonomous-systems-office): The Coast Guard has formed CG-781, a new office to manage its robotics and autonomous systems and train uncrewed systems operators.
- [Barry Tanner: Connectivity Is Key to Driving Navy’s Adoption of AI, Other Advanced Tech](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/barry-tanner-navy-connectivity-investment-ai-autonomy): Navy CIO Barry Tanner said connectivity investment is key to the Navy's adoption of AI, autonomy and other advanced technologies.
- [FBI Probes Alleged ShinyHunters Cyber Intrusion Into Employment Website](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/fbi-shinyhunters-cyber-intrusion-job-site): ShinyHunters claims it has obtained information of nearly 5,000 FBI employees, including special agents and intelligence analysts.
- [FAA Launches AI-Supported SMART Tool to Predict Airspace Congestion](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/faa-smart-ai-airspace-management-tool-launch): The FAA has launched SMART, an AI-supported tool that merges 200 data streams to predict airspace congestion and cut flight delays.
- [TIGTA Rates IRS Cybersecurity Program Not Effective for FY 2026](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/tigta-irs-cybersecurity-program-not-effective-fiscal-2026): TIGTA has rated the IRS cybersecurity program not effective for fiscal 2026, citing gaps in its identify, protect and detect functions.
- [GAO Flags Cybersecurity Weaknesses in HHS 988 Lifeline](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-cybersecurity-hhs-988-lifeline): GAO found the 988 network administrator had gaps in password and contingency controls covering nearly 220 crisis centers.
- [Fermilab Joins Microsoft Quantum Research Center as Initial Partner](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/fermilab-microsoft-quantum-research-center-qick): Fermilab has joined Microsoft Quantum’s research center to advance its open-source QICK platform for quantum research and training.
- [Eighteen Munitions Plants in the Works, Trump Tells United Nations](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/munitions-us-factories-trump-un-defense-production-act-jassm-thaad): The U.S. has 18 munitions plants under construction, with some close to completion, President Trump said at the UN.
- [NSF Opens Proposal Window for X-Labs AI for Physical Systems Topic](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nsf-x-labs-ai-physical-systems-topic-announcement): NSF has opened its X-Labs Topic seeking AI for Physical Systems proposals for robotics and sensing platforms.
- [Pentagon Establishes Homeland Defense Board](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-homeland-defense-board-formation-security-cooperation): The Department of War has established the Homeland Defense Board to advise on homeland defense and security cooperation missions.
- [DHS Sets October Deadlines for $626M Network, Cloud and Cyber Vehicle](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dhs-nccs-2-network-cloud-cyber-idiq): DHS is planning a single-award IDIQ for network, cloud and cybersecurity services, with an anticipated award in November 2026.
- [GAO: FAA Needs Stronger Defenses Against Spectrum-Based Cyber Threats](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-faa-spectrum-cybersecurity-threats): GAO said FAA needs stronger risk assessments, real-time monitoring and collaboration to address spectrum-related cybersecurity threats.
- [DHS S&T Broadens RIVR Competition for Identity Verification Technologies](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dhs-rivr-identity-verification-technology): The 2026 RIVR challenges will launch on a staggered timeline covering document validation, threat data sharing and deepfake detection.
- [True Anomaly, Northrop Grumman Secure Contracts to Develop GHOST-R GEO Reconnaissance Prototypes](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/true-anomaly-northrop-ghost-r-prototype): GHOST-R prototypes providing high-resolution space-to-space imagery are expected to transition to government-owned missions by 2029.
- [Sweta Ladwa: NHLBI Uses LinkML Schema to Address Data Format Challenges](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/sweta-ladwa-nhlbi-linkml-schema-data-format): Sweta Ladwa said NHLBI is testing a converter box using LinkML schema to address federal health research data format challenges.
- [FAR Council Seeks Comments on Proposed Rule to Overhaul FAR Parts 16, 17 & 35](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/far-council-proposed-rule-16-17-35-overhaul-rfo): The Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council has proposed a rule to revise FAR Parts 16, 17 and 35, with public comments due Oct. 19.
- [Trump to Launch ‘AI Force,’ Name AI ‘Czar’](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/trump-ai-force-czar-artificial-intelligence-oversight): President Trump has announced plans to launch an AI Force and appoint an AI czar to oversee federal artificial intelligence policy. 
- [Thomas Fu Named Office of Naval Research Leader; Hung Cao Quoted](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/thomas-fu-office-of-naval-research-chief-leadership): Dr. Thomas C. Fu has assumed leadership of the Office of Naval Research, succeeding Dr. Rachel Riley as chief of naval research.
- [All About the Smaller War Plants Commission: Inside SBA’s Transformative Defense Industrial Base Effort](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/sba-smaller-war-plants-commission-dib-dow-8a-7a-uas-space): The SBA, with its Smaller War Plants Commission effort, taps a WWII defense industrial base program to revive an arsenal of democracy.
- [Space Force SCAR Program Advances Commercial Satellite Communications Acquisition Strategy](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/space-force-scar-commercial-satellite-communications-acquisition): The SCAR program is pursuing commercial satellite communications to augment the satellite control network through multiple CSOs.
- [CISA Releases Cyber Decoy Guidance for Critical Infrastructure](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-cyber-decoy-guidance-infrastructure): CISA's new guide pairs decoy assets with zero trust models to help organizations detect intruders using living-off-the-land tactics.
- [Drone Dominance Program Selects Top Five Companies for 60,000-Drone Order](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/drone-dominance-program-drone-order): Gauntlet II required companies to deliver 120 armed drones in about five weeks for testing at Fort Carson.
- [DCSA Report Examines Foreign Attempts to Access Sensitive US Info & Tech](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dcsa-report-foreign-tech-threats-sensitive-us-info): DCSA has published a report examining foreign attempts to access sensitive U.S. information and technology within cleared industry.
- [DOE Launches $215M Quantum Genesis Q Competition to Build Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computers](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/doe-launches-quantum-genesis-q-competition): DOE has launched the Quantum Genesis Q Competition, offering up to $215 million to build fault-tolerant quantum computers for research.
- [Department of War, Lockheed Martin Agree to Scale AIM-260 JATM Production](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-lockheed-martin-aim-260-jatm-production-missile): The Pentagon's arrangement with Lockheed Martin could pave the way for future multiyear procurement of the AIM-260 air-to-air missile
- [TSA Promotes David Earle to Deputy Chief Information Officer](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/tsa-david-earle-deputy-cio): David Earle joined TSA in 2002 and has held technology leadership roles spanning IT operations and end-user services.
- [Gen. Douglas Schiess Outlines 3 Lines of Effort to Bolster Space Force Combat Power](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/douglas-schiess-space-force-guardian-priorities-acquisition): Chief of Space Operations Gen. Douglas Schiess has outlined priorities on Guardian culture, acquisition and force integration.
- [DOE Opens Competition for ORISE Management Contract](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/energy-department-orise-management-contract): DOE launched a public website for procurement documents and other updates for the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education effort.
- [Bipartisan Lawmakers Press House Leadership for Immediate Action on AI Risks](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/bipartisan-house-lawmakers-press-action-ai-risks): Bipartisan House leaders demand immediate Congressional action on AI security following autonomous agent breaches at Hugging Face.
- [Near-Unanimous House Passes Ratepayer Protection Act to Curb Data Center Energy Costs](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ratepayer-protection-act-congress-passage-data-center-costs): The House passed the Ratepayer Protection Act 417-3, shielding ratepayers from data center energy costs as the bill heads to the Senate
- [JIATF-401 Accelerates C-UAS Capabilities for USSOUTHCOM](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/jiatf-401-cuas-capabilities-ussouthcom): JIATF-401 is accelerating C-UAS capabilities for U.S. Southern Command through rapid procurements for detection, tracking and defeat.
- [Trump Signs Memo on Canadian Goods in Federal Procurement](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/trump-memo-canadian-goods-federal-procurement): President Trump has signed a memo directing OMB and USTR to identify Canadian-origin items for removal from federal procurement.
- [Maj. Gen. Christopher Povak: NRO Advances Joint Integration With Space Force, IC](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/christopher-povak-nro-joint-integration-space-force-ic): NRO Deputy Director Maj. Gen. Christopher Povak highlighted NRO's role in advancing joint space integration with Space Force and IC.
- [Coast Guard to Establish AI & Machine Learning Center at Academy](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/coast-guard-ai-machine-learning-center): The center aims to develop working Coast Guard operational prototypes within six months.
- [Coast Guard’s First MQ-9 Drones Take Shape as DHS Fleet Expands](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/coast-guard-dhs-mq-9-drones-uas): The Coast Guard's first MQ-9 drones are inching closer — here's the latest on funding, Congress' guardrails and contract status.
- [Pentagon Memo Seeks to Eliminate Industrial Base Barriers](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/war-department-memo-industrial-base-accounting-reform): Deputy Secretary of War Steve Feinberg has signed a memo directing DOW to remove industrial base accounting and audit barriers.
- [VA Seeks Health Systems Technology Integrator to Support Accountable Care Transition](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/va-health-systems-technology-integrator-rfi-community-care): VA has released an RFI seeking a health systems technology integrator to support its Veterans Accountable Care Operating Model.
- [Former NGA Executive Ronzelle Green Named USCYBERCOM Chief AI Officer](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ronzelle-green-uscybercom-chief-ai-officer-appointment): Ronzelle Green succeeds Brig. Gen. Reid Novotny as USCYBERCOM CAIO, a position created to advance the Pentagon's AI adoption efforts.
- [Air Force Creates Space Technology Portfolio Executive Role](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/air-force-space-technology-portfolio-executive): The Air Force established a space technology portfolio executive to accelerate the transition of space capabilities to warfighters.
- [OPM to Expand AI Use Following OneGov OpenAI Agreement](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/opm-ai-expand-usage-openai-onegov-agreement): More than 70 percent of OPM personnel already use large language models, with the agency maintaining access to four AI tools.
- [CISA, NIST Offer Guidelines to Help Agencies, CSPs Protect Identity Tokens](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-nist-cloud-identity-token-theft-guidelines): CISA and NIST have issued a report offering guidelines to help agencies and CSPs protect identity tokens from forgery and theft.
- [CISA Seeks CIO to Lead Cybersecurity, IT & Communications Operations](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-cio-job-posting-cyber-tech-operations): The CIO would oversee CISA's technology operations supporting cybersecurity, infrastructure security and emergency communications.
- [White House Sends Navy Nominations of Hung Cao, William Toti, Richard Breckenridge to Senate](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/white-house-cao-toti-breckenridge-navy-nominations): President Trump has officially nominated Hung Cao, William Toti and Richard Breckenridge for senior Navy posts.
- [Troy Meink Details Air Force’s Continued Shift Toward Crewed-Uncrewed Force Design](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/troy-meink-air-force-crewed-uncrewed-force-design-shift): Air Force Secretary Troy Meink discussed the continued shift toward a mix of manned and uncrewed systems, including CCAs and MMA.
- [Boeing Secures $562M Navy Contract for First MQ-25A Stingray Production Lot](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/boeing-562m-navy-mq-25a-stingray-production-lot): Boeing has secured a $562 million Navy contract for the first MQ-25A Stingray production lot, with deliveries set to begin in 2029.
- [GAO Releases Draft Guide for Testing & Evaluating Commercial Products Before Purchase](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-draft-guide-cots-testing-evaluation): GAO said the draft guide is intended to help agencies in planning, executing and reporting testing, and evaluating results.
- [NSF Introduces $20M Pilot to Close Deep-Tech Commercialization Gap](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nsf-pilot-20m-close-deep-tech-commercialization-gap): NSF is investing $20 million in a two-year UCF-led pilot to help small businesses commercialize deep technologies.
- [Former HHS ASPR CIO Dennis Papula Joins Labor Department as Deputy CIO](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dennis-papula-labor-dept-deputy-cio-appointment): Dennis Papula has joined the Labor Department as deputy CIO for Mission Support, overseeing its business applications portfolio.
- [Army Needs More Training on AI During ‘Messy’ Period, G-2 CAIO Says](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/mario-roberts-army-intelligence-ai-workforce): The Army wants to accelerate AI adoption, but workforce skills gaps remain, said Mario Roberts, Army Intelligence’s AI chief.
- [NASA Seeks States to Host US Space Academy](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nasa-space-academy-rfi-isaacman): NASA intends to begin construction of the U.S. Space Academy in 2027 and complete the permanent site by 2031.
- [Army Issues DOW Drone Marketplace Solicitation to Drive Industry Competition](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-dow-drone-marketplace-commercial-solutions-opening): The U.S. Army has issued a solicitation for the DOW Drone Marketplace, pivoting to a free-market, continuous-competition model.
- [NOAA Selects 14 Companies for Space-Based Environmental Monitoring IDIQ](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/noaa-14-companies-sbem-contract-award-protech-2): NOAA has selected 14 companies for its SBEM IDIQ contract under ProTech 2.0 to supply commercial satellite data for forecasting.
- [CMS Establishes Health Technology Office to Support Digital Modernization](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cms-office-health-technology-products-establishment): Amy Gleason will lead the new OHTP, which supports modernizing existing technology and building new digital product.
- [SBA Releases Guidance to Fast-Track 8(a) Applicants in Defense-Critical Industries](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/sba-guidance-prioritizes-defense-critical-8a-firms): The SBA has issued guidance prioritizing 8(a) application processing for small businesses in defense-critical manufacturing industries.
- [DHS S&T Opens AI Prize Challenge to Detect Biological Threats](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dhs-st-ai-prize-challenge-biothreat-detection): DHS S&T has opened an AI prize challenge inviting innovators to develop algorithms that detect and identify biological threats.
- [GSA, OpenAI Reach OneGov Deal for Discounted ChatGPT Access](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gsa-openai-onegov-agreement-chatgpt): GSA reached a 27-month agreement with OpenAI that will provide gov't agencies discounted, consumption-based access to ChatGPT models.
- [Department of War Seeks AI Tools to Track Space & Missile Threats](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-ai-tools-space-missile-threats): The War Department seeks proposed architectures that support classified data, CUI and multi-partner access controls.
- [Cameron Stanley: Pentagon Finding More Uses for Maven Smart System](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cameron-stanley-maven-smart-system-pentagon-ai): DOW CDAO Cameron Stanley said Maven Smart System now supports logistics, readiness and budgeting functions across the Pentagon.
- [Army Research Lab Demos AI, Autonomy and Robotics for Soldier-Autonomous Teaming](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-research-lab-ai-autonomy-robotics-soldier-teaming): Army Research Lab showcased advances in AI, autonomy and robotics designed to improve soldier-robot teaming and operational efficiency.
- [CISA Issues Updated Insider Threat Mitigation Guide](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-updated-insider-threat-mitigation-guide): CISA has issued its updated Insider Threat Mitigation Guide with new case studies and insights to address physical and cyberthreats.
- [SBA Receives Massive Response to Proposed Size Standard Overhaul](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/sba-new-small-business-size-standards-naics-541511): The Small Business Administration has received an enormous level of response to its proposed new business size standards.
- [DHS OIG Finds Deficiencies in CBP’s IT Access Control](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dhs-oig-deficiencies-cbp-it-access-control): DHS OIG auditors found that 76,000 CBP network users could access a highly privileged service account.
- [President Trump Orders Faster Military Record-Sharing Between DOW & VA](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/military-records-sharing-trump-exec-order-dow-va): DOW and VA must establish ongoing personnel and medical records sharing systems within 180 days.
- [DOW CIO Issues Instruction to Accelerate Mission Software](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-cio-accelerated-mission-software-instruction): DOW CIO Kirsten Davies issued an instruction establishing a department-wide policy to accelerate, secure and manage mission software.
- [Jared Seehafer Named FDA Deputy Commissioner for Technology & AI](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/jared-seehafer-fda-deputy-commissioner-technology-ai): Jared Seehafer, most recently a senior adviser at FDA, has been named the agency's first deputy commissioner for technology and AI.
- [DOW Selects NWS Crane for First Navy Shore-Based Microreactor Deployment](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-selects-nws-crane-navy-first-shore-based-microreactor): The Department of War has slated Naval Weapons Station Crane for the Navy's first shore-based nuclear microreactor.
- [FBI Releases Four-Pillar Cyber Strategy](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/fbi-releases-cyber-strategy-four-pillars): The FBI has issued a cyber strategy outlining pillars on disrupting adversaries, boosting partnerships and building cyber capabilities.
- [FBI National Security Branch Ops Director Matt Fodor to Keynote 2026 Intel Summit](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/matthew-fodor-fbi-2026-intel-summit-keynote-counterterrorism): Fodor, National Security Branch operations director, has experience in counterterrorism that he'll bring to his GovCon event keynote
- [DHA Leverages Medical Planning, Trauma Data to Prepare for Future Battlefield](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dha-joint-medical-planning-trauma-warfighter-health): DHA is leveraging medical planning, trauma data and a planned Joint Warfighter Health System to strengthen battlefield readiness.
- [DAF Advances AI, C2 Modernization in Latest DASH Experiment](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/daf-dash-experiment-ai-c2-modernization): The Air Force Dept has advanced the use of AI and command-and-control modernization in its latest DASH human-machine teaming experiment
- [TMF Names 4 New Members to Board](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/tmf-4-board-members-appointment): The Technology Modernization Fund has named four new members to its board, including officials from EPA, DOJ, GSA and OMB.
- [SSC Completes Critical Design Review for Epoch 2 Missile Warning Satellites](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ssc-completes-critical-design-review-epoch-2-missile-warning-satellites): The SSC has completed critical design review for two Epoch 2 missile warning satellite orbital planes with BAE Space & Mission Systems.
- [NSA, FBI & CISA Issue Advisory on China-Based AI Distillation Campaigns](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nsa-fbi-cisa-warn-china-ai-distillation-attacks): NSA, FBI and CISA have warned that China-based AI firms are running industrial-scale distillation attacks on U.S. frontier AI models.
- [Panel Highlights Small Business Contracting Tips at Navy Gold Coast](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-office-small-business-programs-navy-gold-coast-contract-strategies): Army's Pamela Callicutt joined Pentagon small business leaders at Navy Gold Coast to discuss federal contracting strategies.
- [A $14 Billion IDIQ and ICAM: Inside Intelligence Contract Opportunities](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/intelligence-community-contracts-icam-cyber-geoint-comet-iarpa-bigst): It’s a great time for GovCons to pursue intelligence work as the IC has both full and open competitions and big budget procurements.
- [Jack Albright Named DOT Acting Chief Digital & Information Officer](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dot-jack-albright-acting-cdio-appointment): The Department of Transportation has appointed Deputy CIO Jack Albright as acting chief digital and information officer.
- [Navy Issues RFI for Carrier-Based Collaborative Combat Aircraft Prototypes](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/navy-cca-increment-1-rfi-carrier-prototype): NAVAIR has issued an RFI seeking industry capability statements for the Navy's Collaborative Combat Aircraft Increment 1 prototypes.
- [NGA Posts Synopsis for Draft HRM II Human Resources Support RFP](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nga-hrm-ii-human-resource-management-draft-rfp-synopsis): The NGA has posted a synopsis previewing its draft Human Resource Management II support services RFP.
- [Contractors Seek DCSA Metrics on Continuous Vetting](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dcsa-continuous-vetting-metrics): DCSA is gathering additional information on how continuous vetting alerts are managed and resolved after complaints from GovCons.
- [DOW, NIH Ink Agreement to Advance Medical Countermeasures Development](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-nih-agreement-medical-countermeasures-cbrn-pandemic): DOW and NIH have signed an agreement to advance medical countermeasures against CBRN threats and emerging infectious diseases.
- [DIU MagNav Quantum System Completes GPS-Free Flight Test](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/diu-magnav-quantum-system-flight-test): Honeywell Aerospace was selected to develop a MagNav prototype after 72 companies applied through a DIU commercial solutions opening.
- [CISA, International Partners Issue Guidance on Outage Communications](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-fbi-international-partners-guidance-outage-communications): CISA, FBI and international cyber agencies have issued guidance to help service providers communicate during IT and OT outages.
- [GAO: DHS Unlikely to Fully Realize $10.5B in Projected Contract Savings](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-dhs-contract-cancellations-10-5b-savings): GAO has found DHS is unlikely to fully realize the $10.5 billion in savings it projected from 2025 contract terminations.
- [Pentagon Unveils Secure Space Network](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/pentagon-unveils-secure-space-network): DOW has launched the Secure Space Network to expand access to classified defense work through mobile secure facilities.
- [CMS Shifts AI Strategy From Usage Metrics to Results, CIO Says](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cms-artificial-intelligence-adoption-outcomes-newbold): The agency previously focused on artificial intelligence usage among its workforce, but are pivoting to an outcome metric focus.
- [Air Force Officials Warn AI Is Compressing Cyberattack Timelines to Minutes](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/air-forces-cyber-frontier-ai-cyberattacks-hensley): Lt. Gen. Thomas Hensley, commander of Air Forces Cyber, discussed how frontier AI is easing access to hacking capabilities.
- [CISA, G7 Urge Organizations to Begin Post-Quantum Cryptography Migration](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-g7-post-quantum-cryptography-action): CISA and the G7 urged governments and organizations to begin transitioning to post-quantum cryptography as quantum threats emerge.
- [Navy Completes Cloud Migration to Advance MyNavy HR Modernization](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/navy-millington-data-center-cloud-migration-thetis): The Navy has completed migrating personnel records from its Millington Data Center to a secure cloud environment.
- [NSA Issues Cyber Hygiene Guidance for AI-Enhanced Threats](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nsa-cyber-hygiene-guidance-ai-threats): NSA cites unpatched systems, default configurations and weak monitoring as cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
- [Foundry School to Address Skilled Worker Gap in US Manufacturing](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/foundry-school-manufacturing-worker-gap): The Foundry School will hold 17 sessions at Stanford University and seven other schools.
- [4 Ways the IARPA Solutions Marketplace Is Poised to Transform Acquisition](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/iarpa-solutions-marketplace-cyber-ai-security-data-poisoning-detection): The IARPA Solutions Marketplace has a simple, but challenging, goal: truly simplify and accelerate emerging technology acquisition.
- [ICE Surpasses Record Monthly Arrests in August](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ice-arrests-august-2026-record): U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement made 50,925 arrests in Aug. 2026, surpassing the record set the previous month.
- [ICE Names Rob Thorne Deputy Chief Information Officer](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/rob-thorne-ice-deputy-cio-appointment): Rob Thorne held federal cybersecurity leadership roles at Hewlett Packard, Knowledge Consulting Group and Electronic Data Systems.
- [Dan Driscoll Issues Army Directive on Modular System Interfaces](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dan-driscoll-army-directive-modular-system-interfaces): Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has issued a directive requiring modular, standards-based system interfaces across acquisition programs.
- [DHS Tests Facial Biometrics for Pedestrian Border Exit](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dhs-facial-biometrics-testing-pedestrian-border-exit): The DHS Science and Technology Directorate has tested facial biometric technology with CBP to verify pedestrian border exits in Texas.
- [DIA Seeks Industry Input on Enterprise ICAM Modernization](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dia-rfi-icam-active-directory-modernization): The Defense Intelligence Agency is planning a three-tiered model encompassing services from program management to lifecycle support.
- [Army Assesses Tethered UAS for Persistent Reconnaissance and Communications](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-maneuver-battle-lab-tethered-drones-te-uas): The Army's Maneuver Battle Lab has assessed tethered drones to give units persistent reconnaissance and communications.
- [Brookhaven Lab Partners With PsiQuantum on Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computing Research](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/brookhaven-national-lab-psiquantum-construct): Brookhaven National Laboratory scientists will use PsiQuantum's Construct platform to develop quantum computing algorithms.
- [How NRO, NGA & Space Force Finally Settled Their Commercial ISR Dispute](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/commercial-isr-nro-nsa-space-force-tacsrt): Commercial ISR is critical to national security, but unclear agency boundaries triggered a dispute between NRO, NGA and Space Force.
- [House OKs Stopgap Bill to Fund Government Through Dec. 11](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/house-stopgap-bill-government-funding-dec-11): The House voted 370-48 on Tuesday to pass a stopgap bill funding the government through Dec. 11, sending the bill to the White House.
- [ICE to Award Contract to Process Voter Data for Fraud Detection Push](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ice-voter-data-analysis-contract-award): The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is reportedly planning to award between $2 million to $5 million to the contract awardee.
- [Brookhaven National Laboratory to Head DOE Initiative for Grid-Focused AI Model](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/brookhaven-national-laboratory-electric-grid-ai-model): Brookhaven National Laboratory will lead more than 150 organizations that will contribute to the grid simulation model.
- [National Science Foundation Creates Operations Center for AI Research Resource](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nsf-national-ai-research-resource-center): The NSF NAIRR operations center will be jointly operated by UC San Diego and UT Austin.
- [GAO Urges VA to Address Remaining EHR Modernization Recommendations](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-va-ehr-modernization-recommendations-status): GAO found VA fully implemented four of 18 EHR recommendations, including resolving test findings and setting performance targets.
- [Army Examines Future Battlefield Sensing During Focused Excursion 26-3](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-battlefield-sensing-focused-excursion-26-3): The FFCD’s third Focused Excursion event explored interconnected sensing networks for contested environments.
- [SBA Deputy Administrator to Discuss Small Business GovCon Opportunities at 2026 FedCiv Summit](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/bill-briggs-sba-fedciv-summit-ai-sdvosb-cyber-8a-govcon): Briggs will discuss small business capital access and AI/technology modernization at the GovCon-focused 2026 FedCiv Summit on Oct. 29.
- [War Department Adds OpenAI, Starshield AI Tools to GenAI.mil](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/war-dept-openai-starshieldai-genaimil-chatgpt-mil-grok-for-gov): Both ChatGPT Mil and Grok for Government received Impact Level 5 accreditation for controlled unclassified information.
- [DOW Seeks Industry Input on Software-Based Post-Quantum Encryption](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-software-post-quantum-encryption): The encryption technology must deploy without needing hardware changes, such as replacing or modifying radios and cryptographic cards.
- [DOW Signs Deals With General Dynamics, Lockheed to Boost PAC-3, THAAD Production](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-general-dynamics-lockheed-pac3-thaad-production): DOW has signed seven-year agreements with General Dynamics and Lockheed Martin to boost PAC-3 and THAAD production.
- [Coast Guard Launches Office to Advance Maritime Cyber Policy](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/coast-guard-maritime-cybersecurity-policy-office-launch): The Coast Guard has established CG-MCP to develop domestic policy and align international maritime cybersecurity standards.
- [Defense Leaders Race to Turn Data Surge Into Faster Intelligence Amid Autonomy Push](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/defense-automation-data-actionable-intel-dia-usaf-diw-army): Intel leaders from the U.S. Army, Air Force, DIA and more shared thoughts on harnessing AI to process and act on data.
- [USAF: MH-139 Grey Wolf Helicopter Achieves Initial Operational Capability](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/usaf-mh-139-grey-wolf-initial-operational-capability): The Air Force Global Strike Command led the testing of the helicopter for initial operational capability.
- [FAA Launches BEYOND Phase 2 to Expand Drone Integration](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/faa-beyond-phase-2-drone-integration-expansion): The FAA has launched Phase 2 of its BEYOND program, doubling participants to expand drone integration nationwide.
- [Army Moves Enterprise Cloud Management Activity Under ARCYBER](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-enterprise-cloud-management-arcyber-realignment): The U.S. Army has reassigned its Enterprise Cloud Management Agency to Army Cyber Command under a new general order.
- [NASA Launches Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope to Probe Dark Energy & Exoplanets](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nasa-nancy-grace-roman-space-telescope): NASA’s Roman Space Telescope is designed to investigate dark matter, dark energy and exoplanets.
- [Karen Evans Takes on Anti-Fraud Task Force Chief Role at DHS](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/karen-evans-dhs-anti-fraud-task-force-appointment): Evans was previously assigned to senior posts at DHS sub-agencies, including the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency.
- [OMB Issues Draft Memo Mandating Login.gov Use Across Agencies](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/omb-draft-memo-logingov-use-mandate): OMB has drafted a memo requiring federal agencies to adopt Login.gov for most public-facing websites that require authentication.
- [Executive Order Creates Commission to Establish US Space Academy](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/executive-order-commission-us-space-academy): President Trump has signed an executive order creating a commission to develop plans for the NASA-led U.S. Space Academy.
- [Lt. Gen. Paul Stanton Calls for Standardized Joint Force Networks](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/paul-stanton-disa-standardized-networks): DISA Director Paul Stanton said network operations should be treated as a warfighting function rather than administrative IT work.
- [NRO Urges Industry to Prioritize Scalable, Agile Innovation](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nro-william-adkins-data-architecture-commercial-industry): NRO Principal Deputy Director William Adkins discussed the agency's challenges in managing its growing data architecture.
- [GAO Finds DOW Officials Face Barriers to Using Commercial Space Data](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-dow-commercial-space-data-ussf): The U.S. Space Force spent $76.8 million on commercial space data and services through the Global Data Marketplace.
- [GAO Urges DOE to Address Nuclear Cleanup Contractor Oversight Recommendations](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-doe-contractor-assurance-systems-cleanup-oversight): GAO has found DOE lacks clear criteria to evaluate contractor oversight at Hanford, Idaho and Los Alamos nuclear cleanup sites.
- [GAO OIG Flags Documentation, Cost Tracking Gaps in IT Modernization](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-oig-flags-documentation-cost-tracking-gaps-in-it-modernization): The department's inspector general office found GAO’s cost-tracking system made some initiative costs difficult to identify.
- [Kyle Schutt to Serve as Acting DHS Chief Information Officer](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/kyle-schutt-dhs-acting-cio-appointment): Kyle Schutt has was a member of the DOGE team since its inception and served as chief technology officer for fundraising platform Revv.
- [CMS Launches QualTech Event](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cms-qualtech-healthcare-quality-tech-event): CMS has launched QualTech, an industry event seeking technology solutions to address healthcare quality and patient safety priorities.
- [US Army Moves to Commercial-First Model for Software Acquisition](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/us-army-commercial-software-acquisition-memo-driscoll): The military branch is changing its approach to speed up the fielding of software systems.
- [NSA Deputy Director Tim Kosiba Details Agency’s Push for Access to Commercial AI Models](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/tim-kosiba-nsa-commercial-ai-models): National Security Agency Deputy Director Tim Kosiba said that the approach aligns with a White House directive on AI adoption.
- [Marine Corps Issues Ground Combat Element 2040 Framework](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/usmc-ground-combat-element-2040-framework): USMC has issued its GCE 2040 framework outlining priorities to build a modular, tech-enabled force for contested littoral terrain.
- [OPM Urges Federal Agencies to Advance AI Use in Hiring Process](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/opm-ai-use-federal-hiring): OPM has issued new guidance encouraging federal agencies to expand AI use across the hiring process to improve efficiency and quality.
- [Bart Lounsbury Named General Counsel of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/bart-lounsbury-llnl-general-counsel-appointment): Bart Lounsbury has been named general counsel of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, effective Aug. 23, LLNL said.
- [Fentanyl Free America & How DEA Intelligence Powers Fight Against Illegal Narcotics](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dea-fentanyl-free-america-intelligence-narcotics): The Drug Enforcement Administration credits the achievements of Fentanyl Free America to stronger law enforcement and intelligence.
- [Navy Seeks Prototype Proposals to Support Defense Industrial Base](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/navy-prototype-defense-industrial-base): Navy DIB priorities include private capital engagement, contested logistics, data management and analytics
- [Sonu Shankar Named DOW Principal Deputy CIO](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/sonu-shankar-dow-principal-deputy-cio): Sonu Shankar, former president and COO of Phosphorus Cybersecurity, has been named principal deputy CIO at the Department of War.
- [FCC Solicits Public Input on Spectrum Access for Space Launch Operations](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/fcc-public-notice-spectrum-space-launch): The public notice includes questions on the amount of spectrum required for space launch and reentry.
- [FBI, Other Agencies Issue Joint Warning on China-Linked QTFY Hacking Group](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/fbi-nsa-doj-qtfy-hackers): The actions taken by the FBI aimed to mitigate the operations by QTFY, a hacking operation linked to the Chinese government.
- [NOAA Taps Muon Space, Weather Stream & Spire Global for Microwave Sounder Program](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/noaa-muon-space-weather-stream-spire-global): NOAA selected Muon Space, Weather Stream and Spire Global for the Temperature and Moisture Advanced Technology Evolution project.
- [Army Awards $2.2B to 5 Vendors for Janus Nuclear Microreactors](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-janus-nuclear-microreactors): The Army is targeting September 2028 for the first nuclear reactor to become operational.
- [SBA, DOW Launch Commission to Expand Support to Small Defense Firms](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/sba-dow-smaller-war-plants-commission): SBA and DOW have created the Smaller War Plants Commission to strengthen the defense industrial base and support small manufacturers.
- [Treasury’s Sam Corcos Takes On 3 GSA Roles](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/treasury-sam-corcos-gsa-acting-roles-tts-fas): Treasury CIO Sam Corcos has taken on three acting roles at GSA, including leading Technology Transformation Services.
- [DOJ Launches National Center to Detect Multi-Agency Fraud Schemes](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/doj-national-fraud-detection-center): The National Fraud Detection Center is backed by agencies including the FBI and Homeland Security Investigations.
- [CISA Rolls Out Red Team Advisory to Sharpen Cyber Defense Practices Across Critical Infrastructure](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-red-team-assessment-critical-infrastructure): The agency assessed two critical infrastructure agencies and found that one of them failed to detect and quarantine a cyber threat.
- [NSA Issues New Guidance to Address ASIC Security Threats](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nsa-guidance-asic-security-threats): NSA released ASIC Best Practices Threat Catalog and Application-Specific Integrated Circuit Level of Assurance 1 Best Practices.
- [Project Overmatch’s New Boss Brings a Fast-Follower Philosophy to Capability Delivery](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/craig-clarkson-project-overmatch-navy-c2-dynamis): Col. Craig Clarkson took over Project Overmatch in June. See what his Dynamis track record signals — live at the 2026 Navy Summit.
- [Andrew Magliochetti Named Navy Deputy Assistant Secretary for DIB](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/andrew-magliochetti-navy-deputy-assistant-secretary-dib-appointment): Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao has appointed Andrew Magliochetti to lead the service's defense industrial base revitalization efforts.
- [VA Seeks Industry Input on Potential LEAF Software Recompete](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/va-industry-input-leaf-recompete): VA’s LEAF software supports travel approvals, staffing requests and other business processes at medical centers and program offices.
- [US Army Partners With FedEx Dataworks on Sweeping Logistics Modernization Effort](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/us-army-fedex-dataworks-strategic-capital-initiative): The effort is part of the Strategic Capital Initiative and will begin with the analysis of the Army's current processes.
- [NIST Seeks Feedback on Draft Multicloud Architecture Challenges Report](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nist-multicloud-architecture-report-comment-request): NIST has started seeking comments on a draft report about security and compliance challenges associated with multicloud architectures.
- [DOE, SBA Partner to Direct Private Capital Toward Small Business Energy Innovation](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/doe-sba-small-business-investment-company-energy): The Small Business Investment Company-Energy Initiative aims to find private capital for small firms focused on energy production.
- [Navy Advances 3D Printing Standards to Accelerate Submarine Production](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/navy-additive-manufacturing-3d-printing-submarine-production): The Navy issued additive manufacturing standards to accelerate 3D printing of metal components across the submarine enterprise.
- [TSA Unveils Horizon 25 Strategy for Transportation Security](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/tsa-horizon-25-strategy-transportation-security): TSA’s Horizon 25 Strategy will advance PreCheck and expand efforts to counter unmanned aircraft system threats.
- [3 Aircraft Carrier Technologies Pushed to the Brink by Long Deployments](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/navy-aircraft-carriers-uss-abraham-lincoln-cvn-79-nuclear-c2-link16): Aircraft carriers are complex weapon systems. An extended deployment by the USS Abraham Lincoln pushed its systems to the brink.
- [GAO Offers Recommendations for Army’s Battlefield Network Modernization Effort](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-army-ngc2-battlefield-network-recommendations): GAO has recommended that the Army develop a detailed NGC2 fielding schedule and long-term cost estimate.
- [Sanjay Parthasarathy to Succeed Col. Alexander Rasmussen as Space Development Agency Chief Capability Officer](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/sanjay-parthasarathy-space-development-agency-cco): Parthasarathy joined the Space Development Agency in 2024 and previously worked for companies including Leidos and Booz Allen Hamilton.
- [SSC, SpaceWERX Back 11 Firms With Latest Round of STRATFI Funding](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/2026-strategic-funding-increase-initiative-spacewerx): The Strategic Funding Increase initiative combines funding from government program offices, SpaceWERX and private investment.
- [FAA Seeks Input on New Spaceports, Launch Airspace Corridors](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/faa-new-spaceports-airspace-corridors): The FAA expects annual launches and reentries to reach 10,000 over the next decade.
- [Army Veteran Nicole Perry Takes Helm of Navy’s Office of Small Business Programs](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nicole-perry-navy-osbp-director-appointment): Nicole Perry will succeed Andrew Magliochetti as the Office of Small Business Program’s top leader.
- [NIST Releases Draft Guide for AI-Assisted Cybersecurity Framework Analysis](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nist-draft-ai-guide-csf-analysis-reporting): NIST has released a draft guide showing how AI can support Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 analysis, profiles and risk governance.
- [CISA Issues Logging Reference Architecture](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-logging-reference-architecture): CISA has released the Logging Reference Architecture to help federal agencies build logging and network visibility capabilities.
- [SBA Unveils Sweeping Size Standard Reforms to Ease Small Business Classification](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/small-business-administration-business-size-proposal): The proposal would add over 110,000 companies to the group of small businesses in the U.S.
- [Defense Innovation Unit Unveils Bridge Program](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/diu-owen-west-bridge-program-sarah-pearson): DIU has launched the Bridge Program, led by Sarah Pearson, to speed up military adoption of commercial technology.
- [Pentagon Memo Seeks Automated Access to Defense Contractor Financial Systems](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/pentagon-contractor-financial-systems-access-feinberg): Stephen Feinberg signed a memo directing the development of software to automate access to defense contractors’ financial systems.
- [White House Issues National Space Transportation Policy](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/white-house-national-space-transportation-policy): The White House has released a national space transportation policy targeting more than 1,000 annual launches and reentries by 2030.
- [NRO Seeks More Visibility Into Contractor Supply Chains](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nro-visibility-contractor-supply-chains): NRO is urging prime contractors and subcontractors to understand the vendors and suppliers involved in their programs.
- [NNSA, Navy Complete First W76 Mk4B Production Unit Ahead of Schedule](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nnsa-navy-w76-mk4b-production-unit): Lockheed Martin Space, Sandia, and Los Alamos worked with NNSA and the Navy to complete the Mk4B unit.
- [US, Australian Naval Forces Launch TALON Project to Modernize MH-60 Fleet](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/us-navy-royal-australian-navy-talon-mh-60-modernization): The military branch selected industry partners including Sierra Nevada Corp., Lockheed Martin and Collins Aerospace.
- [US Leveraging Advanced Technologies in Philippines for Asian Ambitions](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-philippines-china-deterrence-antiship-missiles-cuas-nmesis): The U.S. is deploying technologies like advanced missiles and C-UAS systems to the Philippines to dissuade China from invading Taiwan.
- [SSA Seeks Industry Input on Enterprise AI Strategy](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ssa-rfi-enterprise-ai-strategy): SSA has issued an RFI seeking industry input on AI talent and infrastructure approaches for its enterprise AI strategy.
- [DHS Builds 2 Systems to Address Biometric Identity Verification Challenges](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dhs-biometric-verification-systems-bdcvs-bid): The Homeland Security Dept has developed two systems, BDCVS and BID, to address technical challenges in biometric identity verification
- [NSA Issues Cybersecurity Advisory on AI-Generated Attacks Against Siemens PLCs](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nsa-cybersecurity-advisory-siemens-plc): The NSA and co-sealing agencies have urged programmable logic controller operators to patch systems and limit internet exposure.
- [GAO Urges NASA Action on Operational Oversight Reported in 2025](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nasa-gao-priority-recommendations-follow-up): According to the report, NASA has not taken action on four priority items out of 46 recommendations issued last year.
- [NASA Launches $10.5M State Hub Initiative to Train Next-Gen Aerospace Technicians](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nasa-state-hubs-aerospace-technical-workforce): NASA has awarded $10.5 million to seven institutions to build state-based aerospace technical workforce pathways.
- [US Navy, Indiana National Guard Debut First-of-Its-Kind Sled Track Facility](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nswc-crane-sled-track-facility-indiana): The facility is a ground-based site for flight simulations set in extreme operational environments, with speeds up to Mach 1.
- [Air Force Issues RFI for Sensor Agnostic Emulator Trainer to Support DCGS Modernization](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/air-force-rfi-sensor-agnostic-emulator-trainer-dcgs): The U.S. Air Force is seeking industry capabilities to develop a training simulator supporting AF DCGS modernization efforts.
- [Army Prepares Characteristics of Need Document to Address Intelligence Challenges](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-characteristics-of-need-intelligence-joseph-welch): The Army previously released CONs on command and control and electromagnetic spectrum operations.
- [FBI Amends RFP for Enterprise AI Compute Infrastructure Worth Up to $88M](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/fbi-rfp-amendment-ai-hardware-infrastructure): The agency amended the solicitation to reflect its responses to questions from potential participants of the multiple-award contracts.
- [FDA Seeks Input on GenAI-Enabled Medical Device Regulation](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/fda-genai-medical-device-discussion-paper): FDA has issued a discussion paper seeking feedback on regulatory considerations for GenAI-enabled medical devices.
- [Agencies Rethink AI Acquisition Strategies as Tech Outpaces Traditional Contracting Timelines](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gsa-nsa-dot-ai-procurement): Officials said they were shifting their acquisition practices to keep up with the rapid evolution of AI technologies.
- [Navy’s E-2D Advanced Hawkeye Block II Passes Critical Design Review](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/navy-e-2d-hawkeye-block-ii-critical-design-review): The U.S. Navy has completed the critical design review for the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye Block II upgrade, advancing command and control.
- [OSTP Issues National Security Science, Tech Strategy](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/natl-security-strategy-ostp-critical-emerging-tech-list): The strategy names undersea, space and AI as battlefield priorities.
- [CENTCOM Launches Falcon Strike to Expand Multidomain Drone Operations](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/centcom-task-force-falcon-strike-attack-drone): CENTCOM has announced Task Force Falcon Strike, the first multi-domain, multinational attack drone task force in the Middle East.
- [FEMA Appoints Steven McAndrews as CIO](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/fema-steven-mcandrews-cio-appointment): FEMA has selected NNSA Deputy CIO Steven McAndrews as its next CIO following Cameron Hamilton's confirmation as administrator.
- [Raytheon Lands $23B Navy Tomahawk Missile Contract](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/raytheon-23b-navy-tomahawk-missile-contract): RTX subsidiary Raytheon has received a seven-year, $22.9 billion Navy contract to accelerate Tomahawk missile production.
- [DHA Seeks Industry Input on Modernizing Joint Medical Planning Tools](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dha-jomis-medical-planning-modeling-rfi): DHA wants a cloud-native casualty modeling system capable of AI-driven predictions and stochastic logistics projections.
- [NSF Unveils $1.5B in New Funding Opportunities for Science, Engineering Research](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nsf-science-engineering-research-funding): NSF is testing more flexible grant structures for long-term and emerging research.
- [NRO Taps HawkEye 360 for Operational Commercial RF Capabilities Contract](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/hawkeye-360-nro-crfca-contract-award): The Commercial Radio Frequency Capabilities Augmentation contract has no value ceiling, to allow for expansion as mission needs grow.
- [Department of War Directs 30 Universities to Audit Foreign Research Ties](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-research-security-audits-universities): The Pentagon said the directive aims to prevent foreign adversaries from exploiting U.S. research technologies.
- [NIST Releases Human-Centered Cybersecurity Concept Paper](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nist-human-centered-cybersecurity-paper): NIST aims to develop practical resources to help organizations apply human-centered cybersecurity principles.
- [Inside ODNI’s Push to Modernize IC Technology](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/odni-tech-modernization-iarpa-cyber-quantum-inqtel-crqc): ODNI has launched a massive IC-wide technology modernization effort that promises to ripple throughout U.S. national security.
- [Maj. Gen. Robert Kinney on DIA’s AI Sprint, MCP Adoption](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dia-kinney-90-day-sprint-enterprise-ai-platform-mcp): DIA's chief AI officer said the agency has launched a 90-day sprint to build an enterprise AI platform and adopted an open AI standard.
- [DOW Signs Deals With Boeing, RTX to Boost SM-3 Missile Production](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-boeing-rtx-sm-3-missile-production-agreements): DOW has signed framework agreements with Boeing and RTX to expand the production of SM-3 Block IB and SM-3 Block IIA interceptors.
- [GSA Watchdog Flags FAS Product Data Gaps Affecting Price Systems](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gsa-oig-fas-product-data-pricing-system-audit): GSA OIG provided six recommendations to address manufacturer and part number discrepancies at the Federal Acquisition Service.
- [CISA Unveils Gold Eagle for AI Vulnerability Reporting](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-gold-eagle-ai-vulnerability-tool-launch): The Gold Eagle capability is designed to identify duplicate reports and support validation.
- [DIU Names New Directors to Lead Autonomous Warfare, Kill Web Portfolios](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/jarred-conley-david-payne-diu-directors): Conley has been named Autonomous Warfare portfolio director, while Payne has been designated as Kill Web portfolio director.
- [US Army Adds Group 3 Drones, Payloads & New Selection Tool to UAS Marketplace](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/us-army-uas-marketplace-expansion-new-tools-payloads): The UAS Marketplace will also offer mission payloads, software and a capability selection tool for product set customization.
- [White House Directs DOW to Expand Investment in Shipbuilding Industrial Base](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/white-house-dow-shipbuilding-industrial-base): President Trump has signed a memo directing DOW to pursue investment in the shipbuilding industrial base and establish a new shipyard.
- [DOE Updates National Laboratory Operating Directives](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/doe-updates-national-lab-operating-directives): DOE has updated national laboratory operating directives to streamline oversight and strengthen national security missions.
- [NGA Awards Mojave Bridge Contracts to 7 Incumbents](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nga-mojave-bridge-contracts-incumbents-booz-caci-mantech-saic): NGA selected seven incumbent MOJAVE contractors, including Booz Allen Hamilton, CACI, MANTECH and SAIC.
- [Space Command Names Integrated Space Fires, Counter-pLEO as Top Priorities](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/space-command-priorities-space-fires-counter-pleo-whiting): Commander Whiting said the list aims to guide military services, gov't labs and industry toward areas requiring additional attention
- [DHA Director Calls for Data-Driven Push to Strengthen Warfighter Health](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/darin-via-dha-director-health-it): DHA Director Vice Adm. Darin Via and other agency officials outlined their strategies to advance U.S. military health IT at an event.
- [DAF Completes Initial CCA Command & Control Enclave Prototype Testing](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/daf-cca-command-control-enclave-1st-prototype-testing): The department hosted industry vendors demonstrating their C2E prototype's software flexibility and fitness in austere environments.
- [MDA Seeks Prototype Concepts for Forward-Based Mode Radar Next Program](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/mda-forward-based-mode-radar-next): The Missile Defense Agency aims to prototype a mobile sensor system that integrates with the existing missile defense architecture.
- [Gen. Michael Guetlein: Golden Dome SBI Contenders Pass 1st Test](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/guetlein-golden-dome-sbi-contenders-first-test): Golden Dome Director Gen. Michael Guetlein has confirmed 12 SBI contenders cleared the first of four Space Force milestones.
- [Presidential Memo Seeks to Expand Private Sector’s Role in Fighting Transnational Cybercrime](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/trump-memo-private-sector-cyber-tco-operations): President Trump has signed a memo authorizing vetted U.S. companies to conduct cyber operations against foreign criminal organizations.
- [DEA Appoints Marc Kuzmicki as Deputy Chief of Intelligence](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/marc-kuzmicki-dea-deputy-chief-of-intelligence): Kuzmicki has more than 20 years of law enforcement experience, including 18 years at the DEA.
- [CISA Seeks Industry Input for Potential $6B Cyber Tools Procurement](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-rfi-cyber-tools-procurement-6-billion): CISA is seeking contractors capable of strengthening procurement processes and tracking acquisitions at scale.
- [Navy Rapid Capabilities Office Launches Consortium to Speed Tech Acquisition](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/donrco-security-plug-and-play-consortium): The new National Security Plug and Play Consortium will link the Department of Navy to private sector security tech innovators.
- [Pentagon Memo Directs $244M Funding to Palantir Through 2027](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/pentagon-memo-palantir-funding): Palantir has been involved in several Department of War AI and logistics efforts, such as the Maven Smart System.
- [Partnership Between US Army JIOP & Catalyst Pathfinder Program Fostering Soldier-Driven Innovations](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/jiop-army-research-laboratory-catalyst-pathfinder-program): The LTG James M. Gavin Joint Innovation Outpost was established in 2025 and functions within the Army's Pathway for Innovation & Tech.
- [5 Ways FEOC Regulatory Changes Are Reshaping GovCon](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/foreign-entities-of-concern-feoc-dow-govcon-intel): The Trump administration is transforming GovCon with sweeping changes to Foreign Entities of Concern, or FEOC, laws.
- [Top 5 Navy UUV and USV Use Cases Driving 2026 Missions](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/unmanned-vessels-navy-usage-navy-uuv-usv-mcm-musv): From mine clearance to combat strikes, see the top 5 UUV and USV use cases shaping the Navy—and the summit panel unpacking what's next.
- [DOW Unveils Golden Dome for America Hub to Streamline Industry Engagement](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-golden-dome-america-hub-launch): DOW has launched the Golden Dome for America Hub to facilitate collaboration between the department and the commercial tech sector.
- [ATEC Opens Army Test Ranges to Industry Through New Scheduling Portal](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/atec-army-test-ranges-industry-scheduling-portal): The U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command opened four U.S. test ranges and a Morocco site to private companies.
- [Intelligence CIOs Warn AI Agents Could Accelerate Cyberattacks](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/intelligence-community-cio-ai-agents-cyber-threat): Intelligence community CIOs shared their concerns at the Department of Defense Intelligence Information System Worldwide conference.
- [VA OIG Flags Delay, Cost and Security Risks in Benefits Platform Modernization](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/va-oig-benefits-enterprise-platform-modernization-audit): The VA inspector general found the Benefits Enterprise Platform modernization at risk of delays and cost overruns.
- [NIST Seeks Input on National Vulnerability Database Modernization](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nist-rfi-national-vulnerability-database-modernization): NIST has requested public input on modernizing the National Vulnerability Database, covering risk assessment and remediation development.
- [NNSA Extends Savannah River Site Contract with SRNS Through 2027](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nnsa-savannah-river-site-option-period): Savannah River Nuclear Solutions will continue to manage the Savannah River Site until September 30, 2027, after the National Nuclear Security Administration exercised its final option for the contract. Federal civilian contracts will be the topic of conversation at the 2026 FedCiv Summit on October 29. Sign up now!
- [DOE Seeks Input for Genesis Mission Initiative to Build Open-Weight AI Models](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/doe-genesis-mission-open-weight-ai-model): The Department of Energy is seeking input from researchers, academics and industry partners for its new open-weight artificial intelligence model initiative under the Genesis Mission. AI investment is also one of the subjects of the 2026 FedCiv Summit on October 29. Join now to expand you GovCon network.
- [DARPA Seeks Industry Input for Next-Generation Hypersonic Cruise Missile Effort](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/darpa-next-gen-hypersonic-cruise-missile): DARPA is planning a new program to design, produce and test a hypersonic cruise missile demonstrator.
- [DIA, SOCOM Leaders Call for Faster Intelligence, Secure Networks](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dia-socom-intelligence-secure-networks): DIA identified needs in open-source intelligence, zero trust implementation and shared security to meet mission requirements.
- [DHS Approves Secret Service Surveillance Tool as Privacy Reviews Decline](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dhs-secret-service-helix-surveillance-pia): The Helix platform consolidates video feeds, facial recognition and license plate reader data from cameras at protected sites.
- [Navy Conducts Inaugural Regrained Mk 70 Rocket Motor Static Firing](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nswc-indian-head-mk-70-rocket-motor-static-firing): NSWC IHD performed the inaugural static firing of a regrained Mk 70 solid rocket motor, advancing efforts to boost production capacity for large SRMs.
- [Cameron Hamilton Sworn In as FEMA Administrator](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cameron-hamilton-fema-administrator-confirmation): Cameron Hamilton, a former Navy SEAL, has been sworn in as FEMA administrator tasked with leading the agency's disaster response mission.
- [CISA, FBI and Partners Detail Gunra Ransomware Tactics](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-fbi-nsa-gunra-ransomware-advisory): Gunra actors gain access through two known vulnerabilities in internet-facing devices.
- [RIMPAC 2026—5 Capability Demonstrations Defining the Next Era of Naval Warfighting](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/rimpac-2026-navy-submarine-hunter-tech-testing): RIMPAC 2026 featured 40 experimentation initiatives, including anti-ship and anti-submarine capabilities and armed drones.
- [Lt. Gen. Douglas Schiess Confirmed as Chief of Space Operations](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/douglas-schiess-space-force-cso-confirmation): The Senate on Thursday confirmed Lt. Gen. Douglas Schiess to serve as the next chief of space operations at the U.S. Space Force.
- [Ripe Opportunities Loom in Quest for First Commercial Fusion Power Plant](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/fusion-energy-nuclear-genesis-mission-pppl-spectrometers): Commercial fusion energy could potentially provide a safe, abundant and carbon-free source of reliable primary energy, PPPL says.
- [Pete Small Named Acting NAVSEA Commander After Downey Retirement](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/pete-small-acting-navsea-commander-downey): Rear Adm. Pete Small has assumed acting command of Naval Sea Systems Command following a change of command ceremony held Aug. 6 at the Washington Navy Yard, NAVSEA announced.
- [Pentagon Seeks Industry Feedback on Contract Accounting Reforms](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-contract-accounting-reform-feedback-request): The Department of War has issued a letter requesting input from defense industrial base and acquisition stakeholders on potential changes to contract accounting practices to reduce compliance costs for commercial suppliers and transform the acquisition process.
- [Senate Confirms David Cummins as TSA Administrator](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/tsa-administrator-appointment-david-cummins): David Cummins has been sworn in as administrator of the Transportation Security Administration, taking the helm of the agency after his confirmation by the U.S. Senate, the TSA announced Friday.
- [Space Force Plans 2027 Flight Demonstrations for Golden Dome’s Orbital Interceptors](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/space-force-golden-dome-orbital-interceptor): The U.S. Space Force plans to demonstrate its proposed space-based missile defense architecture by the end of 2026, Bloomberg reported Friday. Flight tests of prototype missile interceptors, part of the Golden Dome program, are expected to start in 2027.
- [CBP’s Office of Field Operations Unveils 2026–2030 Strategy](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cbp-ofo-strategy-2026-2030-economic-national-security): U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Office of Field Operations has issued a four-year roadmap that aims to guide the component's efforts to safeguard U.S. travel, trade and agriculture and protect the country's national and economic security.
- [Space Force Appoints Richard Beckman as PAE for Infrastructure](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/richard-beckman-ussf-infrastructure-pae-appointment): Col. Richard Beckman assumed leadership as portfolio acquisition executive for infrastructure, succeeding Col. Corey Klopstein during a ceremony held Thursday at Peterson Space Force Base in Colorado.
- [CBO Estimates $275B Cost for Golden Fleet](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cbo-navy-battleship-cost-estimate-275b-golden-fleet): The Congressional Budget Office has estimated that the Navy's new nuclear-powered battleship would cost about $275 billion to build over three decades. The office published the analysis on Wednesday at the request of the ranking member of the Senate Budget Committee.
- [DHA Seeks Commercial Fixes for PEO DHMS Test Infrastructure](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dha-ess-next-cso-peo-dhms): The Defense Health Agency has told industry that the test infrastructure behind its health IT programs costs more than it returns, and is asking companies to propose commercial fixes. DHA's contracting activity posted a commercial solutions opening Wednesday on SAM.gov for Enterprise Support Services Next, on behalf of Program Executive Office Defense Healthcare Management Systems.
- [Tobyhanna Army Depot, Darkhive Sign Agreement to Advance sUAS Production](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/tobyhanna-army-depot-darkhive-rapid-manufacturing): The U.S. Army announced Wednesday that aerospace and defense tech firm Darkhive has entered into a cooperative agreement with Tobyhanna Army Depot, the military branch's center of excellence for command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance as well as electronics, avionics and missile guidance and control.
- [GAO Urges Commerce Department to Detail Plans for Semiconductor R&D Programs](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-commerce-plans-semiconductor-rd): The Government Accountability Office is recommending that the Department of Commerce develop detailed plans and timelines for several semiconductor research and development initiatives after finding that key programs have been canceled, paused or lacked clear implementation schedules.
- [DOW Submits Legislative Proposal to Sell Military Property to Fund Golden Dome, Modernization](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-legislative-proposal-military-property-sale): The Department of War has sent a legislative proposal to Congress for sweeping new authority that would let it sell off military real estate on its own terms, lease back facilities it still needs and channel the resulting cash into infrastructure upgrades and priority programs such as the Golden Dome missile defense initiative, Federal News Network reported Tuesday.
- [Marine Corps to Hold Joint MCU-NPS AI Learning Initiatives Hackathon](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/marine-corps-mcu-nps-ai-learning-hackathon-sept): The Marine Corps has announced plans to hold the joint Marine Corps University and Naval Postgraduate School AI Learning Initiatives hackathon from Sept. 15–18, bringing together military personnel, government civilians, industry representatives and academic partners to develop artificial intelligence and machine learning applications that support professional military education and training.
- [Erica Schwartz Confirmed as CDC Director](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/erica-schwartz-cdc-director-confirmation): The Senate on Wednesday voted 51-44 to confirm Erica Schwartz, a former deputy surgeon general, to serve as the next director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
- [Navy Establishes Robotic & Autonomous Systems DRPM](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/navy-drpm-ras-robotic-autonomous-systems): Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao, a 2026 Wash100 awardee, has announced the formation of the direct reporting portfolio manager for robotic and autonomous systems, or DRPM RAS.
- [Former NSA Cyber Leaders Warn AI Is Accelerating Offensive Cyber Operations](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nsa-leaders-ai-offensive-cyber-operations): Former National Security Agency cybersecurity directors Rob Joyce and Dave Luber warned that advanced artificial intelligence systems are reshaping cyber threats, following an OpenAI-powered autonomous agent gaining unauthorized access to parts of Hugging Face's network, Nextgov reported Wednesday.
- [Army Pilots AI-Assisted Army MAX Platform to Accelerate Service Acquisitions](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-max-ai-assisted-service-acquisition): The U.S. Army is piloting a cloud-based acquisition platform called Army Marketplace, Automation and eXecution, or Army MAX, to streamline service contracting and cut down procurement lead times, the service announced Wednesday.
- [Capella Space, ICEYE US & Umbra Lab Receive NRO Radar Commercial Augmentation Contracts](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nro-capella-space-iceye-umbra-rca-contracts): The National Reconnaissance Office announced Wednesday that it has awarded three Radar Commercial Augmentation contracts as part of its ongoing effort to operationalize and expand the use of U.S. commercial radar capabilities across the intelligence community and the Department of War.
- [Army Combined Arms Command Launches VICTOR AI Knowledge Platform](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-victor-ai-knowledge-platform-combined-arms-command): The U.S. Army's Combined Arms Command is developing VICTOR, an artificial intelligence-powered platform designed to connect soldiers with lessons learned, doctrine and institutional knowledge, DVIDS reported Wednesday.
- [U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School Completes Two Accelerated X-62 VISTA Test Programs in Parallel](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/usaf-test-pilot-school-x-62-vista-programs-ai): The Edwards Air Force Base announced Tuesday that the U.S. Air Force Test Pilot School's Research Division has wrapped up two accelerated flight test campaigns using the X-62 VISTA aircraft, running the efforts in parallel throughout April 2026 even as the platform undergoes planned system upgrades.
- [Navy to Reclassify Virginia Payload Module-Equipped Submarines as SSGNs](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/navy-reclassify-vpm-submarines-ssgn): The Department of the Navy has announced its decision to reclassify 19 planned Virginia-class submarines equipped with the Virginia Payload Module, or VPM, as guided missile submarines, or SSGNs, distinguishing the platforms from traditional Virginia-class fast attack submarines, or SSNs.
- [Space Force Activates 77th Surveillance Squadron for Space-Based Target Tracking](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/77-surs-activation-space-delta-7-target-tracking): The U.S. Space Force's Space Delta 7 has activated the 77th Surveillance Squadron, or 77 SURS, to manage and deliver space-based moving target indication intelligence to joint warfighters across the Department of War.
- [IonQ, Sandia National Laboratories Partner on Quantum Technology Development](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ionq-sandia-national-labs-quantum-tech): IonQ has partnered with Sandia National Laboratories to jointly explore faster co-design of quantum information science technologies, the quantum platform company announced Tuesday.
- [NASA Details Progress on Four Moon Base Landers](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nasa-moon-base-cargo-landers-tech-demo): NASA has published a progress report on the commercial landers and technology demonstrations supporting the development of Moon Base, the outpost it plans to establish near the lunar South Pole. The agency released the update Tuesday alongside a video walkthrough of hardware being built by four companies.
- [Army Establishes New Project Management Offices for Cyber Warfare & Space Missions](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-project-management-office-cyber-space): The U.S. Army has established two new program offices, consolidating existing space and cyber organizations under the Capability Program Executive for Intelligence and Spectrum Warfare, or CPE ISW.
- [NIST, DOE Office of Science Sign MOU to Advance AI Efforts Under Genesis Mission](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nist-doe-genesis-mission-ai-innovation-mou): The National Institute of Standards and Technology announced Tuesday that it has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Department of Energy's Office of Science to jointly pursue the advancement of artificial intelligence in support of the Genesis Mission, a White House-led initiative centered on using AI to double the productivity and impact of American science and engineering over the next decade.
- [NSF Launches $100M Program to Expand Regional AI Research Infrastructure](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nsf-state-and-regional-ai-infrastructure-hubs): The National Science Foundation on Tuesday rolled out a $100 million initiative aimed at closing gaps in AI compute access for researchers, students and educators nationwide. 
- [GAO Urges Air Force to Address B-52 Modernization Recommendations](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-air-force-b-52-modernization-recommendations): GAO has found that 10 of 13 Air Force B-52 modernization programs, part of a $21 billion effort to keep the bomber flying through 2050, face cost, schedule or performance challenges, including risks tied to the engine replacement program's production timeline. 
- [All About the Navy’s MUSV: The Golden Fleet’s Autonomous Platform for Maritime Dominance](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/navy-musv-marketplace-golden-fleet): The centerpiece of the U.S. Navy’s Golden Fleet announced in December will be the Trump-class battleships that are envisioned as heavy combatants equipped with powerful weapons, including hypersonic missiles.
- [Lt. Gen. Francisco Lozano Nominated for Dual Acquisition Leadership Role](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/francisco-lozano-army-pae-fires-rccto-nomination): President Donald Trump has nominated U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Francisco Lozano to serve in a dual role as portfolio acquisition executive for fires and director of the Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office, or RCCTO, at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama.
- [DOW Signs $3B in PAC-3, THAAD Production Deals With Northrop](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-northrop-3b-pac-3-thaad-production-deals): The Department of War has signed two framework agreements with Northrop Grumman worth more than $3 billion, in coordination with Lockheed Martin, to expand production capacity for components supporting the Patriot Advanced Capability-3 Missile Segment Enhancement, or PAC-3 MSE, interceptor and the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense, or THAAD, weapon system.
- [DOW Upgrades Counter-Drone Marketplace, Links It to FMS Fast Lane](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-jiatf-401-cuas-marketplace-enhancements): The Department of War has begun upgrading the online marketplace it uses to route counter-drone equipment to military units, law enforcement agencies and allied forces. 
- [GSA Is Reworking How New Tech Reaches Federal Agencies](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gsa-tech-adoption-changed-ai-onegov): The General Services Administration has reversed the sequence that federal agencies once followed to bring in new technology, Nextgov/FCW reported Monday. Standards bodies and White House guidance used to come before deployment. GSA now builds minimum viable products, runs pilots and hands its results to the standards organizations.
- [CMS Pivots to Risk-Based Cybersecurity Model, CISO Says](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cms-risk-based-approach-ciso-keith-busby): The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services is reworking its cybersecurity approach, moving away from a checklist-driven compliance model toward one built on continuous monitoring, attack surface management and real-time threat response, Keith Busby, CMS chief information security officer, said in an interview with Federal News Network.
- [AFRL, Texas Space Commission Ink Deal to Fast-Track Commercial Space Tech for Defense](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/afrl-texas-space-commission-partnership-domestic-supply-chain): The Air Force Research Laboratory has formalized a partnership intermediary agreement with the Texas Space Commission aimed at speeding the adoption of commercial space technology into national security systems, the U.S. Space Force announced Friday.
- [Navy Issues Solicitation for FTSS V ECIS Instructional Support Task Order](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/navy-ftss-v-ecis-instructional-support-task-order): The U.S. Navy has issued a solicitation announcing plans to competitively award a task order for engineering contractor instructional services, or ECIS, under the fifth iteration of the Fielded Training Systems Support, or FTSS V, contract.
- [Huntsville Center Completes Army Reserve Operational Technology Inventory](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/huntsville-center-army-reserve-ot-inventory): The U.S. Army Engineering and Support Center in Huntsville, Alabama, has finished cataloging operational technology at Army Reserve facilities, closing out the first phase of a program to bring building control systems under cybersecurity requirements. The Army announced the milestone Friday.
- [Space Force Taps Johns Hopkins APL as Technical Direction Agent for Space-Based Interceptor Program](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/johns-hopkins-apl-space-based-interceptor-program): The U.S. Space Force announced Friday that it has named the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory as technical direction agent for its Space-Based Interceptor program, an initiative aimed at building a proliferated constellation of orbital interceptors in low-Earth orbit.
- [Army Eyes Broad NGC2 Rollout After Successful Prototype Campaign](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-ngc2-scale-force-project-convergence-capstone-6): The U.S. Army said Saturday that it is preparing to expand its Next Generation Command and Control capability across the force. This is after completing a 10-month prototyping effort that concluded during Project Convergence-Capstone 6, held in July at Fort Irwin, California. 
- [New NASA Wind Tunnel Opens for Aircraft, Spacecraft Testing](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nasa-flight-dynamics-research-facility-langley-opened): NASA has opened a new wind tunnel at its Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia. A ribbon-cutting ceremony brought agency leadership, Virginia officials and the General Services Administration to the site of the Flight Dynamics Research Facility, NASA said Friday.
- [Maureen Falvella Named NIH Chief Information Officer](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nih-maureen-falvella-cio-appointment): The National Institutes of Health has appointed Maureen Falvella, a federal IT official, to serve as the agency's permanent chief information officer and director of the Office of the CIO, effective July 26.
- [Office of Strategic Capital Commits Up to $820M Loan to Performance Drone Works for Domestic Component Manufacturing](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/performance-drone-works-loan-manufacturing): The Department of War's Office of Strategic Capital announced Friday that it has entered into a conditional loan commitment of up to $820 million with Performance Drone Works to build out high-volume manufacturing capacity for critical drone components in the U.S.
- [National AI Center to Connect AI Firms With Federal Buyers](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/commerce-natl-ai-center-govt-industry-bridge): The Department of Commerce's National AI Center has picked up a second assignment. Opened in San Francisco, California, to help American AI companies sell abroad, the office is now working to put them in front of federal agencies, Federal News Network reported Thursday.
- [Army Posts Sources Sought Notice for Hypersonic Infrared Seeker Technology](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/hits-to-army-hypersonic-infrared-seeker-sources-sought): The U.S. Army is gathering industry insight on hypersonic infrared target sensing technology under an effort called the Hypersonic Infrared Target Sensing – Transition Opportunity, or HITS-TO.
- [Marine Corps Completes MV-22B Osprey Program of Record With Delivery of 359th Aircraft](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/marine-corps-completes-mv22b-osprey-program-of-record): The U.S. Marine Corps and its industry partners, Bell Textron and Boeing, marked the completion of the MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor program of record on July 28 with the delivery of the 359th aircraft, concluding a decades-long production effort and transitioning to long-term fleet sustainment and modernization.
- [NRO Successfully Launches NROL-95 Mission Through National Security Space Launch Program](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nrol-95-satellite-mission-launch-spacex-falcon): The National Reconnaissance Office announced Thursday that it has sent the NROL-95 mission into orbit under the National Security Space Launch program.
- [CISA Releases Open Source Software Security Guidance for Agencies](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-open-source-software-security): The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has released new guidance to help federal agencies securely use, assess and contribute to open source software.
- [DOE Names Andrew McClure to Lead CESER Amid Push to Fortify Energy Infrastructure](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/andrew-mcclure-doe-cybersecurity-energy-security): The Department of Energy announced Wednesday that it has named Andrew McClure, former managing director of cybersecurity venture firm Forgepoint Capital, as director of the Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security and Emergency Response.
- [VA Says FedRAMP Certification Not Required for Cloud Contract Bids](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/va-fedramp-certification-cloud-contract-bids): The Department of Veterans Affairs has issued a memorandum clarifying that existing Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program certification is not required for vendors to compete for or secure cloud contracts, FedScoop reported Wednesday.
- [DOW CIO Issues Instruction on IT Category Management](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-cio-it-category-management-instruction): Kirsten Davies, chief information officer at the Department of War and a 2026 Wash100 awardee, has issued a memorandum outlining policy, responsibilities and procedures for IT category management, or ITCM, across the department.
- [Army PAE Fires Launches ‘Reveille Forge’ to Accelerate Capability Deployment](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-pae-fires-reveille-forge-ide-redstone-arsenal): The U.S. Army's Portfolio Acquisition Executive Fires has launched "Reveille Forge," an integrated development environment at Redstone Arsenal in Alabama that seeks to speed up the integration and delivery of new capabilities to the force.
- [VA FISMA Audit Flags Security Gaps, Issues 19 Recommendations](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/va-fisma-audit-security-gaps-recommendation): The Department of Veterans Affairs continues to face challenges meeting Federal Information Security Modernization Act, or FISMA, requirements, according to a fiscal 2025 audit conducted by the VA Office of Inspector General.
- [Commerce Department Signs $874M in CHIPS Act R&D Incentives](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/commerce-department-chips-rd-incentives): The Department of Commerce has signed seven letters of intent to provide federal incentives totaling up to $874 million to support domestic semiconductor research and development.
- [Labor Department, HII Expand Maritime Workforce Development Partnership](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dol-huntington-ingalls-maritime-workforce-partnership): The U.S. Department of Labor has advanced a workforce development partnership with HII to expand pre-apprenticeship opportunities and strengthen the nation's maritime workforce. A key proposal under the partnership would convert the San Diego Job Corps Center into a maritime-focused training site devoted to shipbuilding career and technical education.
- [CISA Updates SBOM Minimum Elements, Replacing 2021 NTIA Guidance](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-sbom-mimimum-elements-updated): CISA has published a revised baseline for what a software bill of materials should contain, replacing guidance the NTIA issued in 2021.The Potomac Officers Club's 2026 Homeland Security Summit on Nov. 10 will bring together agency leaders and industry executives to examine the cybersecurity and technology challenges facing the homeland security enterprise. Register now!
- [DOW Awards $76.6B in Contracts to GDEB, HII for Submarine Construction Work](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-76-6b-contracts-gdeb-hii-columbia-virginia-submarines): The Department of War has awarded approximately $76.6 billion in contracts to General Dynamics Electric Boat and HII to build additional submarines for the U.S. Navy's undersea fleet. Under Secretary of War for Acquisition and Sustainment Michael Duffey, a 2026 Wash100 awardee, commented on the awards.Sign up now for the 2026 Navy Summit!
- [GSA, CORAS Ink OneGov Deal to Widen Federal AI Access](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/coras-gary-ai-gsa-onegov-agreement): CORAS' agentic artificial intelligence platform Gary will be available to federal customers at a discounted price following the company's OneGov agreement with the General Services Administration.
- [Navy Names John Cremins Deputy Under Secretary for Intelligence & Security](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/john-cremins-named-navy-deputy-usec-intel-security): The Department of the Navy has appointed John Cremins, a former Navy SEAL officer, as deputy under secretary for intelligence and security.
- [DOW CIO Issues Memo on Cybersecurity Service Provider Certification Requirements](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-cio-cyber-service-provider-certification-policy-memo): Kirsten Davies, chief information officer at the Department of War and a 2026 Wash100 awardee, has issued a directive-type memorandum, or DTM, outlining the minimum baseline requirements for an organization to be certified and authorized as a DOW cybersecurity service provider, or CSSP.
- [Paul Kearns to Retire as Director of Argonne National Laboratory](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/paul-kearns-argonne-national-lab-retirement): Paul Kearns, director of Argonne National Laboratory, will retire effective on March 31, 2027, after nearly a decade leading the U.S. Department of Energy research institution, the lab said Monday.
- [Air Force Publishes Open Architecture Standards for Mission Systems, Autonomy](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/air-force-ams-gra-a-gra-open-architecture-standards): The Air Force has made public the technical standards underpinning two reference architectures that govern mission systems and autonomy software. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center announced the release on Tuesday.
- [David Hong Named Acting CIO at HHS After Clark Minor Exit](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/david-hong-named-acting-cio-hhs-clark-minor-depart): David Hong, principal deputy chief information officer at the Department of Health and Human Services, has been named the agency's acting CIO following the departure of Clark Minor, FedScoop reported Tuesday. HHS has not publicly announced whether the appointment is temporary or if a permanent CIO will be named.
- [NIST Launches New Testbed Program to Evaluate AI Model Performance](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nist-ai-technology-evaluation-initiative): The National Institute of Standards and Technology announced Monday that its Technology Test and Evaluation Division is rolling out the Artificial Intelligence Technology Evaluation initiative, designed to give researchers a secure testbed for assessing how AI models perform across a range of real-world tasks, datasets, modalities and domains.
- [Space Systems Command Official Highlights Project Enigma’s Benefits to Strategic SATCOM Advancement](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/project-enigma-strategic-satcom-ess-space-force): Project Enigma is transforming how Space Systems Command develops satellite communications capabilities, giving government and industry partners a secure, unified digital workspace to co-create solutions at the highest classification level, according to Dean LoNigro, chief of cyber threat response and information system security manager for the U.S. Space Force System Delta 88.
- [HSI Sweep Targets SIM Box Networks Behind Telecom Fraud](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ice-hsi-operation-signal-break-sim-box-fraud): Federal agents have spent three weeks breaking up SIM box networks operating inside the United States, Immigration and Customs Enforcement said Friday. Homeland Security Investigations ran the sweep, called Operation Signal Break, from June 22 to July 10.
- [5 Ways US Navy Technology Is Racing Ahead](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/louis-koplin-navy-pae-mission-systems-cyber-enterprise-cloud-zero-trust): Louis Koplin, the chief information and technology officer for the Navy’s portfolio acquisition executive for mission systems, has been a key player in helping the service make transformational advancements in key technologies like cybersecurity, digital workplace and enterprise IT services.
- [DOW, L3Harris Ink Deals to Expand PAC-3 MSE, THAAD Propulsion Production](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-l3harris-pac-3-mse-thaad-propulsion-agreements): The Department of War has signed two seven-year framework agreements with L3Harris, in coordination with Lockheed Martin, to expand production capacity for propulsion components supporting the Patriot Advanced Capability-3 Missile Segment Enhancement, or PAC-3 MSE, interceptor and the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense, or THAAD, weapon system.
- [GAO Urges DHS to Address Cybersecurity, Disaster Response Recommendations](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-dhs-cybersecurity-disaster-response-recommendations): The Government Accountability Office has recommended that the Department of Homeland Security improve disaster preparedness and response, enhance IT and cybersecurity, and strengthen immigration and border security policies and data.
- [USSPACECOM Issues Space Warfighting Environment 2040 for Joint Force Space Operations](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/usspacecom-swe-2040-released): U.S. Space Command has published the Space Warfighting Environment 2040, a framework laying out the trends and conditions the Joint Force expects to face in space by 2040 and beyond. The command released the document Monday.
- [NTIA Rallies 20+ Allied Nations Around New 6G Security Initiative](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ntia-6g-leadership-security-initiative): The National Telecommunications and Information Administration on Monday introduced a new initiative aimed at rallying allied nations around a common strategy for securing global leadership in sixth-generation wireless technology.
- [FCC Approves Upper C-Band Plan to Expand 5G Spectrum](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/fcc-upper-c-band-spectrum-auction-rules-2027): The Federal Communications Commission has adopted final rules to auction 160 megahertz of Upper C-Band spectrum by July 2027, marking a key step in expanding licensed mid-band spectrum for next-generation wireless services across the United States.
- [NOAA Migrates Weather Supercomputing System to Google Cloud](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/noaa-wcoss-google-cloud-migration): The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is shifting its Weather and Climate Operational Supercomputing System, or WCOSS, onto commercial cloud infrastructure. Google Cloud will act as the primary provider of high-performance computing for the program, NOAA said Monday.
- [DCMA Official Highlights Expedited Blue List Onboarding for Unmanned Systems Vendors](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/defense-contract-management-agency-blue-list-onboarding): The Defense Contract Management Agency has helped speed up the process for unmanned systems vendors seeking a spot on the Blue List, the government's registry of unmanned aircraft systems and components cleared for military purchase and use, according to Jason Kaneshiro, DCMA public affairs officer.
- [Army C5ISR Center Seeks Vendors for Palletized FoCUS System Production](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/army-c5isr-ssn-focus-palletized-counter-uas-system): The U.S. Army's C5ISR Center posted a sources sought notice July 27 seeking vendors capable of rapidly producing its palletized Family of Counter-UAS Systems for integration onto tactical ground platforms. Responses to the market research notice are due by 5 p.m. EDT on Aug. 27.
- [Lt. Gen. Kevin Admiral Nominated to Lead US Army Europe & Africa](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/kevin-admiral-nominated-us-army-europe-africa-commander): The Pentagon announced that President Donald Trump has nominated Lt. Gen. Kevin Admiral to serve as the next commanding general of the U.S. Army Europe and Africa. 
- [DIU Launches G-BAM Prize Challenge for Long-Range Strike Systems](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/diu-g-bam-prize-challenge-long-range-precision-strike): The Defense Innovation Unit has launched the Ground-Based Affordable Mass, or G-BAM, Prize Challenge, calling on industry to deliver low-cost, long-range precision strike systems that are ready for rapid demonstration and production scaling.
- [State Department Publishes Generative AI Playbook Built Around StateChat Rollout](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/state-dept-genai-playbook-statechat-released): The Department of State has published a generative artificial intelligence playbook meant to guide federal agencies through building and scaling enterprise AI tools. The document, released last week, uses the department's StateChat chatbot as its case study.
- [NASA Taps Advanced Space for CAPSTONE 02 Lunar Mission](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nasa-advanced-space-capstone-02-mission): NASA has awarded Advanced Space a contract for its Cislunar Autonomous Positioning System Technology Operations and Navigation Experiment, or CAPSTONE, 02 mission, the agency said Friday.
- [Naval Research Laboratory Expands Quantum Program in Line With Executive Order 14413](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/naval-research-laboratory-quantum-executive-order): The U.S. Naval Research Laboratory announced Friday that it is scaling up its quantum research portfolio as the federal government pushes to accelerate American leadership in quantum information science and technology, or QIST.
- [US Army, Navy, Space Force Jointly Test Hammer of the Gods Maritime EW System](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/project-convergence-capstone-6-hammer-of-the-gods): The U.S. Army, Navy and Space Force have conducted joint experimentation with an electronic warfare platform known as Hammer of the Gods, according to a Defense Visual Information Distribution Service article published on Friday. 
- [AFLCMC Takes Full Ownership of Military GPS Programs From Space Force](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/air-force-military-gps-program-transition-space-force): The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center formally accepted two Military GPS User Equipment, or MGUE, programs from the U.S. Space Force on May 28, the Space Systems Command said Thursday.
- [5 Active Space Force Contract Opportunities: From Missile Tracking to Space Comms](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ussf-contract-opportunities-satcom-pwsa): The U.S. government’s increased prioritization of space has led to new opportunities for the government contracting sector to participate in advancing defense and national security missions and priorities. As the space domain becomes more contested amid growing threats from adversarial nations, the Space Force is quickly modernizing and expanding the nation's space architectures.
- [NPS Unveils NVIDIA-Built AI Supercomputer](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nps-nvidia-dgx-gb300-ai-supercomputer-defense-research): The Naval Postgraduate School has launched the NVIDIA DGX GB300 artificial intelligence supercomputer at its campus in Monterey, California, to support defense-focused education and research.
- [Space Force Advances Battle Management Concepts Through Chalkydri IV Wargame](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/space-force-chalkydri-iv-battle-management-wargame): The U.S. Space Force's Space Training and Readiness Command has completed Chalkydri IV, the latest installment in its ongoing battle management wargame campaign aimed at refining how the service plans, coordinates and executes operations in an increasingly contested space environment.
- [USAF Names Brig. Gen. Joshua Williams to Lead C3BM Acquisition Portfolio](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/brig-gen-joshua-williams-appointment-daf-pae-c3bm): The U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center announced Thursday that it has chosen Brig. Gen. Joshua Williams to serve as the next Department of the Air Force portfolio acquisition executive for command, control, communications and battle management.
- [NNSA Advances Nuclear Explosion Detection With Fifth Next-Gen GBD Payload](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nnsa-nuclear-detection-fifth-gbd-payload): The National Nuclear Security Administration has delivered its fifth next-generation Global Burst Detector, or GBD, sensor payload to the U.S. Space Force for a system designed to detect above-ground nuclear detonations worldwide, the Department of Energy said Thursday.
- [DOW Names 130 Foreign Institutions in Updated Tech Transfer Watch List](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dow-fy25-foreign-institutions-tech-transfer-list): The Department of War has published its fiscal 2025 update to a list of foreign institutions that engage in problematic activities, naming 130 academic and research entities in China, Russia and Iran. The department released the list Thursday under a provision of the fiscal 2019 National Defense Authorization Act.
- [SBA Requests Proposals for Funding Competition to Bolster Domestic Supply Chains Under SCALE Program](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/sba-supply-chain-acceleration-logistics-enablement): The Small Business Administration announced Thursday that it has launched a call for proposals for a funding opportunity under its Supply Chain Acceleration and Logistics Enablement program, a new initiative aimed at helping small businesses overcome supply chain bottlenecks and expand their role in industries considered vital to national and economic security.
- [NSA Issues Advisory on Russian Phishing Campaign Targeting Zimbra Users](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nsa-russian-phishing-campaign-zimbra): The National Security Agency and international partners have issued a cybersecurity advisory warning that a Russian state-supported cyber group has been targeting Zimbra Collaboration Suite users with phishing emails since July 2025, the agency said Thursday.
- [House FY2027 Intelligence Authorization Act Focuses on AI, Oversight and OSINT](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/house-intel-committee-fy27-intel-authorization-act-ai-osint): The House Intelligence Committee has approved the fiscal year 2027 Intelligence Authorization Act, prioritizing artificial intelligence, OSINT, counterintelligence, financial accountability and oversight reforms.Join government and industry leaders at the 2026 Intel Summit on Sept. 24 to explore how data, AI and OSINT are shaping the future of intelligence operations. Save your seat now.
- [Federal Agencies Update Warning on Iranian Cyber Actors Targeting PLCs](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cisa-fbi-epa-update-iran-plc-cyber-advisory): The Department of Homeland Security's Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, FBI, the Environmental Protection Agency and other government partners have issued an update to a joint cybersecurity advisory warning of Iran-affiliated cyber actors exploiting programmable logic controllers, or PLCs, across U.S. critical infrastructure.
- [Office of Naval Research Unveils 2026 Science & Technology Strategy](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/onr-2026-science-technology-strategy): The Office of Naval Research has issued its science and technology strategy that will serve as a roadmap for how it will prioritize, develop and deliver technology to the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Marine Corps.
- [USAFE-AFAFRICA Expands Layered Defenses Against Growing UAS Threat](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/usafe-afafrica-layered-defense-uas-threat): U.S. Air Forces in Europe-Air Forces Africa is fielding new equipment and expanding training for airmen to strengthen its defense against unmanned aerial system threats.
- [GAO Urges ODNI Action on Personnel Vetting, Intelligence Challenges](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-odni-personnel-vetting-intelligence): The Government Accountability Office has narrowed its list of priority recommendations for the Office of the Director of National Intelligence following updates made in recent years.
- [Drone Dominance Program Opens $32M Solicitation for Reusable Bomber Drones](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ddp-32m-bomber-dropper-drones-solicitation): The Department of War's Drone Dominance Program, or DDP, has launched a solicitation for reusable bomber and dropper drones, a category the program says fills a strike gap beyond one-way attack systems. DDP said Monday it will award about $32 million in initial prototype orders under the Phase 2.5 effort, with more orders planned in later phases.
- [FCC Overhauls Space and Earth Station Licensing Rules With New Part 100 Framework](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/fcc-part-100-space-station-licensing-overhaul): The Federal Communications Commission announced Wednesday that it has voted to adopt a sweeping overhaul of its space and Earth station licensing process, replacing decades-old regulations with a new framework designed to speed up approvals and support the growing commercial space sector.
- [NIST Opens Funding Competition for 14 New Manufacturing Extension Partnership Centers](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nist-manufacturing-extension-partnership-centers): The National Institute of Standards and Technology announced Tuesday that it has issued a notice of funding opportunity to establish 14 new Manufacturing Extension Partnership centers aimed at helping small and medium-sized manufacturers adopt advanced production technologies and strengthen U.S. industrial competitiveness.
- [Genesis Mission’s Unique Contracting Model Spurs Industry Contributions](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/genesis-ai-research-quantum-afwerx-nuclear-thoughtworks): The Department of Energy’s Genesis Mission AI research effort has an unprecedented acquisition strategy that is less about contracting with industry to perform services and more about companies contributing to the effort in hope of gaining future revenue, according to an industry executive.
- [Jay Clayton’s DNI Nomination Advances After Senate Panel Vote](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/jay-clayton-dni-nomination-senate-vote): The Senate Intelligence Committee voted 9-8 Tuesday to advance the nomination of Jay Clayton, who was nominated by President Donald Trump to lead the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, clearing the way for consideration by the full Senate, The Hill reported Tuesday.
- [White House OSTP Report Offers Recommendations to Revitalize R&D Enterprise](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/white-house-ostp-kratsios-research-development): Michael Kratsios, assistant to the president for science and technology and director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, has published a report titled "Science: A New Golden Age," outlining recommendations to renew the federal research and development enterprise.
- [FCC Extends Drone Exceptions, Seeks Comment on Foreign Military-Grade Drone Ban](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/fcc-drone-covered-list-exceptions-military-ban): The Federal Communications Commission has extended exceptions to its Covered List ban on foreign-produced drones and drone components and started soliciting comments on whether to prohibit the import and sale of foreign-made military-grade drones for non-government use.
- [US Navy’s Robotic Satellite Mechanic Payload Launches Aboard SpaceLogistics Spacecraft](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nrl-space-logistics-rsgs-payload-mrv-robotics): The Naval Research Laboratory announced Tuesday that its Robotic Servicing of Geosynchronous Satellites payload has been launched into orbit through its integration with the Mission Robotic Vehicle, a spacecraft built by Northrop Grumman subsidiary SpaceLogistics.
- [Argonne Seeks Industry Input on National AI Supercomputing Center](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/argonne-national-ai-supercomputing-rfi): Argonne National Laboratory has asked industry, academia and other organizations how they might help build and use a large-scale artificial intelligence supercomputing facility on the lab's grounds. The Department of Energy laboratory posted a request for information on SAM.gov on Tuesday, with responses due Aug. 21.
- [GAO Urges FAA & TSA to Strengthen Aviation Cybersecurity](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/gao-faa-tsa-aviation-cybersecurity): The Government Accountability Office has identified gaps in the Federal Aviation Administration's and Transportation Security Administration's aviation cybersecurity efforts and issued five recommendations to enhance oversight and risk management.
- [OMB Pushes for CR Exceptions to Begin Navy Trump-Class Battleship Program](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/omb-cr-navy-trump-class-battleship-carrier-anomalies): The Office of Management and Budget has asked Congress to let the U.S. Navy begin its Trump-class battleship program, purchase additional munitions and fund materials for a future aircraft carrier under a proposed stopgap spending measure, USNI News reported Tuesday, citing a summary of the requested exceptions.
- [More Than 1,000 Personnel From 23 Nations Take Part in Cyber Shield 2026](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/cyber-shield-2026-national-guard-arkansas): The U.S. Army announced Sunday that the Department of War has commenced Cyber Shield 2026, its longest-running and largest unclassified cyber defense exercise, in Little Rock, Arkansas.
- [House Introduces Space Ready 2.0 Act to Modernize NASA Infrastructure](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/space-ready-2-0-act-nasa-infrastructure-haridopolos-moody): Rep. Mike Haridopolos, R-FL, and Sen. Ashley Moody, R-FL, introduced the Space Ready 2.0 Act on July 15 to modernize NASA infrastructure that supports the agency's missions and the growing commercial space industry. The bill would let NASA partner with public and private entities to upgrade roads, utilities and other shared facilities at NASA centers.
- [Air Force Col. John Ohlund Seeking a Few Good Contractors for AI Data Tagging](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/air-force-abms-ai-data-john-ohlund-daf-battle-network-cjadc2): The U.S. Air Force has business opportunities for industry in helping the service use AI to better tag, or categorize, its data as it enters a transition period for its Advanced Battle Management System, according to a top officer.
- [INL to Help Lead Nuclear Energy Work Under INEC Tech Hub](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/inl-nuclear-energy-inec-tech-hub): The Department of Energy's Idaho National Laboratory will help lead nuclear energy technology work under a multistate economic development effort called the Intermountain-West Nuclear Energy Corridor, or INEC, Tech Hub.
- [Marines Evaluate New UAS Capabilities to Strengthen Regimental Operations](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/marines-jump-20-x-switchblade-300-loitering-munition-test-av): The 2nd Marine Regiment has completed the U.S. Marine Corps’ first conventional-level test of the JUMP 20-X Group 3 unmanned aircraft system equipped with the Switchblade 300 Block 20 loitering munition during Service Level Training Exercise 4-26 at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, California.
- [Chris Fall Steps Down as CAISI Director, NIST Chief Raman to Serve as Acting Head](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/caisi-director-chris-fall-resignation-arvind-raman): Chris Fall has resigned as director of the Center for AI Standards and Innovation, the Commerce Department's hub for evaluating artificial intelligence systems, a department spokesperson told online news site Axios on Monday.
- [Executive Order Seeks to Advance Domestic Critical Material Sourcing, Limit Waivers](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/trump-eo-defense-supply-chain-waivers): President Donald Trump has signed an executive order directing the Department of War to restrict waivers for critical materials used in defense acquisitions and require contractors to map their supply chains in support of domestic and allied sourcing requirements as part of efforts to secure U.S. defense supply chains.
- [NASA, GE Aerospace Complete Flight Demo of Megawatt-Class Hybrid-Electric Engine](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ge-aerospace-nasa-flight-test-hybrid-electric): NASA and GE Aerospace have completed a flight demonstration of a megawatt-class hybrid-electric engine, marking a milestone in a research partnership aimed at developing more fuel-efficient propulsion systems for future aircraft, the space agency said Monday.
- [DAF Names 14 Scientific Advisory Board Members](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/daf-scientific-advisory-board-new-members-2026): The Department of the Air Force has appointed 14 members to its Scientific Advisory Board, adding leaders from industry, academia and government to provide independent science and technology advice to senior Air Force and Space Force officials.
- [Johns Hopkins APL Secures $199M Air Force Sentinel Contract](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/johns-hopkins-apl-air-force-sentinel-contract-199m): The U.S. Air Force has awarded Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory a $199.3 million contract to provide services supporting the Sentinel program.
- [Navy Establishes PAE Maritime for Shipbuilding Oversight](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/navy-pae-maritime-shipbuilding-oversight): The U.S. Navy's new Portfolio Acquisition Executive Maritime organization has reached initial operational capability, establishing a new structure for overseeing surface shipbuilding, aircraft carriers and ship readiness programs, the USNI News reported Monday.
- [DOT Cuts Software Timelines From 18 Months to 18 Weeks Using AI](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dot-ai-software-modernization-bradbury): The Department of Transportation has accelerated its software development from roughly 18 months to 18 weeks by applying artificial intelligence, DOT Deputy Secretary Steven Bradbury said. Nextgov/FCW reported Monday that Bradbury described the gains at GovExec's Government Efficiency Summit on July 16, framing AI as an increasingly central tool in the department's modernization work.
- [How the Air Force’s Family of Affordable Mass Missiles Is Transforming Defense Acquisition](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/family-affordable-mass-munitions-usaf-anduril): The Pentagon is on a munitions shopping spree to replenish depleted stocks and one of its top priorities is the Air Force’s Family of Affordable Mass Munitions, or FAMM. This program will provide a low-cost standoff cruise missile designed for long-range mass to overwhelm enemy defenses, deplete adversary defensive weapon inventories, and complement more complex and expensive munitions.
- [Kirsten Davies: DOW to Host CMMC Listening Sessions to Get Contractors’ Insights](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/kirsten-davies-dow-cmmc-listening-sessions): Kirsten Davies, chief information officer of the Department of War and a 2026 Wash100 awardee, said DOW has published a request for information on its review of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification, or CMMC, program, and will host listening sessions across the U.S. to gather feedback from defense contractors, including small businesses and cybersecurity operators, Federal News Network reported Friday.
- [IARPA Launches Solutions Marketplace to Streamline Industry Engagement](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/iarpa-solutions-marketplace-industry-procurement): The Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Activity has launched the IARPA Solutions Marketplace, a new digital platform built to connect industry innovators with the intelligence community.
- [DLA Releases FY 2027 Guidance Focused on Digital Backbone, Supply Chain Modernization](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/dla-fy2027-guidance-digital-backbone): The Defense Logistics Agency is calling for a unified digital backbone linking its workforce and external stakeholders, as part of a broader modernization push.
- [NASA Selects SpaceX Starlink Lasers to Stream Artemis III Video From Orion](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nasa-spacex-starlink-lasers-artemis-iii): NASA will fly SpaceX laser communications hardware on the Orion spacecraft during the Artemis III mission in 2027 to deliver 4K imagery and video to viewers on Earth as four astronauts test rendezvous and docking operations with commercial human landing system test vehicles — work meant to pave the way for returning crews to the lunar surface in 2028.
- [ORNL Signs Memorandum of Understanding With Tennessee Startup Accelerator](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/ornl-the-company-lab-tennessee-mou): Oak Ridge National Laboratory has entered into a memorandum of understanding with The Company Lab, a Chattanooga, Tennessee-based startup accelerator, to broaden the pathways through which the lab's research reaches commercial markets, ORNL announced Friday.
- [AI Agent Flies Modified F-16 in DARPA, Air Force VENOM Test](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/venom-f16-autonomous-flight-test-darpa-usaf): An artificial intelligence agent has autonomously controlled a modified F-16 in flight for the first time under the Viper Experimentation and Next-generation Operations Model, or VENOM, program. VENOM is a program jointly run by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency and the U.S. Air Force to turn standard fighters into AI testbeds. DARPA announced the milestone Thursday.
- [US Senate Approves Nomination of Brig. Gen. Voorheis as AFLCMC Commander](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/jason-voorheis-aflcmc-commander-senate-nomination): The U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center announced Friday that the U.S. Senate has confirmed the nomination of Brig. Gen. Jason Voorheis as commander of the AFLCMC. 
- [USSPACECOM’s Current Operations Chief to Keynote 2026 Air and Space Summit](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/mark-bigley-keynote-2026-air-space-summit-govcon): Space Force Brig. Gen. Mark Bigley, chief of the Current Operations Division of the U.S. Space Command, will deliver the mid-afternoon keynote at the Potomac Officers Club’s 2026 Air and Space Summit on July 30. 
- [NGA Seeks Industry Input on Future GEOINT Analytic Technologies](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nga-rfi-future-geoint-analytic-technologies): The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency has posted a request for information, or RFI, to gather industry insight on Future GEOINT Analytic Technologies. The notice was published to the classified Intelligence Community Acquisition Research Center, or ARC, website on July 15, and is intended to inform NGA's approach to next-generation geospatial intelligence analytic capabilities.
- [Mike Lynch: GSA Eyes OneGov Expansion Beyond Software](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/mike-lynch-gsa-onegov-expansion-software): Mike Lynch, deputy administrator of the General Services Administration, said GSA wants to broaden the scope of its OneGov initiative to cover more than software and technology products from participating companies, NextGov/FCW reported Thursday.
- [NNSA, HPE, NVIDIA to Build 2 Supercomputers at Los Alamos National Laboratory](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/nnsa-lanl-hpe-nvidia-supercomputers): The National Nuclear Security Administration on Thursday announced plans to build two next-generation supercomputers, named Mission and Vision, in collaboration with Hewlett Packard Enterprise and NVIDIA.
- [SDA’s Third Tranche 1 Launch Puts 21 More Data Transport Satellites in Orbit](https://www.executivegov.com/articles/sda-third-tranche-1-launch-york-space-pwsa): The Space Development Agency has completed its third Tranche 1 launch for the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture, lifting the constellation's on-orbit count to 63 space vehicles. The agency announced the mission Thursday.