Month: April 2021

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Drones

DARPA’s plan to use drones to find drones | C4ISRET

DARPA

The US military has been developing counter-drone systems to defeat small unmanned aircraft systems. But to be able to work, they must see the drones first, which can be challenging in open areas and is even harder in cities. With this, the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency is planning to launch an Aerial Dragnet program to help the military find the drones. Specifically, DARPA will be using sensors mounted on drones to detect, classify and track small drones in dense, urban environments.

Source: https://www.c4isrnet.com/show-reporter/c4isrnet-conference/2021/04/22/darpas-plan-to-use-drones-to-find-drones/?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=EBB%2004.23.21&utm_term=Editorial%20-%20Early%20Bird%20Brief

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Cyber Security

DOD zero-trust strategy coming this year, CIO says | FedScoop

Lisa Ferdinando, DOD

In an announcement made by John Sherman last Thursday, the DOD is set to release a zero-trust architecture strategy this year, which will be an addition to the increasing list of new zero-trust-related documents. DOD has only shared a few details, but it is expected that the strategy will improve the cybersecurity of DOD networks. Zero trust is a security architecture that gives users zero trust while limiting their access to roam in a network.

Source: https://www.fedscoop.com/dod-zero-trust-strategy-2021-john-sherman/

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Artificial Intelligence

AI leaders: DoD must be more transparent with startups | CISRNET

In the C4ISRNET Conference last April 21, artificial intelligence experts urged the Department of Defense to become more transparent and communicative with startup companies to bring innovative technologies. This means that DoD must become more accurate and articulate to its requirements. According to Sarah Pearson, a commercial executive for artificial intelligence and machine learning at the DIU, a piece on transparency and communication will keep the ecosystem healthy and keep the industry interested in participating.

Source: https://www.c4isrnet.com/show-reporter/c4isrnet-conference/2021/04/22/ai-leaders-dod-must-be-more-transparent-with-startups/?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=EBB%2004.23.21&utm_term=Editorial%20-%20Early%20Bird%20Brief

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Space Force

Space Force unveils plans for Space Systems Command | C4ISRNET

In an announcement made Thursday, the U.S. Space Force is set to reorganize its acquisitions organization this summer under the new Space Systems Command. Specifically, Space and Missile Systems Center (SMC) will be replaced with the Space Systems Command (SSC) to speed up new technology delivery. The restructuring will elevate SMC’s responsibilities to a Space Force Field Command. The newest organization is in charge of developing, acquiring, fielding, and sustaining space capabilities. It will also launch Space Force’s new satellites, test them on orbit and sustain the constellations. 

Source: https://www.c4isrnet.com/battlefield-tech/space/2021/04/08/space-force-unveils-plans-for-space-systems-command/ 

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Robots

Should I Watch These 2 Top Robotics Stocks? | CMC Markets

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In 2019, the global robotics market was valued at $39.72 billion and was expected to grow by 25.4% in the coming years, making it a hot topic for investors looking to see impressive returns. Of all robotics companies, two are currently in the limelight: Raytheon Technologies and iRobot. Raytheon is a technology and innovation leader specializing in robotics, defense, aerospace, civil government, and cybersecurity solutions, with sales topping $16.4 billion last year despite the impact of the COVID-19 on the global economy. On the other hand, iRobot is a $3 billion company specializing in designing and building consumer robots, including automated vacuum and mops for households. 

Source: https://www.cmcmarkets.com/en/opto/should-i-watch-these-2-top-robotics-stocks