Cyber Defense
DARPA’s massive defensive AI challenge begins in December
The original announcement of the AIxCC challenge — and its millions in prize money — made waves at Black Hat 2023.
Navy’s first cyber strategy looks beyond cybersecurity to digital operations
The military branch must “fully account for new realities presented by cyberspace and the information environment,” the inaugural strategy asserts.
AI can help agencies enhance their cyber defense, study finds
General Dynamics Information Technology’s recent survey of 200 federal officials involved in cyber decisions found that AI tools could help address human-caused vulnerabilities.
NIST releases revised cyber requirements for controlled unclassified information
The proposed revisions will ideally serve as a “balanced, strong starting point” for agencies and contractors that deal with sensitive information, a NIST official said.
Cyber Director nominee talks AI, collaboration at confirmation hearing
Harry Coker, the Biden Administration's choice to lead the Office of the National Cyber Director, said he'll draw on his experience as a program manager to make sure agencies hit their milestones on implementing the government's cyber strategy.
DISA looks to the open market for secure web browsing contract
A contracting notice indicates that the Defense Department is looking to compete the service that protects its systems from web-based attacks.
US cyber agencies in 'very close contact' with Israel after unprecedented Hamas attacks
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency is “working in partnership” with Israeli cyber forces to thwart cyberattacks, a top official said on Thursday.
CISA launches ‘Secure Our World’ Cybersecurity Awareness Month
This year looks to be bigger than ever, due in no small part to the massive uptick in cyberattacks across the board.
Democrats fear cyberattacks as government shutdown looms
Lawmakers are expressing concerns that the shutdown could radically hinder the work of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency in responding to major ransomware incidents and other digital intrusions.
New Pentagon cyber strategy emphasizes industry and global partnerships
A top Defense Department official described the private sector as “absolutely essential” in implementing the agency’s new cyber strategy.
HHS looks to improve cybersecurity coordination
The agency is utilizing a relaunched cybersecurity coordination center and additional programs to significantly ramp up interactions with key partners, a top official said.
CISA seeks vendor commitments to boost cybersecurity in K-12 schools
The nation’s cyber defense agency is building onto White House efforts to secure schools' systems nationwide with the help of major education software companies.
Emerging tech is an SBA priority for both internal systems and external assistance
The Small Business Administration is leading the charge to democratize access to emerging technologies — particularly AI — across U.S. companies.
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