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  • Software AG Releases M2M Accelerator Toolkit; John Crupi Comments
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    Software AG Releases M2M Accelerator Toolkit; John Crupi Comments

    Software AG has launched a suite of tools to help data analysts visualize and assess the performance of their organizations’ Internet-connected devices. The Internet of Things Solution Accelerator offering contains features for messaging, streaming analytics, in-memory processing, HTML5 dashboards and security, Software AG said Tuesday. Additionally, the package includes connectors to machine-to-machine platforms from AT&T […] More

  • Systems Made Simple Wins Recompete for VETSNET Program Contract
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    Systems Made Simple Wins Recompete for VETSNET Program Contract

    Systems Made Simple will continue its development support work for the Veterans Benefits Management System and Benefits Gateway Services program after winning a recompete for a contract. The company said Thursday it will facilitate the development, testing and standardization of the Veterans Service Network and BGS with the goal of detecting and addressing production issues. VETSNET contains applications that process compensation and […] More

  • HP Unveils Managed Private Cloud to Host Sensitive Gov’t Data; Jeff Bergeron Comments
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    HP Unveils Managed Private Cloud to Host Sensitive Gov’t Data; Jeff Bergeron Comments

    Hewlett-Packard has introduced a new private cloud technology offering for high-security government customers, FCW reported Tuesday. Adam Mazmanian writes the Helion managed private cloud is designed to host sensitive data under the Defense Information Systems Agency‘s Level 5 authorization. Jeff Bergeron, vice president and chief technology officer for HP’s U.S. public sector, told FCW the new […] More

  • Lockheed Extends National Cyber Range Operations Support for Five Years
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    Lockheed Extends National Cyber Range Operations Support for Five Years

    Lockheed Martin has received a five-year, $14 million contract to continue its operation and sustainment support for cyber operation simulations at the National Cyber Range, Nextgov reported Friday. Aliya Sternstein writes Lockheed first joined the program in 2009 and signed an $80 million contract in 2012 to operate the range. The U.S. Army is allocating $5.6 million […] More

  • Oracle, Imagination Technologies to Bring Java to MIPS Systems; Nandini Ramani Comments
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    Oracle, Imagination Technologies to Bring Java to MIPS Systems; Nandini Ramani Comments

    Oracle has partnered with Imagination Technologies to update Java for embedded systems, Internet of Things applications, 32-bit and 64-bit MIPS architectures and systems by utilizing Imagination’s PowerVR graphics. Imagination said Thursday that bringing Java, such as Oracle Java Development Kit and Oracle Java SE Embedded, to MIPS32 and MIPS64 could help increase usage of Java for networking equipment, mobile […] More

  • John Devolites Joins Neustar as Data Services VP; Steve Edwards Comments
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    John Devolites Joins Neustar as Data Services VP; Steve Edwards Comments

    John Devolites, formerly general manager of TEOCO Corp., has joined Neustar Inc. as vice president of data services. Devolites will report to Steve Edwards, senior vice president of data services, and be responsible for Neustar’s order management services, information services and analytics strategy, the company said Tuesday. “John has a proven track record of applying […] More

  • Unisys Stealth Wins Cybersecurity Technology Award; Rod Sapp Comments
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    Unisys Stealth Wins Cybersecurity Technology Award; Rod Sapp Comments

    Unisys‘ Stealth product has received TechAmerica Foundation’s American Technology Award in the cybersecurity category after a panel of technology leaders and industry experts selected the offering from among 12 entrants. “At a time when cyber attacks are increasing in frequency, scale and sophistication, Stealth takes a unique approach to protecting an organization’s vital assets from increasingly sophisticated threats both […] More

  • Bechtel Managers to Keynote at PIANC World Congress
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    Bechtel Managers to Keynote at PIANC World Congress

    Five Bechtel officials will speak at an international ports conference next week to provide insights on port infrastructure developments in the new millennium. Walker Kimball, managing director of the company’s global infrastructure business, will lead open the 33rd PIANC World Congress plenary sessions with a keynote speech on the need for innovation to better adapt […] More

  • NATO Adds FireEye Threat Defense Tool to Info Assurance Product Catalogue; Paul Davis Comments
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    NATO Adds FireEye Threat Defense Tool to Info Assurance Product Catalogue; Paul Davis Comments

    NATO has added a FireEye-built threat prevention tool to the alliance’s Information Assurance Product Catalogue and certified the platform for use by member nations and partner organizations. The NIAPC vets information assurance products and packages for NATO Systems Operations Centers through three levels of assessment that determine which information classification those products can secure, FireEye […] More

  • Harris Tactical Radios Connected Soldiers to Army HQ for Demo; George Helm Comments
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    Harris Tactical Radios Connected Soldiers to Army HQ for Demo; George Helm Comments

    Harris Corp. has demonstrated its tactical radio systems for the U.S. Army’s new vehicular-based radio networking program. Soldiers connected to command headquarters through email, chat and file download services using the Falcon III AN/VRC-118 mid-tier networking vehicular radio, Harris said Tuesday. “This successful demonstration represents a very important step for the Army in fielding a […] More

  • BlackBridge Gets $20M in Funding From Canadian Banks for Satellite Development; Richard Goode Comments
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    BlackBridge Gets $20M in Funding From Canadian Banks for Satellite Development; Richard Goode Comments

    BlackBridge has received $20.2 million from the Bank of Montreal and the Business Development Bank of Canada to finance the development of the company’s RapidEye+ satellites and the renewal of credit facilities. BlackBridge said Thursday it plans to use the funds for its geospatial product expansion efforts. “We are seeking strong long-term partners as we continue to grow our business, and both […] More

  • Pakistan Telecoms Firm Picks SAP Tool for HR System; Gergi Abboud Comments
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    Pakistan Telecoms Firm Picks SAP Tool for HR System; Gergi Abboud Comments

    Pakistan Telecommunication Co. has selected SAP AG’s cloud computing technology to develop new human resource processes, Daily Times reported Friday. PTCL will use SAP’s Success Factors talent management tools to centralize HR operations, according to the reports. The technology comprises systems for employee profile and organization chart, visualization, goals and performance, succession and career development, compensation […] More