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in DOD, News
Sabel Systems Unveils TDPWerx to Automate Technical Data Packages Validation
Sabel Systems has launched TDPWerx, a commercial off-the-shelf software product designed to automate validation of Technical Data Packages, or TDPs, used across Department of War acquisition, production and sustainment programs. As legacy systems slow mission speed, the Potomac Officers Club’s 2026 Digital Transformation Summit on April 22 highlights how top officials are modernizing government technology through […] More
by Miles Jamison February 10, 2026, 9:31 am
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in Contract Awards, News
State Department Extends Parsons’ Role in Global Diplomatic Security Under $91M Award
Parsons has secured a $91 million contract extension from the Department of State to continue providing security installation and support services for American diplomatic missions worldwide. The award represents the seventh option year on the Overseas Security Installation Services II, or OSIS II, contract, a 10-year program with a total ceiling of nearly $1.12 billion, […] More
by Kristen Smith February 10, 2026, 8:28 am
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in Artificial Intelligence, News
Carahsoft to Distribute Dataminr’s AI-Powered Threat Intelligence for Public Sector
Dataminr has partnered with Carahsoft Technology to provide the public sector access to artificial intelligence-powered real-time event, threat and risk intelligence capabilities. The Potomac Officers Club’s 2026 Artificial Intelligence Summit on March 18 brings together federal, defense and GovCon leaders to explore real-world applications of AI, machine learning and automation shaping today’s missions. Sign up now! What […] More
by Miles Jamison February 10, 2026, 8:23 am
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in Artificial Intelligence, DOD, News, Space
Diffraqtion Raises $4.2M in Pre-Seed Funding for Quantum Cameras for Space Surveillance
Diffraqtion has raised $4.2 million in pre-seed funding to advance the development of quantum imaging systems designed for space surveillance, Payload reported. The Somerville, Massachusetts-based startup also announced a $1.5 million Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency Direct-to-Phase II Small Business Innovation Research, or SBIR, contract for the demonstration of the company’s quantum camera technology. Gain […] More
by Elodie Collins February 10, 2026, 8:04 am
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in Industry News, News
TCOM Refreshes Brand as Elevated Awareness Portfolio Broadens
TCOM has updated its corporate branding to reflect the company’s expansion beyond traditional aerostat systems into a broader set of persistent elevated awareness capabilities. The rebrand includes a new logo and visual identity that, TCOM said Monday, aligns with its evolving product and service portfolio, which includes autonomous, long-endurance platforms and integrated sensing offerings. The […] More
by Kristen Smith February 10, 2026, 6:25 am
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in DOD, News, Technology
Lockheed Martin Unveils LampreyMMAUV Autonomous Submersible
Lockheed Martin has unveiled the Lamprey Multi-Mission Autonomous Undersea Vehicle, or MMAUV, a “plug-and-play” submersible designed to support U.S. Navy and allied operations in contested maritime environments. Lockheed’s recent launch of an autonomous submersible comes as the Navy and industry continue to evaluate new approaches to maritime systems. Related discussions and broader Navy priorities will […] More
by Jane Edwards February 10, 2026, 5:21 am
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in Cybersecurity, News
Carahsoft to Distribute Trout Software’s Zero Trust Security for Legacy OT Systems
Trout Software has partnered with Carahsoft Technology to make the Trout Access Gate on-premise, plug-and-play appliance available to public sector customers seeking to secure legacy industrial systems using a zero trust approach. Carahsoft said Tuesday it will serve as Trout Software’s Master Government Aggregator, offering the cybersecurity product through its reseller partners and contract vehicles […] More
by Kristen Smith February 9, 2026, 11:05 am
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in Executive Moves, News
John Epperly Named DirectViz Solutions CEO
IT services provider DirectViz Solutions has appointed John Epperly, most recently chief operating officer, as CEO. In a LinkedIn post announcing the appointment, DVS said Epperly will be responsible for sustaining operational execution, strengthening partnerships with customers and driving the company’s strategic growth priorities. The appointment is part of a planned leadership transition intended to […] More
by Jane Edwards February 9, 2026, 6:49 am
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in Artificial Intelligence, Executive Moves, News
Samantha Hamilton Joins Heven AeroTech as VP of Artificial Intelligence
Heven AeroTech has appointed technology leader Samantha Hamilton as vice president of artificial intelligence. The latest appointment at Heven AeroTech reflects continued leadership movement as AI adoption expands across the federal and defense landscape. Industry developments like this are expected to remain a key area of interest for GovCon stakeholders. The Potomac Officers Club will […] More
by Jane Edwards February 9, 2026, 6:25 am
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Booz Allen’s Steve Escaravage on Defense Tech Trends Driving the Future Battlefield
Steve Escaravage, president of Booz Allen Hamilton’s defense technology group and a 2026 Wash100 awardee, said the character of warfare is changing rapidly as the U.S. military integrates artificial intelligence, autonomy, electronic warfare and other new technologies into operations. What Did Steve Escaravage Say About Electronic Warfare, Drones & AI? In an interview published on […] More
by Jane Edwards February 9, 2026, 5:36 am
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in Executive Spotlights, News
Trellix’s Bobby New Still Loves Fighting Advanced Threats 30 Years Into GovCon Career
Bobby New, Trellix SVP for global presales solutions engineering, relishes working on tough issues that truly matter New is embarking on a major initiative at Trellix: ensuring its AI security platform is aligned with global, federal and commercial mission needs He sat down with ExecutiveBiz to talk cybersecurity, how Trellix approaches teaming, and the most […] More
by Pat Host February 9, 2026, 2:39 am
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in Cybersecurity, Digital Modernization, News
Leidos, RegScale Partner to Automate Cyber Compliance for Federal Agencies
Leidos and RegScale have joined forces to secure the federal enterprise, integrating Leidos’ UpHold Armor with RegScale’s Continuous Controls Monitoring platform to strengthen cybersecurity and streamline compliance processes for the U.S. Air Force and other federal agencies. Leidos said Thursday that the integration is designed to reduce the manual workload associated with authorization and risk […] More
by Kristen Smith February 6, 2026, 11:12 am