Whistleblower Network News

OCTOBER 29, 2024

On October 25, the Washington Post announced it would not endorse a presidential candidate, breaking with the paper’s practice dating back to the 1976 election. The publisher and chief executive officer, William Lewis, justified the decision as “returning to our [the Post ’s] roots.” However, Lewis admitted to colleagues that the decision not to endorse a candidate was directed by the paper’s billionaire owner, Jeff Bezos.

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FedTech Magazine

OCTOBER 29, 2024

When more than 50 IT leaders gathered at Microsoft’s office in Reston, Va., to discuss a series of cybersecurity threats in June, the meeting came against a backdrop of rising concerns about attacks generated with the aid of artificial intelligence. The officials weren’t strangers. Many of them had met on an ad hoc basis in recent years, including Saturday mornings, following actual cyberattacks that worried government leaders.

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Federal News Network

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Just days ago, the White House came out with a national security memorandum devoted to artificial intelligence. It’s a catch-all for trying to keep the United States ahead of A-I developments in what the memo calls the new frontier. For analysis, the Federal Drive with Tom Temin spoke with the Executive Vice President for Policy at the Professional Services Council, Stephanie Kostro.

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FedTech Magazine

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Intelligence and defense agencies find they’re falling into a hybrid infrastructure model as they identify different compute solutions for the different missions they each have. For instance, the National Security Agency uses a mix of Commercial Cloud Enterprise (C2E) solutions, its own instances of a top-secret cloud, Hardware as a Service and on-premises offerings.

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FedScoop

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The Federal Trade Commission expects to make its first artificial intelligence use case inventory public before 2025, according to Mark Gray, the agency’s chief information, AI and data officer. In an interview with FedScoop, Gray said the agency’s AI use case inventory is “not quite ready to become public yet,” but pointed to the FTC’s compliance plan as the document that “lays out where we’re starting.

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SmallGovCon

OCTOBER 29, 2024

I recently returned from the 35th Annual Judicial Conference for the Court of Federal Claims. I wanted to send a hearty thanks to all of the organizers of the conference, especially Judge Tapp! It was a great opportunity presenting on the topic of Private Conflicts: How the New Private Sector OCI Rules Could Impact Federal Procurement. I also thoroughly enjoyed the other presentations at the conference.

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GovCon Wire

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Leidos saw its revenue increase 7 percent year-over-year to $4.2 billion during the third quarter of fiscal year 2024 and attributed the revenue growth to increased demand across all customer segments, particularly for managed health services.

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USFCR

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Do you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities? The National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR) is offering an incredible opportunity through its Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program. All funded projects must address the needs of individuals with disabilities and align with NIDILRR's mission, presenting a robust approach to significant technological or scientific questions.

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Kluwer Arbitration

OCTOBER 29, 2024

In Brazilian domestic arbitrations, it is not uncommon for parties to make arguments or requests based on the Brazilian Code of Civil Procedure (“BCCP”), even though the Brazilian Arbitration Act (“BAA”) does not provide for the application of such procedural rules to arbitral proceedings, not even on a supplementary basis. The question of whether the BCCP can be subsidiarily applied to arbitration has sparkled much debate.

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American City & Country

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Faced with rising costs and challenges due to an outdated phone system and legacy services from their previous provider, City officials sought a comprehensive solution for their communication infrastructure. Leveraging a cooperative contract through OMNIA Partners , the city utilized Granite Telecommunications to modernize their systems, streamline operations, and achieve significant cost savings through a more efficient solution.

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Federal News Network

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Chris Parente, Story Tech Consulting Chris Parente of Story Tech Consulting joins host Mark Amtower on this week’s Amtower Off Center for a wide ranging discussion on B2G content. Topics discussed include: The value of a content calendar Developing your own/your company POV Listening when customers and prospects talk as they are often telling you what they want to hear back from you Where to share your content Some caveats about using AI to generate content Learn more about your ad choices

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American City & Country

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Rye Neck Union Free School District , located 25 miles north of Manhattan, serves over 1,400 students across three buildings. Carolyn Mahar, the Assistant Superintendent for Business and Finance, is responsible for managing the district’s financial operations, drawing on her extensive experience in public accounting, insurance, and education finance.

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ExecutiveBiz

OCTOBER 29, 2024

OceanSound Partners, a private equity firm that invests in technology and technology-enabled services companies, has acquired integrated radio frequency and advanced communications products provider Antenna Research Associates, or ARA. The firm said Tuesday ARA’s management team will continue with their operational roles and remain as investors in the company.

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American City & Country

OCTOBER 29, 2024

By Kimberly-Clark Professional As stewards of school environments, facility managers and procurement professionals play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of students, staff, and faculty. The battle against germs and infections is ongoing, especially within educational institutions, which is why it is important for facilities and procurement departments to prioritize hygiene and budget-conscious choices.

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ExecutiveBiz

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Hexagon US Federal, an independent subsidiary of Hexagon Corporation, announced the promotion of Chris Reichert to president and CEO. In a press release Monday, retired U.S. Army Lt. Gen.

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American City & Country

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Overview In March 2023, an extraordinary flooding event occurred in the Tulare region of California, following record snowfall in the Sierra Nevada Mountains during the winter of 2022-2023. As a result, a veterinary research facility at a leading educational institution experienced severe flooding. The lab had to be evacuated, and adjacent facilities were also affected.

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ExecutiveBiz

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Google’s public sector arm has appointed Jim Kelly, a veteran sales leader in the federal market, as vice president of federal business. Kelly announced his appointment in a LinkedIn post published Monday.

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American City & Country

OCTOBER 29, 2024

As a former telecommunications executive who created business plans for fiber networks, I’ve watched Traverse City, Mich.’s efforts to build a fiber municipal broadband network with both interest and concern. The appeal of affordable, high-speed internet owned and operated by the city itself was understandable, particularly in a time when reliable internet access has become essential to full participation in the modern world.

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ExecutiveBiz

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Honeywell and Near Earth Autonomy will demonstrate autonomy capabilities on board Leonardo Helicopters’ AW139 aircraft under the U.S. Marine Corps Aerial Logistics Connector, or ALC, program.

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GovCon Wire

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Executive Mosaic has chosen Sharon Dunbar, vice president of cross-company business initiatives for General Dynamics Mission Systems, as chair of the Multi-Domain Group for the 4×24 Executive Leadership Series. The 4×24 Executive Leadership Program invites esteemed executives and professionals to a series of networking dinners to form relationships and discuss trends throughout the GovCon environment.

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ExecutiveBiz

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The Missile Defense Agency has awarded Raytheon a $900 million contract modification to provide continued operations and sustainment services for two ballistic missile radar platforms.

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GovCon Wire

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Special Aerospace Services, a provider of space and defense engineering and mission-critical communications systems, has acquired Alabama-based missile and hypersonic weapons company Concordia Technologies. The strategic acquisition is part of SAS’ efforts to position itself as a leader in the defense technology market, the Godspeed Capital Management-backed company said Monday.

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ExecutiveBiz

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The Department of Homeland Security is on a journey to unlock the benefits artificial intelligence has to offer. Ensuring AI tools are deployed responsibly requires a skilled team of experts with a strong understanding of the technology, and the department is taking steps to bolster its AI workforce.

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GovCon Wire

OCTOBER 29, 2024

In 2016 and 2020, foreign influence on the U.S. presidential election was a concern. Russian efforts were detected in 2016 in particular and Iranian activities were identified in 2020.

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ExecutiveBiz

OCTOBER 29, 2024

BAE Systems has completed tests on the M-Code signal tracking capability of its Global Navigation Satellite System, or GNSS, receiver under a program seeking the application’s integration into a broader array of platforms, including battery-powered handheld devices.

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GovCon Wire

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Graphika CEO Guyte McCord said government agencies that intend to understand online events, quickly identify threats and take action should recognize the key role of open source intelligence or OSINT tools and how such technologies could help them.

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ExecutiveBiz

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The U.S. Army’s Joint Program Executive Office for Armaments and Ammunition and General Dynamics’ ordnance and tactical systems business have opened a new facility in Marion, Illinois, to produce M119A2 propelling charges for 155mm Howitzer platforms.

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GovCon Wire

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Cloud technologies have become widely adopted across the federal government. The Department of Defense made a significant investment in cloud at the end of 2022 with its $9 billion multi-vendor JWCC contract. But now, two years later, what’s on the horizon for cloud in the public sector?

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Scottish Government Procurement

OCTOBER 29, 2024

There is less than a week left to complete the supplier survey. This survey is aimed at suppliers to the Scottish public sector. It closes on Tuesday 5 November at 5 pm. The survey covers a range of issues related to public procurement and the tendering process. We are encouraging all suppliers to take part, as the feedback you provide will be invaluable in helping us to shape future thinking on the policy and delivery of public procurement in Scotland.

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ExecutiveBiz

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Accenture Federal Services has received a potential $1.6 billion task order from the U.S. Air Force to modernize the agency’s multi-cloud Cloud One environment.

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Government Contracts

OCTOBER 29, 2024

A Sixth Circuit judge on Tuesday said he saw "problems" with a Michigan airport's argument that federal grants had enough requirements to make the airport effectively a federal officer, suggesting it cannot litigate a suit over its PFAS-containing firefighting foam in federal court.

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FedInsider

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Monday, November 18, 2024 | 2:00PM EST | 1 Hour | 1 CPE The Executive Order directing federal agencies to improve customer experiences (CX) and service delivery, issued in December 2021, directs agencies that, “Government must be held accountable for designing and delivering services with a focus on the actual experience of the people whom it is meant to serve.

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Government Contracts

OCTOBER 29, 2024

A bookkeeper enmeshed in a straw donor scheme to benefit New York City Mayor Eric Adams' 2021 campaign copped to a violation on Tuesday as part of a deal with the Manhattan District Attorney's Office, effectively closing out the case.

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Select GCR

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Want to expand your small business with government contracts? This article covers how a small business government contractor can qualify, find opportunities, and thrive in this space. We’ll explore essential resources, strategies for winning contracts, and compliance requirements. Key Takeaways Small businesses must qualify for federal contracts through various programs like the 8(a) Business Development, HUBZone, and Women-Owned Small Business Federal Contract programs, which ensure fair compet

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Government Contracts

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Prosecutors urged a federal judge on Tuesday to sentence a former Massachusetts Air National Guardsman to more than 16 years in prison for posting top secret military documents to the social media platform Discord, calling the crimes a historic and "breathtaking" betrayal of national security.

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WashngtonExec

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Accenture Federal Services has been awarded a task order worth up to $1.6 billion to expand and improve the U.S. Air Force’s multicloud Cloud One environment. This is the first of three follow-on task orders to the Air Force’s original Cloud One contract. Cloud One is the Air Force’s central multicloud, multivendor ecosystem for cloud [.

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