Homeland Security Department details Cybersecurity Performance Goals business, critical infrastructure benefits
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently released Cybersecurity Performance Goals (CPGs) to aid businesses and critical infrastructure owners in considering measures to protect against cyber threats. “Organizations across the country increasingly understand that cybersecurity... Read More »
U.S. Sen. Peters, CISA Director Easterly and Michigan CIO Clark talk cybersecurity collaboration
In a fireside event moderated by the State of Michigan’s Chief Information Officer Laura Clark at the annual Michigan Cyber Summit, guests U.S. Sen. Gary Peters (D-MI) and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Director Jen Easterly discussed intergovernmental collaborations... Read More »
California touts efficacy of earthquake early warning system during recent Bay Area quake
California state officials are touting the benefits of its Earthquake Early Warning System, noting it provided over 2.2 million residents with advanced notification prior to a recent episode. “California continues to harness the power of science and technology to help keep our communities... Read More »
Justice Department details Honeywell agreement to pay $3.35M following False Claims Act violation allegation
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) recently detailed Honeywell International Inc.'s agreement to pay $3.35 million to resolve allegations it violated the False Claims Act by selling defective material. The DOJ alleged between 2000 and 2005, Honeywell sold its patented Z Shield material to... Read More »
BARDA invites Soligenix to submit contract proposal for thermostabilized Sudan Ebola, Marburg virus vaccines
Biopharmaceutical company Soligenix, Inc. recently received an invitation from the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) to submit a contract proposal for millions of dollars in development support for single vial, thermostabilized subunit vaccines for the Sudan ebolavirus... Read More »
Drug Enforcement Administration tout results from recent Violent Crime Initiative
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) recently touted the benefits of the agency's Violent Crime Initiative (VCI), noting the endeavor recently resulted in criminal charges against 42 defendants for various offenses. The charges, involving racketeering, violence, narcotics distribution,... Read More »
Boeing details initial delivery of upgraded Apache helicopter to Royal Netherlands Air Force
Boeing recently announced that it has delivered the initial AH-64E Version 6, or v6, Apache helicopter to the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF). The aircraft provides improved performance, sensors, and software. Boeing received a contract three years ago to remanufacture 28 RNLAF AH-64 D-model... Read More »
Coast Guard set to maintain Harmonized Waterway database for free public access
A database of national waterways known as the Harmonized Waterway project will soon be hosted and maintained by the U.S. Coast Guard, offering free access to the public for navigation, study, and monitoring. The Marine Safety Information (MSI) previously required referencing the National Oceanic... Read More »
Electric vehicle industry highlights need to accelerate critical infrastructure deployment
At the Cybersecurity Executive Forum on Electric Vehicles and Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure this week, government and industry leaders held high-level discussions on the state of vehicular cybersecurity, how to proceed, and, importantly, stressed desires for a quicker rollout of critical... Read More »
CEPI, SK bioscience collaboration seeks to address rapid Disease X response
Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI) and SK bioscience personnel are touting a collaboration to facilitate rapid response to unknown pathogens with epidemic and pandemic potential or Disease X. The partnership agreement, in which CEPI is slated to provide up to $40 million in... Read More »
Justice Department charges 13 for allegedly working with China to exert influence in U.S.
Across three cases, the United States Attorneys’ Offices for the Eastern District of New York and the District of New Jersey charged 13 individuals with conspiracy, obstruction, and attempts to aid the People’s Republic of China (PRC) in exerting influence in-country. According to unsealed... Read More »
Sens. Portman, Klobuchar urge Synthetics Trafficking and Overdose Prevention Act implementation
U.S. Sens. Rob Portman (R-OH) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) recently forwarded correspondence to the Biden administration, encouraging the implementation of the Synthetics Trafficking and Overdose Prevention (STOP Act) to address increased illegal opioids entering the country. The senators... Read More »
PAWS Act signed into law, bringing greater attention to animals during natural disasters
In the wake of the passage of his Planning for Animal Wellness (PAW) Act earlier this month, U.S. Sen. Gary Peters (D-MI) toured the American Red Cross at its Lansing, Mich., chapter this week to highlight community efforts to help them – and their pets – recover from natural... Read More »
Lockheed Martin, Red Hat tout military mission AI initiatives
Aerospace company Lockheed Martin and software firm Red Hat personnel have detailed a collaboration they said seeks to advance artificial intelligence (AI) innovation regarding military missions. Red Hat Device Edge would enable Lockheed Martin to support national security missions by applying... Read More »