In a major strategic move, BigBear.ai has agreed to acquire Ask Sage, a cutting-edge generative artificial intelligence platform, for approximately $250 million. The planned acquisition, which the company expects to close in late Q4 2025 or early Q1 2026, significantly advances BigBear.ai’s capabilities in providing secure and scalable AI tools for defense, national security, and…
The U.S. Navy awarded General Dynamics NASSCO a significant $1.7 billion contract to construct two new vessels, T-AO 215 and T-AO 216, expanding the production line of John Lewis-class Fleet Oilers. This essential funding allows NASSCO to move forward with one of the most critical shipbuilding efforts supporting the nation’s naval readiness and logistics capabilities…
Manny Mora officially assumes the role of President and Chief Executive Officer at Kymeta, succeeding Rick Bergman. As Manny Mora Kymeta CEO, he immediately drives the company’s commitment to accelerating its crucial work in mobile satellite communications (satcom) technology for the Department of Defense (DoD) and allied governments. Bergman, the former leader, guided the launch…
The U.S. Senate successfully cleared a critical procedural hurdle by voting 60–40 to advance a bipartisan funding measure, moving the legislative body closer to resolving the nation’s longest Government Shutdown. This crucial vote allows senators to formally debate the modified continuing resolution (CR), which promises to reopen federal agencies and immediately restore pay for hundreds…
The Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) moves forward with plans to significantly enhance the Department of Defense’s (DoD Full Content Inspection) capabilities through a sole-source contract award to By Light Professional IT Services. This strategic initiative ensures the military network can detect and neutralize malicious cyber activity in real time, strengthening the DoD’s global defensive…
Startup Obviant will revolutionize defense spending visibility after securing a $99 million prototype award from the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU). This contract tasks Obviant with creating an authoritative platform that modernizes how leaders access and utilize budgeting, contracting, and acquisition data across the U.S. Government. Obviant’s solution represents a critical step forward in leveraging Defense…
Safran Defense & Space Inc. (Safran DSI) named Christopher Keeler Space President of its space solutions division, immediately tasking the industry veteran to accelerate the company’s expansion and capabilities in the U.S. space sector. Keeler assumes leadership of the U.S. space business, encompassing critical areas like spacecraft propulsion systems, onboard communications, space domain awareness, and…
Orbit Fab officially named Kevin Smith as the new Orbit Fab CTO, charging him with leading the company’s mission to commercialize satellite refueling and space mobility. Smith previously served as Orbit Fab’s chief engineer, where he successfully focused the team on qualifying critical technology, including the Rapidly Attachable Fluid Transfer Interface (RAFTI) and the Grappling…
Acting Director Dr. Madhu Gottumukkala will detail the future CISA Cybersecurity Strategy this week during his highly anticipated keynote address at the Homeland Security Summit. The top civilian cybersecurity official plans to outline how the agency will redefine its mission, strengthen national resilience, and forge crucial collaboration strategies to meet evolving threats. Dr. Gottumukkala, who…
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) plans to launch a full-scale competition for a major follow-on contract supporting essential tactical communications systems for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This crucial effort, known as the ICE TacCom Recompete, presents an opportunity valued at over $100 million for industry partners. The successful bidder will replace incumbent contractor…