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The @DeptofWar delivered more than 25,000 drone and counter-drone systems to @CENTCOM this year, using about $782 million to accelerate the deployment of low-cost autonomous capabilities. meritalk.pulse.ly/dsxkkvq8z3

Former HHS official Brian Mazanec brings more than two decades of experience in critical infrastructure protection, emergency preparedness, and cybersecurity response to his new role at @CISAgov. meritalk.pulse.ly/ujvckmznnn

Chief of Space Operations Gen. Douglas Schiess declined to discuss the types or capabilities of U.S. weapons in orbit, citing a recent Russian satellite incident as an example of why space domain awareness is critical to protecting U.S. and allied assets. meritalk.pulse.ly/r3ntsw1dcx

Three watchdog groups allege the future-warfare advisory committee violates federal transparency law and are asking a court to stop its work until it meets statutory requirements. meritalk.pulse.ly/ig1otbyqqc

A U.S. Department of Energy national laboratory turned to @Abnormal AI to strengthen email security and detect threats that bypassed existing defenses. Learn more in the case study: abnormal.pulse.ly/tzphbtnm5l

As cyber and climate threats grow, critical infrastructure needs autonomous adaptability. Join @AFCEABethesda on Nov. 18 for the 2026 EIE Summit to explore quantum-safe, self-healing architectures. Register: afceachapters.pulse.ly/ohw5u… #EIE26 #Cybersecurity

New staff titles at @USGSA: Jennifer Hill will oversee GSA’s federal acquisition operations as the agency pursues procurement consolidation and acquisition reforms, while Mark Weiss will oversee the agency’s federal real estate portfolio. meritalk.pulse.ly/pqwrsiwyws

The @NSF is offering supplemental funding to existing grant recipients to expand AI education, mentorship, and hands-on learning opportunities for middle and high school students. meritalk.pulse.ly/rpvaeyx2gd

. @ODNIgov is exploring a cloud-based system to support financial intelligence, supply chain analysis, and other national security missions, with initial deployment expected in 2027-2028. meritalk.pulse.ly/t78kxjmvcw

Perplexity Enterprise and API Platform is the first cloud service to receive a full FedRAMP 20x Class C certification under the program’s Consolidated Rules for 2026. meritalk.pulse.ly/zssodqof9p

MeriTalk Interview: @CommerceGov CISO Ryan Higgins says increasing visibility and insight, filling gaps, and reducing risk anchor his team’s cyber strategy as AI, funding uncertainty, and evolving threats reshape the federal technology landscape. meritalk.pulse.ly/nr3pnz98gs

Project delays may free up funds. Continuous planning helps agencies reassess priorities. Hear @HHSGov’s Gus Chiarello, assistant secretary for financial resources, and @Aurigo_Software CTO Kevin Koenig discuss continuous planning. Register on demand: meritalk.pulse.ly/wtkutbqh1s

Thirty-five business associations want the annual defense policy bill to extend and update the Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015. meritalk.pulse.ly/merld9k9a8

A new @NIST roadmap includes updated response guidance, a stakeholder community, and work on agent monitoring, containment, and evidence sharing. meritalk.pulse.ly/jkygqotwy4

Bipartisan legislation would restore Congress’ independent technology assessment capabilities, giving lawmakers access to technical expertise on cybersecurity, AI, and other emerging technologies. meritalk.pulse.ly/ilubsotrf6

🔐 A #ZeroTrust strategy is only as strong as its execution. Join government and industry leaders Dec. 2 for @GDIT Emerge: Zero Trust, where we’ll discuss turning security plans into mission-ready implementation: billingtonevents.pulse.ly/vm…

An Oct. 27 @DeptofWar directive calls for examining security approvals, acquisition barriers, and organizational changes to improve digital services delivery. meritalk.pulse.ly/0l5dv6naac

A suspicious email from a familiar sender. An invoice that doesn't look quite right. These are among the email security challenges faced by a U.S. Department of Energy national laboratory, including phishing attacks, compromised supplier accounts, and fraudulent invoices. See how the lab addressed these threats with @Abnormal AI: abnormal.pulse.ly/piujs9w0gp

Leaders from the @USNavy and @USArmy outlined efforts to retire legacy systems, automate administrative processes, and speed software deployment to improve military readiness. meritalk.pulse.ly/39vcx8q9nn

Project Lifeline 250 will provide participating hospitals with cybersecurity support at no cost and test approaches intended for broader use. meritalk.pulse.ly/gman0fzq3n