Applied Information Sciences Launches GenAI Spinoff Word Exploration Technologies
Applied Information Sciences announced the launch of the spinoff company Word Exploration Technologies, focused on pioneering generative AI solutions. Former AIS chief technology officer and co-founder Vishwas Lele will be WordX CEO. Brent Wodicka will take over as CTO of AIS, and Lele maintains his position on the AIS board of directors. WordX’s first product,
Highlight, Katmai Professional Services Form Government Services Joint Venture
Highlight Technologies and Katmai Professional Services teamed up to create Katmai-Highlight Government Services. This joint venture partnership connects to Katmai and Highlight’s Small Business Association-approved Mentor-Protégé relationship. “Given both companies’ commitment to stakeholder equity and client impact, our strategic partnership with Katmai Professional Services made perfect sense,” said Aarish Gokaldas, CEO of Highlight. “I look
Excella Secures Minority Investment from Attain Capital
Excella has secured a minority investment from Attain Capital to enhance its delivery of differentiated technology solutions for critical client missions. “This investment is a big win for Excella and strengthens our position to execute our strategy,” said Excella CEO and co-founder Burton White. “Attain Capital’s approach closely aligns with Excella’s values and vision, and
MITRE Opens New AI Assurance and Discovery Lab
MITRE recently opened its new AI Assurance and Discovery Lab, aimed at discovering and mitigating critical risks in AI-enabled systems that need to operate in complex, uncertain and high-stakes environments. “Government use of AI will have consequential impacts on the nation and world, in areas such as efficient transportation, effective healthcare, and strengthened national security,”
Leidos Enters Strategic Collaboration Agreement with AWS
Leidos announced a multiyear Strategic Collaboration Agreement with Amazon Web Services, which will leverage each company’s strengths to accelerate innovation for new and existing customers in public sector and select commercial markets. “We’re excited to build on our existing work with AWS and create innovative solutions for our customers,” said Steve Hull, president of Leidos’
Leidos, Sourcegraph Join Forces on AI-enabled Software Development
Leidos has formed an exclusive partnership with the code intelligence platform Sourcegraph. Together, they will launch secure, generative artificial intelligence-enabled software development tools tailored for government clients. “Leidos is committed to providing our customers with trusted mission AI tools that help them prepare for success in an increasingly complex and dynamic world,” said Roy Stevens,
Arlington Capital Partners Closes Latest Fund at $3.8B
Arlington Capital Partners has completed fundraising for its latest fund, Arlington Capital Partners VI. The fund reached its hard cap, gathering $3.8 billion in total capital commitments, surpassing the initial target of $3.25 billion. Experiencing significant oversubscription, Fund VI is the largest in the firm’s 25-year history. “The success of this fundraise is a testament
ManTech Debuts Government-focused Data Analytics, AI Solutions Practice
ManTech has launched its Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Solutions Practice, building on its extensive experience in serving defense, intelligence and federal civilian clients. Vice President Brandy Durham, who has over 20 years of experience with Amazon Web Services, Microsoft and IBM in applying commercial AI solutions to national security challenges, leads the new practice.
Nokia Launches Nokia Federal Solutions
Nokia has launched Nokia Federal Solutions, a new division focused on delivering secure and innovative solutions to U.S. federal agencies. NFS will use Nokia’s global expertise and top technology, supported by Nokia Bell Labs, to meet the diverse needs of U.S. government agencies, the company said. “The U.S. government faces complex communications challenges in today’s
Enlightenment Capital Launches Space Platform Auria
Enlightenment Capital has unveiled the Auria platform, a solutions and software provider supporting complex space operations and space domain cyber missions of public and private sector federal, international and commercial customers. Auria is the result of merging four companies acquired in the space and national security sectors: Boecore, Ascension Engineering Group, Orbit Logic and La
Enlightenment Capital Invests in Ridgeline International
Enlightenment Capital has made a strategic investment in Ridgeline International, which provides proprietary intelligence and cyber technology solutions to control data, protect against Ubiquitous Technical Surveillance, and enable Digital Signature Management for intelligence and Defense Department customers.
Koniag Government Services Launches Strategic Partner Program with DecisionPoint, Leisnoi Government Services
Koniag Government Services has launched its Strategic Partner Program with DecisionPoint Corp., a service-disabled veteran-owned small business, and Leisnoi Government Services, an Alaskan Native Village Corporation in the Kodiak region. Through the program, KGS plans to remove barriers for partner small businesses and let them tap into new customers and opportunities. These partners share cultural
Brightstar Capital Partners Announces New Company Astrion to Drive Federal Impact
Brightstar Capital Partners has created a new company called Astrion, dedicated to advancing innovation and supporting customers in the U.S. government’s civilian, defense and space sectors. Astrion combines Oasis Systems and ERC, two leading government services firms with a 60-year history of commitment, successful outcomes and mission achievement. Astrion brings together over 2,800 employees across
Blue Delta Capital Partners Invests in Concept Plus
Federal IT solutions and services provider Concept Plus, LLC has received a growth investment from venture capital firm Blue Delta Capital Partners. Blue Delta’s minority-ownership investment will support Concept Plus’ strategic growth evolution, strengthen the executive leadership team and help the company assemble a board of directors. “Blue Delta’s successful track record and government services
White House Issues Executive Order on AI
The White House on Oct. 30 issued an executive order on uses of artificial intelligence, as it aims “to ensure that America leads the way in seizing the promise and managing the risks” of AI. To that end, the executive order “establishes new standards for AI safety and security, protects Americans’ privacy, advances equity and
Accenture Federal Services, Google Public Sector Team Up on Cybersecurity Center of Excellence
Accenture Federal Services and Google Public Sector launched a new Cybersecurity Center of Excellence to help federal agencies detect and respond to sophisticated cyberattacks. The new center will be powered by the threat intelligence of Mandiant and Accenture Federal Services’ cybersecurity services. “Today’s federal missions demand next-generation cybersecurity solutions that can pre-empt and detect threats
ManTech Teams Up with Georgia Institute of Technology on Cybersecurity
ManTech announced a partnership with the Georgia Institute of Technology’s Advanced Technology Development Center to support the growth and acceleration of startups built on cybersecurity-related technologies and emerging innovations. This is ATDC’s first such agreement with a federal systems integrator. “ManTech is proud to work with ATDC in an industry-leading initiative that will accelerate government
Noblis’ Field Guide Offers AI Primer for Public Sector
Both government and industry are increasingly investing in artificial intelligence, but many organizations remain unclear on how to leverage the technology to effectively power their missions. “While generative AI solutions on the market today may provide instant gratification through rapid ‘human-like’ responses, most of these solutions currently lack the ground truth necessary for accurate, unbiased
Leidos Adds Rancher Government Solutions to Partner Network
Leidos announced the addition of Rancher Government Solutions as an Emerging Technology Partner to the Leidos Alliance Partner Network. With RGS’s comprehensive open software for teams using containers, Leidos and RGS aim to meet the strict security and operational requirements of the U.S. government and military. This collaboration focuses on updating applications and using containers
Noblis Ventures Invests in SCOUT Space
Noblis, Inc.’s corporate venture arm, Noblis Ventures, has made a strategic investment in SCOUT Space, Inc., a space technology company focused on space safety and transparency, and an in-space observation data provider. “Now more than ever, space-based situational awareness (SSA) is critical to our national security and economy,” said Mile Corrigan, Noblis president and CEO.
Accenture Federal Services Announces New Federal Generative AI Center of Excellence
Accenture Federal Services has launched a Federal Generative AI Center of Excellence to help the government realize the possibilities of artificial intelligence technology. The Center of Excellence will serve as an immersive hub to design prototypes, scale pre-built solutions and accelerators, and apply generative AI models to mission-critical challenges federal agencies face. “Generative AI has
Appian Launches Appian Protect for Enhanced Monitoring, End-to-End Encryption
Appian has rolled out Appian Protect, a new set of security offerings providing data monitoring and end-to-end encryption for cloud and mobile applications. Appian Protect gives Appian customers more control over their security posture, with top-tier encryption capabilities, 24x7x365 monitoring, defense-in-depth data protection and a host of compliance accreditations. “Appian has an established track record
Madison Dearborn Partners Forms Partnership with Former Dovel Technologies Execs
Private-equity firm Madison Dearborn Partners, LLC has formed a partnership with industry veterans and former Dovel Technologies executives Damon Griggs and Jon Brooks, to pursue investments in the federal technology sector. Both executives have industry expertise and a track record of delivering growth. “Damon and Jon bring a wealth of expertise and proven success building
Empower AI, AI-Vets Announce Joint Venture
Empower AI has launched a joint venture company and mentor-protégé relationship with AmeriinfoVets Inc. AI-Vets is a Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business and TERO-certified Native American firm, specializing in diverse technology solutions like application development and engineering, artificial intelligence and machine learning, cybersecurity and infrastructure for federal and commercial organizations. The joint venture company between the
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