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Building zero trust as IT devices continue to multiply

During this exclusive webinar, moderator Scott Maucione and guest Steve Wallace, chief technology officer at the Defense Information Systems Agency will discuss the IT landscape and asset management in the era of zero trust. In addition, Tom Kennedy, vice president at Axonius will provide an industry perspective.

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Ask the CIO: Defense Logistics Agency

In this exclusive webinar edition of Ask the CIO, host Jason Miller and his guests from the Defense Logistics Agency will dive into the warehouse modernization system and future strategies at the DLA. In addition, Zebra Technologies' John Wirthlin will provide an industry perspective.

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Episode 16: Government and industry communication and collaboration – a discussion with Department of Homeland Security procurement

In this episode of Market Chat!, we heard from 3 senior procurement officials from the Department of Homeland Security. 

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Episode 18: Marketing artificial intelligence (AI) solutions to federal agencies

In this episode of Market Chat!, a top artificial intelligence (AI) official at the General Services Administration discusses how the federal AI marketplace is maturing, and a panel of three senior marketing officials discuss how their companies are tuning their AI marketing messages to address evolving government needs and challenges.

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Episode 19: Reflections of a former Office of Small & Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) executive

In this episode of Market Chat we talk with Emily Harman, former Senior Executive Service and Director of the Department of the Navy’s Office of Small Business Programs and the founder of the Onward Movement. Emily will discuss with us what she learned from a very early age all the way thru her 38-year career with the Navy.

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Episode 22: Marketing IT Service Offerings

In this episode of Market Chat we discuss with 3 field experts how to ensure your marketing is on target with helping government performance, customer experience and operational costs.

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Best practices for implementing DevSecOps

In this exclusive ebook, we share pointers on establishing DevSecOps from the Army, GSA, NGA, the National Museum of African American History and Culture, OMB, VA and industry experts from Atlassian, Datadog, Invicti Security, Red Hat and Second Front Systems.

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Enabling intelligence work across classification levels

As the Intelligence Community blends open source and public data with its own intel, balancing the use and development of AI tools to analyze data, and strategies for sharing data appropriately across classified teams, creates new challenges. Download this executive briefing to read more!

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Delivering on artificial intelligence’s potential

As agencies move beyond artificial intelligence and machine learning pilots, we find out what it takes to be successful. We talk with experts from the Army, CISA, DoD, GSA, NGA, NRO, NTIS, OSTP and from ABBYY, DataRobot, H2O, MarkLogic and Red Hat.

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How to secure containerized applications

How can agencies take advantage of containers securely? We find out by talking with software development experts at FAA, NASA, Carnegie Mellon’s Software Engineering Institute and Rancher Government Solutions for our exclusive ebook on securing containerized applications. | Download it now!

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Strategic approaches to modernizing DoD warehouse operations

Learn how initiatives in the Air Force, Defense Logistics Agency and Navy are reinventing warehouse operations so that DoD teams can gain end-to-end visibility across their inventories, facilities and even people. Download our exclusive ebook.

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Legionella bacteria in your office’s water? Don’t be alarmed

GSA is testing the water systems at 1,400 federal facilities to create a baseline and remediate any findings of Legionella and other problems.

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Other transaction authorities may be low-friction, but they’re not protest-proof

Other transaction authorities have become popular. But follow-on orders are not protest proof.

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SBA initiates ‘seismic shift’ in small business contracting

Federal procurement experts say applying the “rule of two” to all task order contracts is codification of the Tolliver decision by the Court of Federal Claims.

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Key Republican calls for ‘generational’ increase in defense spending to counter US adversaries

The top-ranking Republican on a Senate committee that oversees the military is calling for a “generational investment” in America’s defense.

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Ospreys face flight restrictions through 2025 due to crashes, military tells Congress

The military's hundreds of V-22 Ospreys will not be permitted to fly their full range of missions until at least 2025 following a series of deadly crashes.

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US proposes rules to stop Americans from investing in Chinese technology with military uses

The Treasury Department has fleshed out its proposed rule that would restrict and monitor U.S. investments in China for artificial intelligence, computer chips and quantum computing. The proposed rule, released Friday, stems from President Joe Biden’s August 2023 executive order regarding the access that “countries of concern” have to American dollars that fund advanced technologies, which the U.S. government says would enhance their military, intelligence, surveillance and cyber capabilities. The order identified China, Hong Kong and Macau as countries of concern.

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As recruiting rebounds, the Army will expand basic training to rebuild the force for modern warfare

The added training will begin in October and comes as the Army tries to reverse years of dismal recruiting when it failed to meet its enlistment goals.

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Hundreds of troops kicked out under ‘don’t ask, don’t tell’ get upgraded to honorable discharges

The development Tuesday is the latest over the decades to undo past discrimination against LGBTQ service members.

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Senate approves bill to aid vets exposed to toxic burn pits

The Senate has given final approval to a bill enhancing health care and disability benefits for millions of veterans exposed to toxic burn pits while serving in Iraq and Afghanistan.

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‘Momentous’: Asian Americans laud Anna May Wong’s US quarter

More than 60 years after Anna May Wong became the first Asian American woman to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, the pioneering actor has coined another first, quite literally. With quarters bearing her face and manicured hand set to start shipping Monday, per the U.S. Mint, Wong will be the first Asian American to grace U.S. currency. Wong was known for fighting against stereotypes foisted on her by a white Hollywood. She is one of five women being honored this year as part of the U.S. Mint's American Women Quarters program.

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Sony Float Run review: Do you really need running-specific headphones?

Note:This article was first published on 27 August 2023

Over-ear headphones are really mini speakers beside your ear. They are marketed as being "open" for environmental awareness during outdoor sport activities, but is this format too niche for regular use?

You can buy the Sony Float Run for S$199 on the Sony Online Store, as well as official stores on Shopee and Lazada.




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Samsung Galaxy Watch6 and Watch6 Classic video review: All the upgrades, but are they enough?

Note:This video was first published on 23 October 2023.

What are the upgrades are you getting with Samsung’s latest Galaxy Watch6 and Watch6 Classic? How do they compare to the Galaxy Watch5 Pro?

Make sure to watch the Galaxy Watch4 review as well to know all the features of Samsung's BioActive Sensor and WearOS for Galaxy.

You can get the Galaxy Watch6 Series on Samsung's Online Store.




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Return of the Note-tificent

HWM March 2022 is out and we talk about the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra, but more specifically how I value practical functionality over pure performance features in new tech products.



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Should you buy an electric car now?

What does it take to buy an electric car now?



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Weekend Drives: Hyundai Kona Electric - An entry-level EV

With fuel prices soaring, I tried an affordable (relatively speaking, of course) electric car for a weekend.



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Build Your Own Mechanical Keyboard #HWZtechmeup S3 Ep03

Note:This video was first published on 2 December 2022
Give a lady a keyboard, and she types for a day. Teach a lady to build a fully-customised mechanical keyboard, and she will type for a lifetime...




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From Pebble to Apple: The smartwatch's journey over the years from gimmick to quintessential

I stumbled upon my Pebble smartwatch collection while decluttering, and it sent me down memory lane! We've come a long way since the 'OG' smartwatch craze to today's Apple Watch Ultra 2. Who else remembers the early days of smart tech on our wrists? #TechThrowback #SmartwatchEvolution #PebbleToAppleWatch #TechNostalgia




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Sanofi/GSK launch Phase III trial of COVID-19 vaccine, will test efficacy against variants

Sanofi/GSK launch Phase III trial of COVID-19 vaccine, will test efficacy against variants




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COVID pandemic's impact on work is 'cataclysmic,' says International Labour Market head

COVID pandemic's impact on work is 'cataclysmic,' says International Labour Market head




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Brussels launches antitrust probe into Google's digital ad tech practices

Brussels launches antitrust probe into Google's digital ad tech practices




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Tell Instagram your birthday or get blocked as app introduces age verification

Tell Instagram your birthday or get blocked as app introduces age verification




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Robots can trick us into thinking we are socially interacting and slow our reactions, scientists say

Robots can trick us into thinking we are socially interacting and slow our reactions, scientists say




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The Antarctic ozone hole is among the largest on record, how does it affect me?

The Antarctic ozone hole is among the largest on record, how does it affect me?




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Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine awarded to David Julius and Ardem Patapoutian

Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine awarded to David Julius and Ardem Patapoutian




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Euronews Debates | Profit vs public good: How can innovation benefit everyone?

Euronews Debates | Profit vs public good: How can innovation benefit everyone?




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The Vikings settled in North America 500 years before Christopher Colombus, study reveals

The Vikings settled in North America 500 years before Christopher Colombus, study reveals




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Russian doctor who criticised war in Ukraine sentenced to five years in prison

Russian doctor who criticised war in Ukraine sentenced to five years in prison




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11.11 sale Singapore 2024: Best laptop deals from Microsoft, Lenovo, ASUS and more

Including discounts on some 2024 Tech Awards winners!




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Mac Buyer's Guide: Which Apple Mac should you buy?

With so many great Macs to choose from, it can be difficult to decide. Worry not, because help is here. #apple #mac #macbookpro #applesilicon




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LG Tone Free T90S earbuds review: Flagship features at a bargain price

ANC, Dolby Atmos, multipoint support for up to five devices, and even a UV sanitising charging case. These earbuds offer a lot of buck for the buck. #lg #tonefreet90s #tws




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Tesla Model 3 Performance review: Ballistic performance without the crazy price tag

Can you find a faster car for less money? I don’t think so. And that’s the main appeal of the Model 3 Performance. #tesla #model3performance #ev




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Apple iPhone 16 and 16 Plus review: The sensible choice (Updated)

The basic iPhones get pretty big updates this year. Should you get them instead of the Pro iPhones? #apple #iphone16 #appleintelligence




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The new Rode Wireless Micro is a small basic wireless microphone system aimed at smartphone creators

The Rode Wireless Micro might even be small enough to fit in your pocket. #Rode #Microphones #Vlogging




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Lenovo updates its Thinkpad notebooks with local pricing and availability details

Do any of these new Lenovo AI-powered notebooks make you want to spend your dollars? #lenovo #copilot+ #ai