Science & Tech
CIA’s Last Classified Fax Machines Are About to Retire
A secure email system dubbed Gray Magic will replace the legendary analog technology.
Policy
If the Pentagon Drops JEDI, Then What?
DOD says the contract’s enterprise capabilities are still needed. But there are new cloud technologies that could fill the bill.
Business
It’s Official: New Air Force Ones Will Be Delivered Late
“Definitely a setback” said Lt. Gen. Duke Richardson, the U.S. Air Force’s deputy weapons buyer, as Boeing legal battle delays production.
Science & Tech
The Air Force Is Planning For a Future Without the F-22
Just four fighters will make up the future fleet: F-35, F-16, F-15EX, and NGAD, chief says.
Business
New Air Force One Delayed by COVID, Boeing Subcontractor
Boeing has fired GDC Technics, which is suing its erstwhile employer.
Policy
Court to Explore Whether Trump Officials Interfered in JEDI Contract
The Defense Department previously said lengthy litigation could threaten the contract’s future.
Policy
White House Wants Industry Input on New Software Security Rules
The administration wants to make sure the private sector has the ability to weigh in on procurement standards in an impending executive order.
Business
Raytheon Giving Employees Bonuses for Getting COVID-19 Vaccine
The company is not requiring employees to get the shots, but some facilities could be off-limits to the unvaccinated.
Science & Tech
UK ‘Absolutely’ Will Buy More F-35s, Procurement Minister Says
But Jeremy Quin declined to say whether the 138-jet goal remains unchanged.
Business
New Small Aircraft Carrier Unlikely, Admiral Says As US Navy Begins New Assessment
Air warfare chief: “I believe the L-class ships operating with the F-35B fit that bill.”
Ideas
Biden Should Shoot This Acquisition Down
Lockheed’s purchase of Aerojet Rocketdyne would strike a blow to competition and innovation.
Science & Tech
DARPA Aims to Boost US Manufacturing of Certain Chips
Better processes for converting general-purpose chips to specialized ones would pay big dividends, agency says.
Science & Tech
