Best CIO Talk Network Podcasts (2025)

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Earth Observed | Episode 5: Jesse Uszkay | Why UX is the Missing Link in Geospatial Tech 26:33

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Episode five of Eearth Observed is live! This week, we welcomed Jessa Uszkay, Founder and CEO of Indicator, to the podcast, who shared her insights into the critical role of user experience in geospatial technology. They discuss the challenges faced by users in accessing and utilizing geospatial data, the importance of modern UX design, and how Ind…

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CR108: Season 5 Trailer, The future just dropped 4:53

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Dave, Esmee, and Rob are strapping in for another season of bold, brain-bending conversations—and they’re bringing the flux capacitor with them from Back to the Future. Season 5 beams in global leaders and innovators who challenge how we think about technology, business, and humanity. From AI disruption to digital sovereignty, from leadership to cu…

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AI GovCast: GSA’s USAi Platform Accelerates AI Adoption Across Government 26:20

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The General Services Administration launched USAi.gov to provide a secure generative AI evaluation suite that enables federal agencies to experiment with and adopt AI more quickly and at no cost. Designed to support the White House’s AI Action Plan, USAi puts tools like chat-based AI, code generation and document summarization directly into the han…

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Beyond Bank | CIO | Stevie-Ann Dovico 16:17

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In this episode iTnews speaks with Stevie-Ann Dovico, CIO and Group Executive of Technology at Beyond Bank, about her first year in the role and the technology strategy she’s building to support the organisation’s ambition of becoming Australia’s best relationship bank.By iTnews Australia

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Earth Observed | Episode 4: Bernhard Stadlbauer | Is AI Making Our Geospatial Tools Obsolete? 26:26

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It's time for episode four already! Tune into Earth Observed to catch our very special guest, Bernhard Stadlbauer, share his expert take on the transformative impact of AI on geospatial tools, the vision behind Earthscale.ai, and the criticality of making data more accessible. Bernhard is the Co-Founder of Earthscale, a cloud-native platform that m…

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HealthCast: HHS Data Plan Ushers in New Era of Collaborative Health Innovation 9:19

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The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is transforming how health data is shared and used, emphasizing transparency. Chief Data Officer Kristen Honey is spearheading an “open by default” strategy that moves away from top-down, siloed data management to a more collaborative model. HHS is pushing decision-making to local, state and regiona…

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[SPONSORED] Genetec | Community Connect empowers communities to collaborate with local police 9:03

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Anthony Caruana speaks with Stephan Kaiser, Genetec’s general manager for AutoVu, about Community Connect — a framework that empowers communities to collaborate with police by securely sharing video infrastructure. This initiative is helping neighbourhoods, councils, and businesses work together with law enforcement to improve safety and response t…

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Earth Observed | Episode 3: Tee Barr | Spatial Thinking 31:45

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Episode three is live! This week, Sam Warwick had the pleasure of hosting the wonderful Tee Barr, Director of Geospatial Product at Verisk. Tune in to hear Tee’s expert insights on spatial thinking as they dissect the most pressing trends and challenges in Earth Observation today. A huge thank you to Tee for taking the time to join us on the Earth …

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CyberCast: Federal Leaders Explore Geothermal Storage to Boost Data Center Resilience 8:54

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The White House released a new executive order in July — Accelerating Federal Permitting of Data Center Infrastructure —calling on government to develop AI-ready data centers, streamline federal permitting and encourage private investment in critical infrastructure. Federal agencies are focusing on system resilience to withstand rising environmenta…

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DPV Health | Former CIO | Noel Toal 22:09

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Melbourne-based not-for-profit DPV Health has replaced its annual penetration tests with bimonthly automated attack simulations, aiming to strengthen its vulnerability management through more frequent and proactive threat assessments. Former chief information officer of DPV Health, Noel Toal, began exploring simulations after becoming disenchanted …

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Earth Observed | Episode 2: Jeff Butler | What does product market fit look like for EO AI? 28:21

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In this episode of the Earth Observed podcast, DeepRec.ai had the pleasure of catching up with Jeff Butler, Founder & CEO of ClimateGeo consulting, a next-generation consulting firm that translates climate, geospatial, and supply chain data into actionable insights for a sustainable future through innovative analysis and software. Tune in for Jeff'…

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GovCast: Inside FedRAMP 20x: GSA’s Pete Waterman Talks Speed, Safety, Automation 23:42

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FedRAMP 20x is redefining how federal cloud services get authorized —making them faster, smarter and more secure. Earlier this year GSA released the 20x pilot in an effort to increase the efficiency of authorizations and enhance security. Pete Waterman, FedRAMP director at the General Services Administration, unpacks how the program is streamlining…

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Earth Observed | Episode 1: Bill Greer | How Nonprofit Satellites Could Change Everything 35:56

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Welcome to the debut episode of Earth Observed, a podcast shaped by a shared fascination with our planet and the technology that transforms how we see it. This is a space to hear from the people designing satellites, building geospatial platforms, and turning vast streams of Earth data into tools for understanding and improving life on the ground. …

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GovCast: VA’s Platform One Offers Sandbox to Software 13:29

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The second Trump administration has spent 2025 accelerating its software modernization initiatives through the creation of agencies like the U.S. DOGE Service and other entities designed to digitize and modernize the American government. Modeling after DOD enterprise software container platforms, the Department of Veterans Affairs stood up its own …

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Strandbags | Group Chief Technology Officer | John Khoury 11:14

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How Risk Aware Leaders Build Lasts? 54:13

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In an era of black swan events, economic volatility, and rapid technological change, leaders must balance growth with governance to build organizations that endure. In this episode of CIO Talk Network, Dr. Ramesh Gopal, Chief Risk Officer for UAE & Saudi and Head of Credit Risk at CEEMEA for Deutsche Bank, joins host Sanjog Aul to share lessons fro…

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CyberCast: Bolstering Cybersecurity Posture is a Team Effort, GAO Says 9:15

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Cybersecurity is a critical component of organizational health no matter the federal agency. Yet, federal leaders across government are struggling to change culture, improve workflows and promote good cyber hygiene to prepare for the threats of tomorrow. The Government Accountability Office’s Information Technology and Cybersecurity division assist…

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[SPONSORED] Australian businesses leverage 5G to unlock their full potential 26:42

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Sponsored by Ericsson — In this episode, we explore how 5G connectivity is transforming the way Australian businesses innovate, compete, and grow. Drawing on insights from Ericsson’s Australia’s Enterprise State of Connectivity 2025 survey, we uncover why over 87% of enterprises see 5G as key to positioning Australia as a global technology leader —…

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GovCast: NRL Harnesses AI to Track Global Maritime Activity, Identify Threats 16:36

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Monitoring the world’s oceans and waterways is no simple task. 70% of the world is made up of water, and with millions of data points around the globe to sift through, human analysts cannot do the job alone. NRL’s Alan Hope joins us to discuss how the agency is leveraging relationships with federal agencies and services like National Oceanic and At…

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NT Police Force | Commander of Digital Transformation and Reform | John Atkin 26:15

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The Northern Territory Police Force has adopted a top-down change management strategy to oversee the delivery of technology and transformation programs, following setbacks during the rollout of its new core policing system. Commander of digital transformation and reform John Atkin led the effort to implement SerPro, the force’s long-overdue case ma…

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AI GovCast: How NASA’s AI Plan Boosts Government Efficiency 8:10

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NASA Chief Data Officer and Chief AI Officer David Salvagnini joined GovCIO Media & Research live from the Federal IT Efficiency Summit in Tysons, Virginia, to share insights into his dual role leading AI and data initiatives at the agency, including the development of NASA’s AI strategy and how it's being integrated with responsible data governanc…

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CR107: Reflecting on Season 4 – Highlights what we learned, loved and are planning next 1:31:46

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Dave, Esmee, and Rob take a moment to look back on the wild ride that was Season 4—revisiting the themes that sparked the biggest conversations and the guests who left a lasting impression. They also reveal what’s on their summer to-do lists and drop a few juicy hints about what’s coming in Season 5. Get ready—it’s going to be even bigger and bolde…

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GovCast: Doing More with Less is Muscle Memory for IRS, Former Deputy CIO Says 19:43

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Darnita Trower, former deputy CIO for Operations at the Internal Revenue Service, discusses her tenure at the agency and the resilience the workforce has shown through budget cuts, administration changes and difficult tax seasons. She said the agency is built to weather storms and is on a continuing modernization path. Trower is an accomplished exe…

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Australian Bureau of Statistics | Rob Walter 30:58

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This episode is brought to you by Brennan and the 2025 iTnews state of security report. Our first guest this fortnight is Rob Walter, the Director of the Agriculture Statistics Program at the Australian Bureau of Statistics. The ABS is increasingly aggregating government and third party data sources to build out its understanding of agriculture. Th…

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Low-Code AI Apps- Enabling Innovation, Ensuring Control 40:23

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Low-code systems democratize artificial intelligence tools, allowing nontechnical staff members to produce data-driven apps independently. This movement creates questions about governance, security, and quality control even while it gives innovators agility and speed. How can companies enable low-code tool-equipped business units to provide strong …

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CR106: Changing nature of large scale apps with Timo Elliott SAP 1:02:41

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The rise of structure software fueled globalization by streamlining operations across borders. Now, Cloud and AI are accelerating this momentum, enabling faster innovation, smarter decision-making, and scalable growth. By modernizing ERP with intelligent technologies, organizations can stay agile, competitive, and ready for the next wave of global …

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GovCast: Inside DOD’s Push to Grow the Cyber Workforce Through Academia 15:06

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In her first interview since becoming Principal Director of the Defense Department’s Cyber Academic Engagement Office (CAEO), Diba Hadi reflects on her role and vision for the office since stepping into the position in 2024 during the 2025 HammerCON conference in Laurel, Maryland. Hadi shares insights into her day-to-day responsibilities and highli…

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Co-Founder, CEO and CTO at Chain4Travel, Pablo Castillo | The Leadership Lab | Episode 48 38:59

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We had the great pleasure of speaking to Pablo Castillo, Co-Founder, CEO and CTO at Chain4Travel, in the latest episode of The Leadership Lab. Listen in for Pablo's unique take on innovating with blockchain in the travel industry, the importance of user interaction in business development, funding, profitability, and so much more. More about Pablo:…

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CR0105: How little we still understand about GreenOps with James Hall, Green Pixie 32:39

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GreenOps is a cultural transformation that empowers developers to turn emissions data into meaningful action, bridging the communication gap with ESG teams and exposing the critical truth that cloud cost and carbon cost are not the same, which fundamentally reshapes how we approach sustainable IT. This week, Dave, Esmee and Rob talk to James Hall, …

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GovCast: DOD Turns to Skills-Based Hiring to Build Next-Gen Cyber Workforce 19:49

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Mark Gorak, the Defense Department’s Cyber Academic Engagement Office’s (CAEO) director and principal director for Resources and Analysis, shares how his office is shaping the future of cyber talent during the 2025 HammerCON conference in Laurel, Maryland. Launched in 2024, CAEO has partnered with over 480 academic institutions nationwide to identi…

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SA Power Networks | Head of Cyber Security and IT Resilience | Nathan Morelli 16:04

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Our guest this fortnight is SA Power Networks’ Head of Cyber Security and IT Resilience Nathan Morelli. Our conversation is broad ranging but is anchored in a five-year cyber security strategy prepared and published by the organisation a couple of months ago, with a roadmap that is set to be updated annually. **** iTnews is launching the 2025 State…

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CR104 Quantumania part 2 with Catherine Vollgraff Heidweiller and James Goeders, Google Quantum AI 1:03:09

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Quantum computing in 2025 is rapidly advancing toward commercialization, with breakthroughs in algorithms, scalable hardware, and cloud-based quantum services driving real-world applications across finance, healthcare, logistics, and cybersecurity This week, Dave, Esmee, and Rob dive into the cutting edge of quantum computing with Catherine Vollgra…

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The Paradox of Speed : Scaling Innovation Without Losing Control 49:18

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The pressure to move fast has never been greater—leaders must accelerate digital transformation, deploy AI-driven efficiencies, and launch new business models faster than ever. But unchecked speed can create strategic drift, unmanaged risk, and operational chaos. How do leaders ensure velocity without recklessness, and what structures should be in …

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GovCast: New NSF Program Cultivates the Future of NextG Networks 20:33

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Competitiveness in advanced telecommunications technologies is critical to American innovation and national security. The National Science Foundation (NSF) recently announced the new Verticals-enabling Intelligent NEtwork Systems (VINES) program to foster U.S. leadership in advanced telecommunications and foster innovative real-world applications. …

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[SPONSORED CONTENT] Mind the AI innovation gap 19:15

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Sponsored by Brennan. A recent five-state listening tour of Australian boardrooms revealed a strong interest in artificial intelligence, but few tangible outcomes. Brennan’s Head of Digital Solutions, Steve Anderton, observed that while executives are eager to harness AI’s potential, adoption remains limited due to vague goals, misaligned stakehold…

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CRSP06 Bonus Telecom special: Big Frontiers of the Telecoms Industry, Vivek Badrinath, GSMA 49:41

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The telecom industry is undergoing a fundamental transformation. This shift is creating new business opportunities and services but also brings significant challenges in transformation and modernization. In this special bonus episode, building on our Reimagining Telecoms mini-series, we dive into the current opportunities shaping today’s dynamic te…

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Co-Founder and CTO of Yuuniq Health, Nicolaj Förderer | The Leadership Lab | Episode 47 17:56

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The leadership lab returns with another dive into deep tech! In this episode, we're joined by Nicolaj Förderer, the CTO and Co-Founder of Yunniq Health, a pioneering digital health startup that uses AI to equip medical practices with advanced tools for genetic profiling and efficient patient monitoring. With a technical foundation in Mechanical Eng…

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Australian Red Cross | Former CIO | Brett Wilson 14:11

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The Australian Red Cross is in the final stages of developing a data mesh approach using Microsoft Fabric following an earlier attempt at a more traditional centralised data lake. Now former chief information officer Brett Wilson discusses the project.By iTnews Australia

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CyberCast: Inside Oak Ridge National Lab’s Pioneer Approach to AI 21:54

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Edmon Begoli, Director of the Center for AI Security Research (CAISER) at the Energy Department’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory, highlights how his team is ensuring safe and responsible AI deployment across government during the AI+ Expo in Washington, D.C., earlier this month. The research team is developing cutting-edge tools and methodologies to…

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CR103: Cloud on the rocks [AAA]: Transformation into a product-driven enterprise 1:02:03

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[AAA] In 'Access All Areas' shows we go behind the scenes with the crew and their friends as they dive into complex challenges that organizations face—sometimes getting a little messy along the way. This week, we address the ‘big rocks’ that can obstruct or delay successful outcomes in organizational transformations. Dave, Esmee, and Rob are joined…

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GovCast: AI Enables Coast Guard’s Workforce to Transform Operations 13:50

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The new administration has released several new directives to guide agencies' approach to AI since the beginning of the year. The tech is reshaping the U.S. Coast Guard’s core services and pushing its workforce to rethink the service’s approach to operations. The Coast Guard has been on a journey to upskill its workforce to better utilize the techn…

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GovCast: DOL Turns to Workforce Development to Maintain AI Superiority 10:16

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Department of Labor’s Deputy Secretary Keith Sonderling outlines a comprehensive strategy to address the growing demand for AI skills in the American economy, during a live discussion at the AI+ Expo in Washington, D.C. earlier this month. Sonderling explains the federal government's multi-pronged approach to AI literacy, focusing on early educatio…

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AWS Summit 2025: A DOE National Lab Uses GenAI to Boost Efficiency 8:25

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Shannon Ayers from Lawrence Livermore National Lab unveiled a groundbreaking generative AI tool to boost operational efficiency at the National Ignition Facility. The tool leverages 22 years of institutional data, analyzing over 98,000 problem logs, to provide instant troubleshooting guidance for operators. By creating a decision-tree system, the l…

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CR102: Tattoos, Tech, and Teams, what ink means in the age of AI with Jitske Kramer, Corporate Anthropologist 56:30

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Every organization is built on people, structures, and culture. But culture isn’t static—it evolves with every interaction, ambition, and shift in circumstance. As IT drives business transformation, new technologies reshape how people connect and collaborate. In this ever-changing landscape, a strong, adaptive culture is the key to lasting success.…

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AWS Summit 2025: Idaho National Lab’s AI Applications in Nuclear Technology 22:19

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The Idaho National Laboratory is working on a suite of artificial intelligence capabilities to enhance nuclear energy research. During an interview at AWS Summit in Washington, D.C., the lab’s Scientific Computing Division Director Chris Ritter discussed how the organization is using generative AI to address complex scientific challenges across dom…

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AWS Summit 2025: Innovation Accelerates IT Delivery at DOD 11:56

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Technology and software development can take years to field capabilities that may no longer meet mission needs once they reach the finish line. Some department compliance practices can add 12-18 months for authorization. At the AWS Summit in Washington, D.C., Marine Corps Community Services Digital Program Manager David Raley said that his office i…

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AWS Summit 2025: NIST Secures High-Performance Computing Against Evolving Threats 9:11

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High-performance computing (HPC) systems provide fundamental computing infrastructure for government and industry. Security is critical for these systems that play a pivotal role in economic competitiveness and scientific discovery. At the AWS Summit in Washington, D.C., National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Computer Scientist Yang …

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GovCast: VA Plans Future EHR Deployment on Facility Relationships 20:33

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The VA is set to resume its electronic health record modernization program in 2026, nearly three years since it was paused in 2023. During the pause, the agency focused on developing a new strategy for deployment to improve success and boost patient safety. VA now plans to jumpstart the program with a focus on functionality and interoperability of …

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ICYMI | Colonial First State | Jeroen Buwalda 23:04

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CRSP05: Reimagining telecom industry pt.5 - Growth with Nik Willetts, TM Forum 38:43

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The telecom industry is undergoing a fundamental transformation. This shift is creating new business opportunities and services but also brings significant challenges in transformation and modernization. In a new five-part mini-series, Reimagining Telecoms, we will explore these challenges through five distinct lenses: Growth, Networks, Simplificat…