Tag: government programs
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Pentagon Drone Program Warns of Funding Lapse Setback
The Pentagon's drone program is at a critical juncture, with Lt. Gen. Steven Marks warning that a funding lapse could stall momentum gained since the program's inception over a year ago. Without crucial funds, including a potential $54 billion from the FY27 budget, the program's progress may start to wane.
Golden Dome Program Faces Funding Crunch
The US military's Golden Dome program is staring down a funding crisis, with development potentially grinding to a halt as early as October if Congress doesn't step in with extra cash. Without swift action from lawmakers, the program's future is uncertain.
CyberCorps Bolsters AI Focus as Funding Lags
Meet the game-changing CyberCorps Scholarship Program, which has successfully launched nearly 5,000 cybersecurity pros into federal roles over the past 25 years. By offering full scholarships and stipends, it empowers students to serve the nation in exchange for a commitment to work in federal cybersecurity.
US Steers Cybersecurity Scholarship Program Toward AI
The US government is overhauling its CyberCorps Scholarship For Service program, rebranding it as CyberAI SFS, to prioritize AI skills in cybersecurity. Students enrolled in the program will now need to be proficient in using AI to stay employable after graduation.
CISA Scraps Internships Amid Funding Lapse
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency's sudden cancellation of summer internships for cyber scholarship students has left aspiring cybersecurity professionals in limbo, compounding existing pressures on the program. This move comes as a result of a Department of Homeland Security funding lapse, putting the development of a specialized cyber workforce at risk.