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Ideas in motion, not ideas behind glass.

This is my working notebook on AI engineering, strategy, knowledge infrastructure, organizational transformation, and the human systems that determine whether innovation becomes real capability.

The notes range from emerging research questions to practical operating models. Some will become papers, tools, talks, or products. Others are here because thinking improves when it is made visible.

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Revolutionizing Security Operations with AI: Insights from Palo Alto’s Jim Smid

Empowering Security Operations Centers with AI: Insights from Jim Smid

The overwhelming volume of data coursing through security operations centers (SOCs) mandates the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation, advises Jim Smid, the Chief Technology Officer at the Defense Department and Intelligence Community (DoD/IC).

Shaping the Future: DOE Encourages Feedback on AI’s Role in Power Delivery

DOE Solicits Public Input on AI’s Role in Advancing Clean, Resilient Electrical Power

The Department of Energy (DOE) has invited public commentary concerning the prospective application of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the U.S. electric grid infrastructure and promote the provision of clean, resilient electrical power.

Unleashing the Power of AI: Insights from Federal Leaders on Enhancing Mission Acceleration

Federal Leaders Discuss Accelerating Missions via AI and Security

With artificial intelligence (AI) revolutionizing a multitude of sectors, federal civilian community leaders have commenced sharing strategies and programs that harness AI to boost security, improve mission outcomes, and elevate workforce productivity.

Empowering Climate Change Mitigation and Grid Resilience with AI: DOE’s Call for Information

DOE Requests Information to Leverage AI for Climate Change Mitigation and Grid Resilience

The Department of Energy (DOE) is actively seeking information on the utilities of artificial intelligence (AI) in mitigating climate change and enhancing grid resilience. This measure will aid the DOE in crafting a comprehensive public report as required by the White House’s AI executive order.

Expanding AI Battle Network Experiments to Army, Allies, and Industry

2024 Global Information Dominance Experiments Set to Enhance Collaboration and Input

In 2024, the scope of Global Information Dominance Experiments (GIDE) is set to expand, inviting more input from the armed services, the Five Eyes allies, and a vast array of contractors. This move follows the events of 2023, where GIDE was a platform to launch a minimum viable version of Combined Joint All-Domain Command and Control (CJADC2).

Exploring the Synergy Between Microelectronics and AI Security

Examining the Relationship Between Microelectronics and AI Security

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to permeate our digital landscape, the influence of microelectronics – the tiny chips powering these technologies – can’t be overlooked. Ensuring the security of these essential components is now more critical than ever to safeguard larger digital ecosystems.

Russian Disinformation Strategy Evolves with Social Media and AI, Report Finds

Moscow Leverages Social Media and AI in Disinformation Campaign, Says Report

Following the expulsion of official outlets RT and Sputnik from various Western nations, Moscow has redirected its focus to social media platforms and generative artificial intelligence (AI), as per a recently published report.

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