Protestors Disrupt Amazon Cloud Conference, Urge End of $1.2B Contract with Israel for AWS and Google’s Parent Company Alphabet

Protestors Disrupt Amazon Cloud Conference, Urge End of .2B Contract with Israel for AWS and Google’s Parent Company Alphabet

Protesters disrupted an Amazon.com Inc. conference demanding the termination of a $1.2 billion contract with the Israeli government, which is shared with Alphabet Inc. subsidiary Google. The protest occurred during a conference organized by Amazon’s cloud division, Amazon Web Services, in Washington. Protesters accused Amazon of complicity in the Israeli government’s actions in Gaza, where … Read more

IBM Secures $95 Million Contract from USAID to Enhance Cybersecurity in Europe and Eurasia – GovCon Wire

IBM Secures  Million Contract from USAID to Enhance Cybersecurity in Europe and Eurasia – GovCon Wire

IBM has secured a $95 million contract from the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) to enhance the ability of European and Eurasian host governments in identifying and addressing cyberattacks on critical infrastructure. The Cybersecurity Protection and Response Contract will aid USAID’s Europe and Eurasia Office in fortifying the cyber resilience of vital civil infrastructure … Read more

Cisco Secures Contract for 2028 Los Angeles Olympics – Light Reading

Cisco has secured a significant agreement to provide network infrastructure and security solutions for the upcoming Los Angeles Olympic Games in 2028. This partnership will ensure that the games are equipped with cutting-edge technology to support various operations and services. Cisco’s expertise in networking and security will play a crucial role in ensuring a smooth … Read more

Chip stock secures major Google contract and establishes foothold in AI sector

Chip stock secures major Google contract and establishes foothold in AI sector

Broadcom, a leading chip supplier, is expected to see a significant increase in its stock price following speculation that the company has secured a major contract with Alphabet for its next-generation AI ASIC accelerator chips. JPMorgan analyst Harlan Sur predicts that this contract could boost Broadcom’s stock by 20% from its current level. Sur estimates … Read more

HS2 secures £230k contract with IBM to enhance security strategy

HS2 secures £230k contract with IBM to enhance security strategy

HS2 Ltd, a government-owned agency overseeing the rollout of new rail infrastructure, has partnered with IBM in a six-figure deal to enhance cybersecurity measures. The contract, signed on May 10, will last for an initial four months with a potential two-month extension. IBM will assist in the development of a security operations center (SOC) to … Read more

VA Extends Oracle Cerner EHRM Contract for an Additional Month

VA Extends Oracle Cerner EHRM Contract for an Additional Month

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Oracle Cerner have agreed to extend their contract for the Electronic Health Records Modernization (EHRM) program by one month as they continue negotiations on a new contract. The VA renegotiated the contract with Oracle Cerner in May 2023 to make the company more accountable for technical fixes to … Read more

VA Extends EHRM Contract with Oracle Cerner for 1 Month

VA Extends EHRM Contract with Oracle Cerner for 1 Month

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Oracle Cerner have agreed to extend the contract for the Electronic Health Records Modernization (EHRM) program by one month while they continue negotiations. The VA renegotiated a stricter contract with Oracle Cerner in May 2023 to hold them accountable for technical fixes to the program. The new contract … Read more

VA Extends Oracle Cerner EHRM Contract for One Month

VA Extends Oracle Cerner EHRM Contract for One Month

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has extended its contract with Oracle Cerner for the Electronic Health Records Modernization (EHRM) program by one month as negotiations for a new contract continue. The VA renegotiated a stricter contract with Oracle Cerner in May 2023 to address technical issues that have plagued the program. The renegotiated contract … Read more

Andre Cisco of the Jaguars Identified as a Breakout Candidate in Contract Year

Andre Cisco of the Jaguars Identified as a Breakout Candidate in Contract Year

Jacksonville Jaguars pass rusher Josh Allen had an exceptional contract year in 2023, recording 17.5 sacks and earning a Pro Bowl nod. He turned this breakout season into a lucrative five-year, $141.25 million contract. Now, other members of the Jaguars defense are playing under similar circumstances in 2024. Among them are cornerback Tyson Campbell, safety … Read more

Veterans Affairs Extends Oracle’s Electronic Health Record Contract for an Additional Month

Veterans Affairs Extends Oracle’s Electronic Health Record Contract for an Additional Month

The Department of Veterans Affairs is currently in negotiations with Oracle Cerner to modernize its aging medical records system. This initiative began in 2018 with a five-year contract, but has faced various challenges such as technical breakdowns, accessibility issues, and patient safety concerns. Oracle acquired Cerner in 2022 and promised to address these issues, but … Read more