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Companies
Amentum cites data centers, networks as core to its infrastructure strategy
In talking with Wall Street, Amentum's CEO and chief operating officer detailed what the company does today in digital infrastructure and how work with commercial clients such as telcos can apply in government.
Contracts
By Light wins $298M DISA secure browser recompete
The company will continue working with the Defense Information Systems Agency to protect end users from malicious code or content while using the Internet.
Contracts
Air Force Research Laboratory brings $10B vehicle back from the dead
The lab's goal for the multiple-award vehicle remains the same: hire a group of companies that can help in unclassified research-and-development efforts, as well as tech transition.
Contracts
Navy awards $349M unmanned maritime support contract
Navy leaders set up the contract in part to drive further development and maturation of the systems, plus their underlying technologies.
Contracts
Golden Dome's key questions to determine its success
John Plumb, a former assistant defense secretary for space policy, laid out some of those factors at a WT Power Breakfast and affordability is one of them for this missile defense system.
Companies
Anduril hauls in $5B for Series H round
The autonomous tech specialist recorded $2.2 billion in revenue for 2025 and doubled its workforce.
Contracts
Applied Research Associates wins $115M Navy computing contract
The Naval Research Laboratory sought an industry partner to help it research high-performance computers and networks.
Companies
Star Catcher closes $65M Series A round for space grid strategy
The company is working on technology that can wirelessly transfer electricity to satellites and other spacecraft.
Companies
Cowboy Space, Darkhive detail their Series B rounds
Science Applications International Corp. and the venture capital arm of RTX are the GovCon investor names to take note of here.
Companies
How Lyntris centers its tech on 'left of bang'
CEO Brian Morrison explains to us the rationale behind the merger to create Lyntris and why it chose to be a merchant supplier in today's landscape, which is replete with talk of quick development and fielding.
Podcasts
WT 360: NextGov/FCW’s David DiMolfetta on CISA’s catchup, federal AI policy and offensive cyber
David DiMolfetta, cyber reporter at NextGov/FCW, jumps in to break down the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s path forward after an 11-week funding lapse and other major storylines in his coverage universe.
Companies
Peraton's sector president hires and more leadership moves across the market
Other key promotions and hires mentioned cover roles in technology, investment decisions, operations and large defense programs.
Companies
HawkEye 360's public offering hauls in $416M
Add this commercial satellite operator to the list of GovCon companies that achieved their initial goals by tapping into the public markets for new capital.
Companies
Air Force wraps up awards for $866M advisory, assistance contract
The National Air and Space Intelligence Center hires four contractors to aid its work in looking at air, space, missile and cyber issues.
Contracts
DOD grows Scale AI agreement to $500M
Demand across the Defense Department has exceeded the scope of the original contract.
Companies
Astranis, Scout Space lay out next steps following capital rounds
Satellites and the technologies that help them safely maneuver in space feature in this summary of new venture capital activity.
Companies
NextPoint Group acquires fellow software development provider
This represents NextPoint Group's first purchase with the backing of its private equity owner Godspeed Capital Management.
Contracts
DHS preps industry for communications equipment recompete
The Homeland Security Department has obligated $1.8 billion in order volume in the current iteration and is preparing a final solicitation for the next one.
Companies
Quantum Space, RealmOne detail CEO transitions
In both instances, a founder of the company is stepping back as a new leader takes the helm to shape the next phase of the strategy.
Companies