Lloyd Austin Archives

US and Indian defense leaders hold first-ever investor strategy session in New Delhi

A Defense Innovation Unit spokesperson said this “builds on the momentum” of the INDUS-X partnership.

Nov 8, 2023 By Brandi Vincent

This photo illustration created on April 13, 2023, shows the suspect, national guardsman Jack Teixeira, reflected in an image of the Pentagon in Washington, DC. - FBI agents on Thursday arrested a young national guardsman suspected of being behind a major leak of sensitive US government secrets -- including about the Ukraine war. US Attorney General Merrick Garland announced the arrest made "in connection with an investigation into alleged unauthorized removal, retention and transmission of classified national defense information." (Photo by Stefani REYNOLDS / AFP) (Photo by STEFANI REYNOLDS/AFP via Getty Images) — This photo illustration created on April 13, 2023, shows the suspect, national guardsman Jack Teixeira, reflected in an image of the Pentagon in Washington, DC. (Photo by STEFANI REYNOLDS/AFP via Getty Images)

Sec. Austin issues new guidance to streamline Pentagon’s protection of classified information

According to a new memo, "the review identified areas where we can and must improve accountability measures to prevent the compromise of CNSI, to include addressing insider…

Jul 5, 2023 By Mikayla Easley

Philippines President Ferdinand Romualdez Marcos Jr. (L), is escorted by U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin (R) during an arrival ceremony at the Pentagon May 3, 2023 in Arlington, Virginia. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)

Cybersecurity features prominently in new US-Philippines bilateral defense guidelines

The agreement also calls for partnering on securing classified information.

May 3, 2023 By Jon Harper

John Sherman, Department of Defense Chief Information Officer, participates in a virtual panel April 2021. (DoD photo by Chad J. McNeeley)

Austin orders Pentagon CIO to ‘immediately’ issue new guidance for protecting classified information

Secretary of Defense Austin has also ordered a “comprehensive” review of DOD security programs, policies and procedures for protecting sensitive info.

Apr 18, 2023 By Jon Harper

DIU recruits Apple’s Doug Beck as new director

Beck joined Apple in 2009 and most recently has reported directly to CEO Tim Cook in his VP role overseeing the company's government, health and education markets.

Apr 4, 2023 By Billy Mitchell

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin and U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman sign a declaration of intent at the Reagan National Defense Forum, Simi Valley, California, Dec. 3, 2022. (Photo by Jon Harper)

DOD, SBA ink new Small Business Investment Company agreement to support critical technology

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin and U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman signed a declaration of intent to partner on advancing the goals of the…

Dec 3, 2022 By Jon Harper

Experts see challenges, opportunities for restricting Chinese military access to AI chips

China’s People’s Liberation Army is leveraging American-designed semiconductors to enhance its artificial intelligence capabilities.

Jul 18, 2022 By Jon Harper

WASHINGTON, DC – APRIL 21: U.S. President Joe Biden delivers remarks on Russia and Ukraine from the Roosevelt Room of the White House April 21, 2022 in Washington, DC. Biden announced an additional $800 million in military aid to Ukraine during his remarks. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)

Biden sending new drones to Ukraine

The unmanned aerial vehicles, developed by the Air Force to meet Ukrainian requirements, are part of a new $800 million security assistance package.

Apr 21, 2022 By Jon Harper