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Leidos awarded $158 million U.S. Air Force command and control emergency management contract

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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RESTON, Va., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE: LDOS), a Fortune 500® innovation leader, was recently awarded a follow-on prime contract to develop and expand the Air Force's Command and Control Incident Management Emergency Response Application (C2IMERA).

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  • RESTON, Va., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE: LDOS), a Fortune 500® innovation leader, was recently awarded a follow-on prime contract to develop and expand the Air Force's Command and Control Incident Management Emergency Response Application (C2IMERA).
  • The single-award contract was awarded by Kessel Run, a division within the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center.
  • "Our collaboration with the Air Force in maturing C2IMERA's command and control capability now spans a decade.
  • Under the contract, Leidos will continue to develop C2IMERA and work to expand the system to include all Air Force installations, associated forward operating locations, and contingency locations for command and control and emergency management requirements.

Disney and Epic Games to Create Expansive and Open Games and Entertainment Universe Connected to Fortnite

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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The Walt Disney Company and Epic Games will collaborate on an all-new games and entertainment universe that will further expand the reach of beloved Disney stories and experiences.

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  • The Walt Disney Company and Epic Games will collaborate on an all-new games and entertainment universe that will further expand the reach of beloved Disney stories and experiences.
  • Disney will also invest $1.5 billion to acquire an equity stake in Epic Games alongside the multiyear project.
  • This all builds on Epic Games’ participation in the 2017 Disney Accelerator program, which seeks to impact the future of technology and entertainment.
  • Disney mobile games have 1.5 billion global installs, and to date, nine Disney games franchises have each grossed more than $1 billion in sales.

Alaska Airlines debuts new 'Mickey's Toontown'-themed airplane featuring Mickey Mouse and his pals at Disneyland Resort

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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SEATTLE, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines' newest, uniquely themed aircraft will be soaring through the skies today with a touch of magic from everyone's favorite pal, Mickey Mouse. After the big reveal of this specially themed plane at a gate ceremony in Seattle, passengers will board the inaugural flight to Orange County, Calif., to visit "The Happiest Place on Earth" at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim. Named "Mickey's Toontown Express," the celebrated plane is now flying on routes across Alaska's network.

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  • Adorned with playful images of Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, along with their pals Goofy, Pluto, Donald Duck and Daisy Duck in Mickey's Toontown at Disneyland Park, the Boeing 737-800, tail number 565AS, is Alaska Airlines' eighth livery in collaboration with Disneyland Resort.
  • "Alaska's long-standing relationship with the Disneyland Resort has helped to create unforgettable experiences for our guests and employees.
  • "The plane's artwork marks Alaska Airlines' eighth transformation of an aircraft featuring Disney artistry and exhibits the excitement and playfulness of the re-imagined Mickey's Toontown.
  • And once there, it's always a perfect time to visit Disneyland Resort and all the destination has to offer.

New Report Finds Cybersecurity Threats to National Security Result from Outdated Approach to Securing Software

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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The report highlights the challenges with the DOD's approach to software development and outlines a path forward to achieve unified compliance and continuous adherence to the Risk Management Framework (RMF).

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  • The report highlights the challenges with the DOD's approach to software development and outlines a path forward to achieve unified compliance and continuous adherence to the Risk Management Framework (RMF).
  • The report also outlines how to enable federal agencies that are navigating the transition from Authority to Operate (ATO) to Continuous Authority to Operate (cATO).
  • Today, some of the largest threats to national security result from delays in the government’s traditional approach to securing ATO for software.
  • He launched Rise8 in 2019 to help change agents overcome bureaucracy and transform the way they build and deploy software to create national security outcomes in production.

Coming to a Galaxy Near You! The Royal Mint Unveils First Coin in its Star Wars™ Collection

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Tuesday, July 4, 2023
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LLANTRISANT, Wales, July 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Royal Mint has unveiled the first coin design in its new Star Wars™ collection globally, as part of a coin reveal event from its visitor attraction, The Royal Mint Experience in Llantrisant, South Wales.

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  • LLANTRISANT, Wales, July 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Royal Mint has unveiled the first coin design in its new Star Wars™ collection globally, as part of a coin reveal event from its visitor attraction, The Royal Mint Experience in Llantrisant, South Wales.
  • The Royal Mint's Star Wars collection is offering an original twist for avid Star Wars enthusiasts to expand their dedicated collection of memorabilia.
  • Each coin in the Star Wars Commemorative Coin Collection features a special lenticular feature, which tilts in the light to reveal symbols.
  • By adding it to the Star Wars collection, this will introduce new audiences to The Royal Mint's specialised striking techniques.

Raft Announces $100 Million Prime Contract Award to Support Cloud Native Product Lines for Kessel Run

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023
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Kessel Run is building a scalable software factory to architect, manufacture and operate warfighting systems to function effectively in highly contested environments, supporting operations ranging from routine through major theater war.

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  • Kessel Run is building a scalable software factory to architect, manufacture and operate warfighting systems to function effectively in highly contested environments, supporting operations ranging from routine through major theater war.
  • "Raft is thrilled to grow our partnership with Kessel Run to further support the Operational Command and Control (Ops C2) and Wing Command and Control (Wing C2) product lines at Kessel Run, enabling both Air and All-domain C2 operations for our current and future warfighters," said Shubhi Mishra, Founder and CEO of Raft.
  • "We continue to build on our engagement with Kessel Run by building operator focused cloud native product lines that improve both user experience and warfighter effectiveness," said Bhaarat Sharma, CTO of Raft.
  • Kessel Run launched as the first startup in the United States Air Force (USAF) that has reshaped the approach to the Department of Defense's acquisition strategies and methodologies forever.

United States Air Force’s Kessel Run Selects Rancher Government Solutions (RGS) to Provide Kubernetes Support Services as Part of a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase III Contract Award

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Monday, September 12, 2022
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Rancher Government Solutions (RGS) has been chosen by USAF Kessel Run to provide Kubernetes Support Services to accelerate digital transformation and mission success at the Air Forces IT Life Cycle Management Centers Digital Directorate.

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  • Rancher Government Solutions (RGS) has been chosen by USAF Kessel Run to provide Kubernetes Support Services to accelerate digital transformation and mission success at the Air Forces IT Life Cycle Management Centers Digital Directorate.
  • The highly competitive Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program ( https://www.sbir.gov/ ) encourages domestic small businesses to engage in Federal Research/Research and Development (R/R&D) with the potential for commercialization.
  • RGS will provide Kessel Run best-in-class support for creating its own secure software factory and achieving Supply Chain Levels for Software Artifacts (SLSA) compliance.
  • Kessel Run has revolutionized the way the U.S. Air Force builds and deploys software to Airmen globally, achieving award-winning results.

SAIC Awarded $319 Million Air Force Air Operations Center Weapon System Sustainment Contract

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022
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Science Applications International Corp. (NYSE: SAIC ) has been awarded the $319 million Falconer Air Operations Center (AOC) Weapon System Sustainment contract by the U.S. Air Force.

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  • Science Applications International Corp. (NYSE: SAIC ) has been awarded the $319 million Falconer Air Operations Center (AOC) Weapon System Sustainment contract by the U.S. Air Force.
  • The SAIC team will partner with Kessel Run, a Division within the Air Force Life Cycle Management Centers (AFLCMC) Digital Directorate, to provide Air Operations Centers around the globe with a reliable, secure and modernized mission system to plan and conduct air operations.
  • The Falconer program assists Air Force component commanders in planning, directing and assessing air, space and cyberspace operations.
  • Other recent and related JADC2 awards include the Advanced Battle Management System contract, the Integrated Multi-Domain Command and Control contract and the Air Forces Counter-small UAS contract.

Omni Federal Wins Five Year $81M Air Force Kessel Run EnDOR Contract

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Tuesday, August 2, 2022
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For the new Enterprise Developer/Designer Operational Requirement (EnDOR) contract, Omni Federal is focused on bringing UX design, software engineering, architecture, development and subject matter expertise to collaborate with Kessel Run and deliver software at the speed of need to the warfighter.

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  • For the new Enterprise Developer/Designer Operational Requirement (EnDOR) contract, Omni Federal is focused on bringing UX design, software engineering, architecture, development and subject matter expertise to collaborate with Kessel Run and deliver software at the speed of need to the warfighter.
  • Support for EnDOR spans multiple organizations within Kessel Run including Operational Command and Control (OpsC2), All Domain Common Platform (ADCP), Targeting & GEOINT (T&G), CTO Group and Security.
  • Total contract value for Omni Federal with all options is $81.4M.
  • Omni brings proven expertise and capabilities to EnDOR from across our commercial and Federal portfolios.

At-Impact and Dark Wolf Enterprise Toolchain to Support Kessel Run

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Tuesday, May 17, 2022
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FALLS CHURCH, Va., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- At-Impact, in partnership with Dark Wolf , was awarded the Kessel Run 's Enterprise Toolchain contract (Kessel ET), a $41M CIO-SP3 SB award to provide Commercial IT services and the integrated support team needed to enhance Kessel Run's capabilities.

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  • FALLS CHURCH, Va., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- At-Impact, in partnership with Dark Wolf , was awarded the Kessel Run 's Enterprise Toolchain contract (Kessel ET), a $41M CIO-SP3 SB award to provide Commercial IT services and the integrated support team needed to enhance Kessel Run's capabilities.
  • Under Kessel ET, At-Impact and Dark Work collaborate to deliver a turnkey, secured software environment solution to enable modern, remote development using agile, DevSecOps, and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) in support of its existing 60+ and any new applications.
  • The At-Impact team will provide a comprehensive and systemic approach to integrated software acquisition and license management for commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) software and business tools from Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs).
  • The At-Impact team's 6-component (6C) integrated software service solution delivers accurate and timely data for decision making and cost saving analysis and a software environment founded in best practice that accelerates time to value and mission support for Kessel Run and its 1,700-person development team.