As the sun sets over a remote military base, the quiet hum of drone rotors signals a shift in modern warfare. These drones, which began as simple consumer gadgets, now play crucial roles in military operations. 

In this episode, Mark Valentine, president and general manager of global government for Skydio, and retired U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Kirk S. Pierce discuss how Skydio is leading advancement in defense technology with its highly autonomous and innovative drones. The experts delve into the company's initiatives in base security, asset inspection and ISR/battlefield applications, highlighting how the new X10D drones bolster the effectiveness and safety of military operations.

Elevating Defense Capabilities with Next-Gen Autonomy

April 30 marked the 100th day of President Trump’s second term — a key milestone for gauging an administration’s early success. This period offers a first look at the President’s policy priorities and sets the tone for the next four years across the federal landscape.

So, what’s changed — and what’s coming next in this new era of government?

GovExecTV and top political experts break down the most significant policy shifts, workforce changes, and agency shake-ups since President Trump’s return to the White House. From hiring freezes to structural overhauls, we’ll explore what these early moves signal — and what federal leaders should be watching now to stay ahead.

100 Days In: How Trump is Reshaping Government

Federal agencies are accelerating cloud adoption, but increasingly sophisticated cyber threats and regulatory mandates require a stronger approach to security. This episode explores how agencies can enhance visibility, improve risk prioritization and strengthen zero trust strategies. Experts discuss multi-cloud security challenges, compliance with federal mandates like FedRAMP and EO 14028, and the role of automation in incident response and vulnerability management.

Securing the cloud: Zero trust and beyond

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