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xAI, the artificial intelligence company led by Elon Musk, announced new efforts Monday to get its generative AI tool, Grok, into the hands of federal government officials. In a post to X, the company announced “Grok for Government,” which it described as a suite of products aimed at U.S. government customers. FedScoop reported on the General Services Administration's interest in Grok last week. xAI disclosed two new government partnerships: a new contract with the Defense Department, which we'll get to in a moment, and that the tool was available to purchase through GSA. “This allows every federal government department, agency, or office, to purchase xAI products,” the post added. “We're hiring mission driven engineers who want to join the cause.” The new products from xAI follow the introduction of government-specific AI intelligence platforms from companies like Anthropic and OpenAI. The announcement was made just days after xAI's formal apology for the chatbot's recent antisemitic outputs. Last Thursday, FedScoop reported that government coders at GSA were discussing, on GitHub, incorporating Grok into a testing sandbox associated with a yet-to-launch tool called AI.gov and GSAi, a GSA-created AI platform. Anthropic, Google and xAI will join OpenAI on the CDAO's nascent effort to partner with industry on pioneering artificial intelligence projects focused on national security applications. Under the individual contracts — each worth up to $200 million — the Pentagon will have access to some of the most advanced AI capabilities developed by the four companies, including large language models, agentic AI workflows, cloud-based infrastructure and more. Chief Digital and AI Officer Doug Matty said in a statement: “The adoption of AI is transforming the Department's ability to support our warfighters and maintain strategic advantage over our adversaries. Leveraging commercially available solutions into an integrated capabilities approach will accelerate the use of advanced AI as part of our Joint mission essential tasks in our warfighting domain as well as intelligence, business, and enterprise information systems.” OpenAI received the first contract for the effort June 17 and will create prototypes of agentic workflows for national security missions. According to CDAO, work with all four vendors will expand the Pentagon's experience with emerging AI capabilities, as well as give the companies better insights into how their technology can benefit the department. The Daily Scoop Podcast is available every Monday-Friday afternoon. If you want to hear more of the latest from Washington, subscribe to The Daily Scoop Podcast  on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify and YouTube.

992: “Healthcare, first of all, unlike other industries, has to be held to a higher standard in terms of responsibility.” In this episode of Technovation, host Peter High speaks with Sandeep Dadlani, Executive Vice President and Chief Digital & Technology Officer of UnitedHealth Group, the Fortune 3 healthcare leader. Sandeep explains how his team's technology and digital strategies are tightly aligned to UnitedHealth Group's mission: helping people live healthier lives and making the health system work better for everyone. He shares how AI, cloud, and data-driven innovations improve care delivery, enhance provider and patient experiences, and reduce administrative burden while driving transformation at scale.

Nand Mulchandani's time as chief technologist for the CIA has come to an end. In an email to FedScoop, Mulchandani announced that his last day with the intelligence agency was June 21, exactly three years to the day that he was sworn in as its first CTO in 2022. Though he's stepping down from the CTO role and as a full-time agency employee, Mulchandani said he will retain a role as an adviser to the CIA. Separately, in a public post on LinkedIn, he said he's “planning to return to my roots in the tech industry as an entrepreneur, board member and advisor, and to spend time in academia.” Playfully, he now lists his latest role on his LinkedIn profile as the founder of an entity called “Sharks with Lasers,” a comical reference to the concept brought to life by Dr. Evil in the film “Austin Powers in Goldmember.” Mulchandani wrote: “I'll deeply miss the Agency, its mission, and my friends and colleagues there, and will always be grateful for an experience that was, in every way, life changing.” Mulchandani also spent three years in the Department of Defense as chief technology officer for the Joint Artificial Intelligence Center, a predecessor organization for what is now the Chief Digital and AI Office. There, he played an important role in institutionalizing the Pentagon's centralized AI capacity. After nearly three decades of federal service, Winston Beauchamp announced on July 4 that he's departing from his role within the Department of the Air Force. Beauchamp began working for the department in 2015, and most recently served as the director of security, special program oversight and information protection within the Office of the Secretary of the Air Force. In that role, he oversaw the Air and Space Forces' highly-classified special access programs (SAP) and worked on insider threat mitigation. But Beauchamp's 29-year career spans across multiple positions at the Department of the Air Force, the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) and the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI). By and large, he either led or was involved in several critical events within the national security space — so much so that someone once described him as “the Forrest Gump of the national security world.” In an exclusive interview with DefenseScoop, Beauchamp shard more about his decadeslong career and what's on the horizon with his departure. The Daily Scoop Podcast is available every Monday-Friday afternoon. If you want to hear more of the latest from Washington, subscribe to The Daily Scoop Podcast  on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify and YouTube.

Shobie Ramakrishnan is the Chief Digital and Technology Officer at GSK and a true trailblazer in the world of tech and innovation. With decades of experience spanning Silicon Valley and senior roles at global companies like AstraZeneca and Salesforce and Deliveroo, Shobie brings a wealth of insight into leading digital transformation, embracing disruptive change, and building high-performing teams.Shobie dives into what it takes to thrive in ever-evolving environments, whether that's in tech, sport, or business. She unpacks how humility, empathy, and curiosity are at the heart of successful leadership, and shares some practical strategies for harnessing AI, data, and cutting-edge trends to drive organisational growth.To use Sporting Edge's digital content to accelerate your personal and team success, start your free trial here Sporting Edge Mindset ToolkitConnect with JeremyContact hello@sportingedge.com LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremysnape/ Twitter https://twitter.com/thesportingedgeWebsite https://www.sportingedge.com/ Follow Shobie Ramakrishnan on LinkedIn

The most critical challenge facing most retail financial institutions is how to accelerate organic growth and customer acquisition in an increasingly competitive and technology-driven landscape. I'm joined on the Banking Transformed podcast by Sumeet Grover, Executive Vice President and Chief Strategic Growth & Digital Officer at Austin-based University Federal Credit Union. Sumeet is a renowned thought leader in financial services, with nearly two decades of experience at Citibank, where he held leadership positions spanning marketing, digital transformation, client experience, and operations. Most recently, he served as EVP and Chief Digital & Marketing Officer at Alliant Credit Union, the largest digital credit union in the United States. In today's conversation, we explore the most significant obstacles hindering sustainable growth, identify the most promising opportunities on the horizon, and discuss how AI is fundamentally transforming the growth model for retail financial institutions.

The Chinese hackers behind the massive telecommunications sector breach are “largely contained” and “dormant” in the networks, “locked into the location they're in” and “not actively infiltrating information,” the top FBI cyber official told CyberScoop. But Brett Leatherman, new leader of the FBI Cyber division, said in a recent interview that doesn't mean the hackers, known as Salt Typhoon, no longer pose a threat. While there's been some debate about whether Salt Typhoon should be getting more attention than fellow Chinese hackers Volt Typhoon — whom federal officials have said are prepositioned in U.S. critical infrastructure, poised for destructive action in the event of a conflict with the United States — Leatherman said the groups aren't as different as some think. The number of telecommunications companies victimized in the United States stands at nine, according to Leatherman. The Pentagon's artificial intelligence acceleration hub recently moved to terminate its chief technology officer role and directorate after reviews associated with the Trump administration's spending and staff reductions campaign revealed inefficiencies, budget materials for fiscal 2026 reveal. Details on the decision are sparse in the documents, but officials wrote that the Chief Digital and AI Office's CTO “no longer exists or manages resources.” President Donald Trump directed federal agencies at the start of his second term to drastically reduce their workforces and assess existing contracts, with aims to ultimately cut back on what his team views as wasteful spending and inefficiencies. The efforts have included initiatives overseen by Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, teams. While AI is a major priority for the U.S. government under Trump, since then, the Pentagon's CDAO has seen an exodus of senior leaders and other technical employees. The Daily Scoop Podcast is available every Monday-Friday afternoon. If you want to hear more of the latest from Washington, subscribe to The Daily Scoop Podcast  on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify and YouTube.

Supermarkets are getting smarter — blending AI, data, and automation to create smoother shopping experiences and more efficient operations. At the heart of FairPrice Group’s Store of Tomorrow initiative are innovations like Vision AI, smart trolleys, and personalised recommendations, already being piloted at Sengkang Grand Mall and soon coming to Punggol Digital District. On Industry Insight, Dennis Seah, Chief Digital & Technology Officer at FairPrice Group, shares lessons from the pilot, how shoppers and staff are responding, and what this signals for the future of brick‑and‑mortar retail in Singapore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

984: In today's episode of Technovation, we feature a panel from our Metis Strategy Summit held on May 13, 2025 moderated by Peter High. The topic was Designing an AI-First Operating Model, and the executives who joined the discussion were Talal Butt, Chief Information Officer of Generac Power Systems; Ampily Vijay, Chief Digital & Technology Officer of CBRE Investment Management; and Chris Nardecchia, Chief Digital Officer of Rockwell Automation. Each shares frontline perspectives on embedding AI at scale from energy tech and industrial automation to real estate investment and operations. Together, they explore how enterprise leaders are shifting from isolated AI pilots to fully integrated operating models that prioritize data, talent, and measurable impact. From reshaping customer experiences and product ecosystems to building architecture for sustainable scale, this conversation delivers a playbook for moving beyond experimentation and into durable transformation.

June 12, 2025: Jennifer Stemmler, Chief Digital and Information Officer at Adventist Health, opens up about orchestrating one of healthcare's largest EHR migrations—transitioning 28 hospitals and 400 clinics from a decades-old Cerner system to Epic. Guided by the mantra "on time, on budget, on Epic, on us," how does she maintain control without micromanaging every decision? When groups push back on standardization or value-based care teams clash with implementation timelines, what framework actually works to resolve conflicts? Jennifer reveals her benefits realization scorecard approach and discusses the real challenge behind any major transformation: how do you ensure the organization owns the change rather than waiting for someone else to save them? Key Points: 03:09 Strategic Planning and Key Objectives 06:25 Guiding Principles and Pre-Planning Phase 17:44 Managing Internal Tensions and Lessons Learned 25:56 Post-Go-Live Success and Future Planning 34:36 Final Thoughts and Advice for Other Health Systems X: This Week Health LinkedIn: This Week Health Donate: Alex's Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

Will you adapt or be replaced?Because when it comes to AI, the clock's ticking. Join us for the episode of Disruption Talks: AI or Die: AI-Driven Marketing, and Leadership in a New Reality! What to expect?The #1 thing most companies still aren't doing with AIHow L'Oréal is actually applying AI to drive real marketing innovationWhat the future of work looks like—what stays human, what gets automatedDino's go-to resources to become AI-fluent (no tech background required)Speaker: Dino Metaxas, ex-Chief Digital & Marketing Officer at L'Oréal (also ex-Żabka Polska, ex-Pernod Ricard)Host: Mary Achinger, Brand & Content Team Lead at Netguru

How Save The Children UK is leading digital change in a volatile world We chat to Trevor Gordon, Chief Digital & Technology Officer at Save the Children UK   This week we are chuffed to bits to bring you a brand new episode featuring an insightful chat with the brilliant Trevor Gordon, Chief Digital and Technology Officer at Save the Children UK. Trevor is an award-winning leader in customer-centric digital technology and transformation and recently returned to the charity sector. Get ready for a fascinating discussion on: Urgent Transformation in Charities: Trevor shares why non-profits must accelerate their digital, data, and technology adoption to meet today's challenges. Navigating AI Implementation: How Save the Children UK is swiftly putting AI governance and pragmatic solutions into practice, seeing immediate value. Strategic Partnerships: The critical role of collaborating with tech vendors and peer organisations to drive significant change. Building a Resilient Workforce: Creating a culture where people feel empowered and connected to their purpose, is crucial for retaining talent.   Paul and Zoe discuss the latest, eye-opening insights from Microsoft's 2025 Work Trend Index and the Anthropic CEO's bold predictions about AI's impact on jobs. 2025 is the year to get serious. Don't miss this inspiring conversation and Trevor's top cocktail recommendations for a well-deserved end-of-week treat!   Show notes The Microsoft 2025 Work Trend Index Anthropic's CEO about AI's impact on the job market. Please leave us a review if you enjoy what you hear! Editing and production - Syren Studios with Paul Thomas Music by Joseph McDade https://josephmcdade.com/music Full transcript of this episode (srt file) Full transcript of this episode (.txt file) Transcripts are also available through your podcast app.  

In this special live episode from the 2025 Advisory Board Summit, Ardent Health Services President & CEO Marty Bonick and Chief Digital and Transformation Officer Anika Gardenhire recount the harrowing story of a ransomware attack that brought their 30-hospital system to a standstill on Thanksgiving Day 2023. Cyberattacks on healthcare systems are becoming more frequent, more sophisticated, and more devastating. Just 60 days into her role, Anika led the charge to contain the breach, extract the threat, and recover operations in a record-setting 12 days. From ransom messages appearing on medical devices to disconnecting their entire system from the internet, this episode explores what it takes to lead through crisis, act decisively, and build true cyber resilience. This candid conversation underscores why leaders must embrace transparency even when sharing worst-case scenarios. Because learning from difficult moments is how health leaders build stronger, more resilient systems. Links: Ardent Health Cybersecurity in healthcare Paint a picture of a cyber-resilient organization Cybersecurity in healthcare demands resiliency, not reactivity Advisory Board Summits Radio Advisory's Tech and AI playlist A transcript of this episode as well as more information and resources can be found on RadioAdvisory.advisory.com.

In this special live episode from the 2025 Advisory Board Summit, Ardent Health Services President & CEO Marty Bonick and Chief Digital and Transformation Officer Anika Gardenhire recount the harrowing story of a ransomware attack that brought their 30-hospital system to a standstill on Thanksgiving Day 2023. Cyberattacks on healthcare systems are becoming more frequent, more sophisticated, and more devastating. Just 60 days into her role, Anika led the charge to contain the breach, extract the threat, and recover operations in a record-setting 12 days. From ransom messages appearing on medical devices to disconnecting their entire system from the internet, this episode explores what it takes to lead through crisis, act decisively, and build true cyber resilience. This candid conversation underscores why leaders must embrace transparency even when sharing worst-case scenarios. Because learning from difficult moments is how health leaders build stronger, more resilient systems. Links: Ardent Health Cybersecurity in healthcare Paint a picture of a cyber-resilient organization Cybersecurity in healthcare demands resiliency, not reactivity Advisory Board Summits Radio Advisory's Tech and AI playlist A transcript of this episode as well as more information and resources can be found on RadioAdvisory.advisory.com.

With generative AI, engineering excellence and legacy system resilience all under one remit, what does it take to lead digital transformation at one of the world's largest reinsurers? In this episode, Robin Merttens is joined by Pravina Ladva, Group Chief Digital and Technology Officer at Swiss Re, to explore what it means to drive impact through innovation at scale. Pravina shares how Swiss Re is helping clients get more from their data, reduce underwriting time and prepare for a future shaped by new technologies. It's a conversation about strategy, change and what it really takes to turn curiosity into impact – without losing sight of operational fundamentals. Key Talking Points: Embracing GenAI responsibly – how Swiss Re encourages experimentation while prioritising outcomes From concept to scale – why small wins in underwriting can deliver real value for clients Beyond the hype – using traditional business cases to prioritise AI use cases Redefining talent – how today's underwriters and technologists are becoming one and the same From ingestion to insight – why data infrastructure still matters in an AI-native world Making the business case – why AI productivity gains must go beyond speed Building co-pilot confidence – what it takes to upskill thousands of employees globally Thinking top-down – how Swiss Re balances experimentation with bold, disruptive thinking From engineering to impact – how core IP and differentiated services shape tech investment What insurers need to consider – why translating technology into strategic value is the real differentiator If you like what you're hearing, please leave us a review on whichever platform you use or contact Robin Merttens on LinkedIn. You can also contact Pravina Ladva on LinkedIn to start a conversation! Sign up to the InsTech newsletter for a fresh view on the world every Wednesday morning. Continuing Professional Development This InsTech Podcast Episode is accredited by the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII). By listening, you can claim up to 0.5 hours towards your CPD scheme. By the end of this podcast, you should be able to meet the following Learning Objectives: Measure the early productivity gains seen from AI-assisted engineering and claims assessment processes. Specify the criteria used by Swiss Re to prioritise AI and digital transformation use cases. Explain the role of talent development and cross-functional collaboration in enabling successful technology adoption. If your organisation is a member of InsTech and you would like to receive a quarterly summary of the CPD hours you have earned, visit the Episode 356 page of the InsTech website or email cpd@instech.co to let us know you have listened to this podcast. To help us measure the impact of the learning, we would be grateful if you would take a minute to complete a quick feedback survey.

What if we stopped measuring time by minutes, and started measuring it by meaning?In this special episode from our Design-Thinking Program for Health System, Clinical and Nursing Leaders, Kathy Azeez Narain, Chief Digital & Customer Innovation Officer at Hoag | ex-Amex, challenges the way we define patient connection in an increasingly tech-driven system.“It's not about how long the doctor spends with you. It's about whether you felt seen, heard, and valued.”This conversation explores how technology can restore rather than replace humanity in healthcare and why leaders must rethink the systems and silos that keep them stuck.#DesignThinking #HealthcareInnovation #HumanCenteredCare #DigitalTransformation #KathyAzeezNarain #LeadershipInHealthcare #GlennLlopis #HAOP----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------JOIN THE MOVEMENT:GLLG Company Website: https://www.glennllopis.com/Age Of Personalization Website: https://ageofpersonalization.com/Contact Us: https://www.glennllopis.com/contact-us/Email Us: sandy@glennllopisgroup.comFOLLOW GLENN LLOPIS:LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3tnBmP9Instagram: https://bit.ly/3fcziRVFacebook: https://bit.ly/33sCg1KTwitter: https://bit.ly/3HVT14B

Transforming healthcare through digital innovation and AI. In this episode, Peter High speaks with Onyeka Nchege, EVP and Chief Digital and Information Officer at Novant Health, a $10B healthcare network with over 900 locations across the southeastern United States. Onyeka shares how his team is building a future-ready digital infrastructure to scale operations, improve patient care, and expand access through cloud migration, predictive analytics, and artificial intelligence. He also highlights Novant Health's Institute for Innovation and AI, explains how they embed responsible AI practices, and outlines the vision for the hospital of the future including virtual care, virtual nursing, and a data-driven approach to personalized healthcare. Onyeka also speaks to the culture he's fostering within the IT organization, his lessons from five previous CIO roles, and how the right leadership bench powers transformation. Key topics include: Creating a $30B scalable health system through cloud and EMR strategy Building AI governance through the Institute for Innovation and AI Expanding virtual care: telestroke, virtual nursing, menopause clinics Fostering IT culture, mentorship, and leadership development at scale

In this episode, Dr. Zafar Chaudry, Senior Vice President and Chief Digital, AI, and Information Officer at Seattle Children's, joins Laura Dyrda to share how his team is leveraging AI to transform pediatric care. He also reflects on evolving leadership roles in health IT, the importance of stakeholder engagement, and what it takes to drive meaningful change in a rapidly shifting healthcare landscape.

Dr. Craig Martell served as the Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Officer for the DOD from June 2022 through April 2024. While at the Pentagon, he helped the Department of Defense modernize their approach to employing software. He now works as the Chief AI Officer for Cohesity, a cybersecurity startup that helps companies secure, analyze, and manage their data. In this episode of the Defense Tech Underground, we discuss Dr. Martell's path from teaching computer science to leading a major Pentagon office, his early career in big tech at the dawn of AI, his concerns about the use of generative AI in warfare, and how tech startups can be effective by innovating alongside warfighters. This episode is hosted by Jeff Phaneuf and Andrew Paulmeno.   Full Bio:  Dr. Craig Martell is the former Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Officer for the United States Department of Defense.  As Chief AI Officer of Cohesity, Craig shapes Cohesity's technical vision—and defines and executes a strategic roadmap for the company's future. Craig brings extensive industry and public sector experience and expertise in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning to his role. Most recently, as the first Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Officer (CDAO) for the U.S. Department of Defense, Craig accelerated the adoption of data, analytics, digital solutions, and AI functions. Prior to the DoD, he held senior roles at several leading technology companies. He served as Head of Machine Learning at Lyft, Head of Machine Intelligence at Dropbox, and was a leader of numerous AI teams and initiatives at LinkedIn. Craig was also a tenured computer science professor at the Naval Postgraduate School specializing in natural language processing. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of Pennsylvania.  

Joe Park, Chief Digital and Technology Officer at Yum! Brands, shares how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the fast food industry. In this exclusive conversation, he discusses Byte by Yum, the company's cutting-edge AI restaurant platform, and explains how a strategic partnership with Nvidia is driving rapid innovation. Park also addresses a key question: Will AI replace restaurant workers? He offers insight into how Yum! is balancing technology without losing the human touch. With digital sales skyrocketing post-COVID, Park says Yum! now operates more like an e-commerce company than a traditional brick-and-mortar chain, making AI a critical part of its future.The content of the video is for general and informational purposes only. All views presented in this show reflect the opinions of the guest and the host. You should not take a mention of any asset, be it cryptocurrency or a publicly traded security as a recommendation to buy, sell or hold that cryptocurrency or security. Guests and hosts are not affiliated with or endorsed by Public Holdings or its subsidiaries. You should make your own financial and investment decisions or consult respective professionals. Full disclosures are in the channel description. Learn more at Public.com/disclosures.Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. There is a possibility of loss with any investment. Historical or hypothetical performance results, if mentioned, are presented for illustrative purposes only. Do not infer or assume that any securities, sectors or markets described in the videos were or will be profitable. Any statements of future expectations and other forward-looking statements are strictly based on the current views, opinion, or assumptions of the person presenting them, and should not be taken as an indicator of performance nor should be relied upon as an investment advice.

April 24, 2025: Ryan Smith, SVP, Chief Digital and Information Officer at Intermountain Health, explores how healthcare organizations can balance innovation with mounting cost pressures. What does it take to maintain patient-centricity amid such massive digital transformation? Ryan reveals Intermountain's framework of organizing patient touchpoints as "moments that matter" across seven stages of the patient journey, while also discussing their deployment of over 4,000 automation bots and vision for "agentic AI." As clinician burnout and staffing shortages loom large across healthcare, how might Smith's approach to balancing governance with innovation culture help address these industry-wide challenges? Key Points: 06:44 Patient-Centric Care 10:05 AI: More Than a BuzzWord 14:18 Cybersecurity in Healthcare 18:07 Operational Change Management 25:08 Future Challenges and Opportunities 29:17 Speed Round X: This Week Health LinkedIn: This Week Health Donate: Alex's Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

The Equality Conversation podcast with bestselling author Joy Burnford explores what we can all do to champion gender equality at work and is dedicated to the retention and progression of female talent in organisations. Each episode offers inspiration, stories and practical solutions from experts, leaders and senior business women from around the world. Achieving gender balance at work isn't about fixing the women, it's about changing the system. So, if you're looking for insights, guidance or advice on how to enable women to thrive in your organisation, grab a cuppa, go for a walk, or escape for a while and join us for today's conversation.It is a pleasure to welcome Rachel Higham as my guest today. Rachel is Chief Digital & Technology Officer at Marks & Spencer and has previously held technology leadership roles at companies including WPP, BT and Vodafone. She is also a Board Member at Macmillan Cancer Support. Rachel joins me today to talk about her commitment to building more diverse and inclusive working environments, and helping women to achieve their full potential. 

Dozens of Democrats wrote a letter to Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought on Wednesday demanding information on the Department of Government Efficiency's unauthorized use of artificial intelligence systems. The letter, which was led by Reps. Don Beyer, D-Va., Mike Levin, D-Calif., and Melanie Stansbury, D-N.M. and signed by 45 other lawmakers, expressed concerns about privacy and security risks associated with the group's use of federal data in unapproved AI systems, as well as potential conflicts of interest involving Elon Musk, who leads an AI firm called xAI. Specifically, the lawmakers flagged reports of DOGE affiliates inputting data into unapproved AI systems and the risk that sensitive federal data could be used to train future commercial models. Douglas Matty assumed the role of the Pentagon's Chief Digital and AI Officer on Monday, according to an internal unclassified email viewed by DefenseScoop. The principal deputy who has been temporarily leading the AI hub ahead of the Trump administration's selection for the new chief, Margie Palmieri, sent the announcement to several senior officials Friday morning. In the email, she indicated that more communications on the team's path ahead would soon follow, once Matty takes the reins. Matty previously founded the Army AI Integration Center under Army Futures Command, which he led between 2020 and 2022. Palmieri wrote: “We are excited to get appointed leadership at the helm of CDAO so early in the administration. The prioritization on filling the top Al and data related leadership position in DoD will enable the Department to better accelerate and scale the adoption of data, analytics, and Al in line with the Secretary's priorities.” The Daily Scoop Podcast is available every Monday-Friday afternoon. If you want to hear more of the latest from Washington, subscribe to The Daily Scoop Podcast  on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify and YouTube.

When the dust settled from one of the largest health system integrations in Michigan history, Jason Joseph, Chief Digital and Information Officer at Corewell Health, found himself facing a new frontier: AI. As Corewell brought together Spectrum Health, Beaumont Health, Lakeland Health, and health plan Priority Health under one umbrella—with 21 hospitals, 65,000 employees, and […] Source: Corwell's Joseph Says IT Leaders Can Spur Innovation by Empowering Users to Address Unsolvable Problems with Novel Solutions   on healthsystemcio.com - healthsystemCIO.com is the sole online-only publication dedicated to exclusively and comprehensively serving the information needs of healthcare CIOs.

In this episode, Praveen Chopra, Chief Digital and Information Officer at Emplify Health, shares how the organization is empowering staff through responsible AI use, driving innovation with agile teams, and cultivating a “huggable” culture that keeps people at the heart of healthcare transformation.

In this episode, Praveen Chopra, Chief Digital and Information Officer at Emplify Health, shares how the organization is empowering staff through responsible AI use, driving innovation with agile teams, and cultivating a “huggable” culture that keeps people at the heart of healthcare transformation.

Every company—whether a global enterprise or a small startup—relies on trust. Customers need to believe their data is safe. Partners want assurance that compliance standards are met. But who ensures that trust is built and maintained? Enter the Chief Digital Trust Officer (CDTO)—a new role that is rapidly becoming essential.In this episode, Punit Bhatia sits down with Marc Vael, one of the world's first-ever Chief Digital Trust Officers, to explore what digital trust really means and why it matters more than ever.Whether you're a privacy professional, security expert, compliance officer, business leader, or someone looking to grow into the Chief Digital Trust Officer role, this episode is packed with practical insights that will change how you think about digital trust.

What does it take to digitally transform a global manufacturing giant? In this episode of Technovation, host Peter High speaks with Regina Salazar, Chief Digital and Information Officer at Novelis, about how the world's largest aluminum recycler is scaling enterprise-wide innovation through technology. Regina shares how she unified IT and digital into a single operating model, launched a global business relationship framework, and enhanced Novelis' data architecture to support AI at scale. She also discusses the company's ambitious smart factory in Alabama, how digital twins are reshaping operations, and Novelis' roadmap to becoming a tech-enabled, sustainable enterprise.

In this episode, Dr. Sarah Pletcher, Chief Digital Health Officer at Houston Methodist, shares how cutting-edge digital health innovations—like AI, virtual care, and smart hospital technology—are reshaping patient care. She discusses the challenges of change management, the future of healthcare delivery, and the key strategies driving long-term success.

In this episode, Dr. Sarah Pletcher, Chief Digital Health Officer at Houston Methodist, shares how cutting-edge digital health innovations—like AI, virtual care, and smart hospital technology—are reshaping patient care. She discusses the challenges of change management, the future of healthcare delivery, and the key strategies driving long-term success.

What does a Chief Digital Trust Officer do? Why do you need one when you have dedicated staff in privacy, risk, security, and other areas? This and more in the short conversation with Marc Vael.

Michael Hasselberg, PhD, Chief Digital Health Officer at the University of Rochester Medical Center, discusses the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence governance in healthcare. He highlights growth opportunities in generative AI while addressing regulatory challenges and the complexities of building trust in AI-driven solutions.

In this episode, Shakeeb Akhter, Senior Vice President & Chief Digital & Information Officer at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, shares insights on the hospital's digital transformation, AI-driven advancements, and cloud migration initiatives. Tune in to hear how CHOP is leveraging technology to enhance patient care, improve operational efficiency, and drive groundbreaking innovation in pediatric healthcare.

In this episode, Shakeeb Akhter, Senior Vice President & Chief Digital & Information Officer at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, shares insights on the hospital's digital transformation, AI-driven advancements, and cloud migration initiatives. Tune in to hear how CHOP is leveraging technology to enhance patient care, improve operational efficiency, and drive groundbreaking innovation in pediatric healthcare.

Michael Hasselberg, PhD, Chief Digital Health Officer at the University of Rochester Medical Center, discusses the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence governance in healthcare. He highlights growth opportunities in generative AI while addressing regulatory challenges and the complexities of building trust in AI-driven solutions.

In this episode, Gulshan Mehta, Chief Digital and Information Officer at Blanchard Valley Health System, discusses the organization's approach to digital transformation. He highlights the importance of building a strong IT foundation, leveraging AI and automation, enhancing data accessibility, and overcoming industry challenges like workforce adaptation and cybersecurity.

In this episode of the ServiceNow UK & I Executive Circle Podcast, host Kat Finch sits down with Rob Barnes, Chief Digital and Technology Officer at ASDA, for an insightful conversation about the retailer's ambitious digital transformation journey. Rob shares his experience transitioning from consultancy at Accenture to in-house roles at Marks & Spencer and ASDA, highlighting key lessons from both worlds. He provides a behind-the-scenes look at ASDA’s large-scale technology overhaul following its separation from Walmart—one of the most significant transformations in modern retail history. The discussion also explores the role of AI in shaping the future of retail, from improving customer service and supply chain optimization to enhancing in-store experiences and cybersecurity. Rob addresses the long-standing debate on the "death of the high street," arguing that physical stores remain integral to retail and discussing how AI and automation can drive greater efficiency across both online and brick-and-mortar shopping experiences. Whether you're in retail, technology, or business leadership, this episode offers valuable insights into digital innovation, AI’s growing impact, and how retailers can stay ahead in an ever-evolving landscape. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on the intersection of technology, retail, and digital transformation! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lisa S. Stump, BSPharm, MS, FASHP, Executive Vice President, Chief Digital Information Officer, and Dean of Information Technology at Mount Sinai Health System, discusses key areas of growth for the year, including advancements in AI and clinical innovation. She addresses anticipated challenges such as the rapid pace of change and transforming operating models, while sharing her strategies for setting the organization up for long-term success.

Cet épisode spécial du Panier a été enregistré en live à Bordeaux en partenariat avec Shopify. Pour l'occasion, Laurent Kretz a reçu Benoît Gibier, Chief Digital & E-Commerce Officer chez Millésima, et Marvin Cavaille, cofondateur de Tajinebanane.Deux stratégies, deux approches, un même objectif : accélérer la croissance grâce au digital.

Hear from Ira Rubenstein, Chief Digital and Marketing Officer at PBS, as he discusses the transformation of public media for the streaming age. Drawing from his 20+ years of experience championing digital innovation in Hollywood, Rubenstein details PBS's evolution into a sophisticated digital platform delivering 400 million streams monthly. He highlights PBS's unique challenges as a membership organization of 300+ local stations, its commitment to accessibility, and innovative approaches to digital fundraising. The discussion emphasizes PBS's role as a national treasure adapting to rapid technological change while maintaining its core mission of providing free, educational content to all Americans.

In this episode, Dr. Zafar Chaudry, Senior VP, Chief Digital, AI, and Information Officer at Seattle Children's, discusses the intersection of technology and pediatric care. He shares insights on AI integration, digital transformation, and the challenges of evolving healthcare systems—all while ensuring a patient-centered approach.

When technology fails, patient care cannot. That stark reality underscores the importance of business continuity planning in healthcare, a subject Anika Gardenhire, Chief Digital & Information Officer at Ardent Health Services, knows well. Having navigated a major ransomware incident, she believes that resilience is not just about preventing failures but about preparing for when—not if—they […] Source: Building Resiliency Depends on Establishing Key Relationships Before Disaster Strikes on healthsystemcio.com - healthsystemCIO.com is the sole online-only publication dedicated to exclusively and comprehensively serving the information needs of healthcare CIOs.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a key topic in C-suite and board room discussions these days; one with the potential to redefine or at least impact every aspect of business and society. Leaders around the world and across industries are racing to figure out how to best implement the technology to gain efficiencies, increase productivity, and ultimately grow their business. Today, Hoda and Simon talk with serial entrepreneur and Coveo Chairman and CEO Louis Têtu to help shed some light on how leaders can harness the power of AI in their business. With more than 25 years in the tech industry, Louis shares his perspectives on how leaders can take advantage of AI transformation and what mistakes to look out for. He'll talk about the importance of AI ethics, and how leaders can navigate the culture change that AI brings to an organization. He'll also share how AI and GenAI can create better experiences for their customers and employees. And as someone who's worked with and served on several boards, he'll talk about what goes into building a successful board and the power of optimism. We'll also hear from Harpreet Khurana, Chief Digital and Data Analytics Officer at RRA. Harpreet will outline the risk when organizations don't use AI ethically and sets out RRA's people-first approach to responsible AI. Read more about our RRA's Responsible AI Principles. Four things you'll learn from this episode: How leaders can leverage AI in their organizations and how that might impact how they lead their teams What leaders need to keep in mind when it comes to AI ethics and culture change What goes into building a successful board Leadership tips on building a successful company If you enjoyed this episode, you might also like these Redefiners episodes: Talking Transformational Leadership with RRA's CEO Constantine Alexandrakis Exploring the Art of Possible with Google and Alphabet President and Chief Investment Officer Ruth Porat Leadership Lounge: Unleashing AI's potential: Are you ready to lead the charge? Driving Transformation with Volvo Cars President and CEO Jim Rowan Leadership Lounge: How can leaders succeed in a Gen-AI-driven world? A Front Row Seat to the AI Revolution with Microsoft Vice Chair and President Brad Smith – Part 1 and Part 2

945: In a panel from last year's Metis Strategy Summit, Royal Caribbean's CIO Martha Poulter and Avis Budget Group's Chief Digital and Innovation Officer Ravi Simhambhatla share how they're harnessing AI to transform customer experiences and operations. During the discussion, these executives explore how AI-driven personalization boosts conversions, the role of predictive models in operational efficiency, and the importance of blending digital and physical realities. From improving asset utilization to reducing waste and empowering employees, discover how these industry leaders are shaping the future of travel and hospitality.

The telecom industry is undergoing a fundamental transformation. This shift is creating new business opportunities and services but also brings significant challenges in transformation and modernization. In a new five-part mini-series, Reimagining Telecoms, we will explore these challenges through five distinct lenses: Growth, Networks, Simplification, Data & AI, and Regulation, uncovering lessons and insights relevant to telecom organizations and beyond. This week, Dave, Esmee, and Rob speak with Ashish Surti, EVP and Chief Digital & Information Officer at Colt Technology Services, about whether regulations can provide a strategic advantage in cybersecurity and sustainability. 'Reimagining Telecoms' Episodes 3 - 5 will be available in the coming weeks.TLDR00:58 Update on 'Reimaging Telecoms' mini-series05:38 Main conversation with Ashish Surti31:40 Is Europe lagging behind in Cybersecurity? 42:25 Creating car models and investing in technology stack GuestAshish Surti: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashishsurti/HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/Guest host: Praveen Shankar: https://www.linkedin.com/in/praveen-shankar-capgemini/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

I'm thrilled to launch a new trilogy of double episodes: a lecture series by Professor Sarah Paine of the Naval War College, each followed by a deep Q&A.In this first episode, Prof Paine talks about key decisions by Khrushchev, Mao, Nehru, Bhutto, & Lyndon Johnson that shaped the whole dynamic of South Asia today. This is followed by a Q&A.Come for the spy bases, shoestring nukes, and insight about how great power politics impacts every region.Huge thanks to Substack for hosting this!Watch on YouTube. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or any other podcast platform.SponsorsToday's episode is brought to you by Scale AI. Scale partners with the U.S. government to fuel America's AI advantage through their data foundry. The Air Force, Army, Defense Innovation Unit, and Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office all trust Scale to equip their teams with AI-ready data and the technology to build powerful applications.Scale recently introduced Defense Llama, Scale's latest solution available for military personnel. With Defense Llama, military personnel can harness the power of AI to plan military or intelligence operations and understand adversary vulnerabilities.If you're interested in learning more on how Scale powers frontier AI capabilities, go to scale.com/dwarkesh.Timestamps(00:00) - Intro(02:11) - Mao at war, 1949-51(05:40) - Pactomania and Sino-Soviet conflicts(14:42) - The Sino-Indian War(20:00) - Soviet peace in India-Pakistan(22:00) - US Aid and Alliances(26:14) - The difference with WWII(30:09) - The geopolitical map in 1904(35:10) - The US alienates Indira Gandhi(42:58) - Instruments of US power(53:41) - Carrier battle groups(1:02:41) - Q&A begins(1:04:31) - The appeal of the USSR(1:09:36) - The last communist premier(1:15:42) - India and China's lost opportunity(1:58:04) - Bismark's cunning(2:03:05) - Training US officers(2:07:03) - Cruelty in Russian history Get full access to Dwarkesh Podcast at www.dwarkeshpatel.com/subscribe

Successful healthcare transformation requires a collaborative approach, prioritizing clinical needs and leveraging technology as an enabler rather than a driver. In the third and final episode of the CHIME 2024 Fall Forum series, guest host Christopher Kunney interviews Jeff Sturman, Senior Vice President and Chief Digital Information Officer at Memorial Healthcare System. Jeff discusses the importance of embracing change to enhance patient experience, access, and engagement. He shares Memorial's approach to balancing standardization with personalized care, leveraging Epic EHR, and highlights initiatives like their care coordination center with virtual nursing and AI capabilities. Jeff also underscores the critical role of strong provider sponsorship in driving successful digital transformations. Tune in and learn how Memorial System successfully integrates technology and clinical expertise to improve patient care and pave the way for a value-based future! Resources: Connect with and follow Jeff Sturman on LinkedIn. Learn more about Memorial Healthcare System on their LinkedIn and website. 

Guy Cavallo, the chief information officer of the Office of Personnel Management since July 2021, will retire from federal service on Jan. 13, he confirmed to FedScoop. Cavallo leaves federal service having held several top technology roles over the past decade, including as deputy CIO of the Small Business Administration and executive director of IT operations at the Transportation Security Administration. He also served as OPM's principal deputy CIO and acting CIO before being named permanent CIO. As the longest-tenured CIO of OPM in recent memory, Cavallo led that charge on a two-year sprint replacing or migrating over 50 applications from legacy on-premises data centers to the cloud and the launch of the new Postal Health Benefits System last year for more than 1.7 million postal workers and retirees. He touted the system as fully operational 100% of the time with no unscheduled downtime throughout the Open Season. The Pentagon's Chief Digital and AI Office recently completed a pilot exercise with tech nonprofit Humane Intelligence that analyzed three well-known large language models in two real-world use cases aimed at improving modern military medicine, officials confirmed Thursday. In its aftermath, the partners revealed they uncovered hundreds of possible vulnerabilities that defense personnel can account for moving forward when considering LLMs for these purposes. A Defense Department spokesperson told DefenseScoop the findings revealed biases that could impact the military's healthcare system, such as bias related to demographics. They wouldn't share much more about what was exposed, but the official provided new details about the design and implementation of this CDAO-led pilot, the team's follow-up plans and the steps they took to protect service members' privacy while using applicable clinical records. The Daily Scoop Podcast is available every Monday-Friday afternoon. If you want to hear more of the latest from Washington, subscribe to The Daily Scoop Podcast  on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify and YouTube.

937: In this episode of Technovation, Peter High speaks with Joe Park, President of Digital and Restaurant Technology Ecosystem and Chief Digital and Technology Officer at Yum! Brands. Joe discusses Yum!'s incredible journey from 19% to over 50% digital sales in just a few years, fueled by innovations in proprietary technologies and AI-first strategies. He shares insights into how the company has built and scaled an integrated technology ecosystem—referred to as “Restaurant in a Box”—to empower franchisees and enhance the customer experience globally. Joe also highlights Yum!'s strategic use of generative AI and voice AI to streamline operations, reduce team member attrition, and improve restaurant operations. Additionally, he delves into leadership training initiatives, including an AI and digital mindset curriculum developed in partnership with Harvard Business School, to prepare Yum!'s leaders for the digital future.

935: In this episode of Technovation, Peter High speaks with Soumya Seetharam, Chief Digital and Information Officer of Corning, a 170-year-old material science innovator. Soumya discusses her dual role in leading IT operations and driving digital transformation, focusing on reducing technical debt, democratizing technology, and implementing AI-powered solutions like Corning GPT and GenAI operator assistants. Learn how Corning is harnessing data and AI to stay at the forefront of innovation and efficiency.

This episode, recorded live at the Becker's Healthcare 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + RCM Annual Meeting: The Future of Business and Clinical Technologies, features Michael Hasselberg, Chief Digital Health Officer at UR Medicine. Here, he delves into the transformative potential of generative AI foundation models and the critical role of robust data governance processes. Hasselberg also shares how UR Medicine is approaching innovation in unique and impactful ways, setting a new standard for digital health.