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Whenever we switch on our devices, we’re bombarded with AI: Making a significant — though largely unrecognised — contribution to all these initiatives was Cork academic George Boole. Born in the small English cathedral town of Lincoln in 1815, George Boole came from a humble family: his father was a shoemaker, struggling to support four children. A classmate described him as inquisitive, “a sort of prodigy... a star of the first magnitude”. Having left school at 14 years-old, he helped his father build telescopes, kaleidoscopes, even a calculating machine. His translation of a difficult poem from ancient Greek caused outrage: many said this was impossible for a boy of his age, he must have had assistance. Boole went on to write over seventy poems of his own. When his father’s shoe business collapsed, 16-year-old George turned his back on a possible career in the church, and took up school teaching in Doncaster and Liverpool to support his family. Returning to Lincoln in 1834, he daringly set up his own school, and moved his family into the schoolhouse. By getting involved with the Lincoln Mechanics’ Institute, he helped provide an education to adults who’d missed out on school. Boole had a voracious appetite for reading, and taught himself French, German and Latin, but said he got better value from his maths books than novels because they lasted him longer. Strangely, the quiet man never described himself as a mathematician, rather a psychologist, philosopher and logician. “We have a mathematician trying to work out how the mind works”, writes his biographer, Desmond MacHale (The Life and Work of George Boole, Cork University Press, 2014). Getting connected When he was 28, Boole wrote to Professor Augustus de Morgan at University College London, to help him get an article published by the Royal Society. The paper was not only accepted by these eminent scientists, they also awarded him its first gold medal for mathematics. Boole’s name became well known in academic circles... but he was still without a job. The British government's decision to establish ‘Queen’s colleges’ in Ireland gave him the opportunity he needed. However, with no formal qualifications, his only chance of getting a chair was to rely on his publications and testimonials from academic friends, even character references from people living in Lincoln. “My hopes of success are not very sanguine”, he admitted. For months he heard nothing. Suddenly, in August 1849 he received a letter offering him the post of Professor of Mathematics at Queen’s College Cork (UCC), with an annual salary of £250 and lodgings on Grenville Place, opposite North Mall. Cork was “perfect for an independent thinker”, a “maverick”, who at Cambridge University would have been overshadowed, says MacHale. The Cork Examiner (Nov 8, 1849) described him as “well developed in the frontal region, as a phrenologist would say”. Regarded as a “confident”, “modest” and “gentle” teacher, he always had the welfare of his students at heart, and complained about the smoky chimneys and echo in the lecture rooms. Boole became “the prototype of an eccentric professor”, pacing up and down deep in thought, and bringing home complete strangers — on one occasion a whole street band — just because he found them interesting. But he found Cork “uncomfortable”, and couldn’t stand all the rain. He made frequent trips back to Lincoln, and even considered taking a job in Melbourne. In 1850 he was asked to give maths lessons to Mary Everest, a shy 18-year-old girl, niece of George Everest, after whom Mount Everest is named. Teacher and pupil kept in contact, and in 1855 shocked friends by announcing their marriage: he was 40, she was 23. Five daughters were born in quick succession. Ethel Lilian (Voynich), the youngest, came to write The Gadfly , a novel that sold millions of copies in Russia and China. The couple lived first on Sunday’s Well Road, a 10-minute walk from college, later in a house overlooking the sea on Castle Road outside Blackrock, and finally at Lichfield Cottage in suburban Ballintemple”. Mary went to some of his lectures — possibly the first woman in Ireland to attend university classes. Forefather of AI Boole’s masterpiece, An Investigation of the Laws of Thought , was published in 1854, and helped towards his appointment as Fellow of the Royal Society in 1857 — an extraordinary achievement considering he began as a lone wolf schoolteacher. In his book, Boole maintained that every human thought has two outcomes, every whim can be reduced to a mathematical operation: ‘yes’ or ‘no’, ‘true’ or ‘false’, ‘on’ or ‘off’, ‘1’ or ‘0’ — just like the symbols on the switch of an electric kettle. When reasoning, speakers of every language use three words: ‘and’, ‘or’ and ‘not’, continued Boole. By giving these words mathematical symbols (∧, ∨, and ¬), it was possible to control them. Today, they can be used in computer programmes. ‘Boolean Algebra’ and ‘Boolean Logic’ paved the way for designing modern, high-speed computer circuits and relays. These days, “every keystroke on your computer, every swipe on your phone, every answer from Siri can be traced to Boole. We are awash in Boole”, says Canadian technology buff Ava Chisling. Although the expression ‘Artificial Intelligence’ wasn't used until 1955 by American academic John McCarthy, “Boole’s work provided the groundwork for many AI algorithms today”, says philosopher Antonio Panovski. An ugly death Boole’s teaching duties were demanding — he had 73 students, more than any other teacher — and placed a huge toll on his health. Clashes with college management, and a mysterious fire which burned down his office, added to this stress. On November 24, 1864, when his train was cancelled, he walked three miles in pouring rain from his home in Ballintemple to Queen's College, where he lectured in saturated clothes. That night he developed a feverish cold, which settled on his lungs. Delirious and unable to speak, doctors concluded that his brain was in “the most alarming condition”. Mary Boole was an advocate of ‘fringe medicine’, especially homeopathy, which believes in treating the illness with the cause. Seeing as her husband’s illness was caused by exposure to rain, moisture could restore him to health, so she laid him in wet linen. On the evening of December 8, aged only 49, George Boole died from pneumonia. Although only a simple headstone marks his grave at St Michael’s Cemetery, Blackrock, Boole’s name lives on at UCC, where the library bears his name, and a panel in the Boole Memorial Window depicts him as a medieval scholar, diligently at work. “If Boole had lived”, speculates MacHale, “we might have had the computer revolution in the 19th century, rather than the 20th and 21st century”. Be that as it may, he would surely be chuffed — in his quiet way, of course — that today an AI-driven self-emptying robot vacuum cleaner and mop combo, called the ‘Boolean Cloud H7’, can clean people’s homes when they tap on their smartphone.

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By KENYA HUNTER, Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) — As she checked into a recent flight to Mexico for vacation, Teja Smith chuckled at the idea of joining another Women’s March on Washington . As a Black woman, she just couldn’t see herself helping to replicate the largest act of resistance against then-President Donald Trump’s first term in January 2017. Even in an election this year where Trump questioned his opponent’s race , held rallies featuring racist insults and falsely claimed Black migrants in Ohio were eating residents’ pets , he didn’t just win a second term. He became the first Republican in two decades to clinch the popular vote, although by a small margin. “It’s like the people have spoken and this is what America looks like,” said Smith, the Los Angeles-based founder of the advocacy social media agency, Get Social. “And there’s not too much more fighting that you’re going to be able to do without losing your own sanity.” After Trump was declared the winner over Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris , many politically engaged Black women said they were so dismayed by the outcome that they were reassessing — but not completely abandoning — their enthusiasm for electoral politics and movement organizing. Black women often carry much of the work of getting out the vote in their communities. They had vigorously supported the historic candidacy of Harris, who would have been the first woman of Black and South Asian descent to win the presidency. Harris’ loss spurred a wave of Black women across social media resolving to prioritize themselves, before giving so much to a country that over and over has shown its indifference to their concerns. AP VoteCast , a survey of more than 120,000 voters, found that 6 in 10 Black women said the future of democracy in the United States was the single most important factor for their vote this year, a higher share than for other demographic groups. But now, with Trump set to return to office in two months, some Black women are renewing calls to emphasize rest, focus on mental health and become more selective about what fight they lend their organizing power to. “America is going to have to save herself,” said LaTosha Brown, the co-founder of the national voting rights group Black Voters Matter. She compared Black women’s presence in social justice movements as “core strategists and core organizers” to the North Star, known as the most consistent and dependable star in the galaxy because of its seemingly fixed position in the sky. People can rely on Black women to lead change, Brown said, but the next four years will look different. “That’s not a herculean task that’s for us. We don’t want that title. ... I have no goals to be a martyr for a nation that cares nothing about me,” she said. AP VoteCast paints a clear picture of Black women’s concerns. Black female voters were most likely to say that democracy was the single most important factor for their vote, compared to other motivators such as high prices or abortion. More than 7 in 10 Black female voters said they were “very concerned” that electing Trump would lead the nation toward authoritarianism, while only about 2 in 10 said this about Harris. About 9 in 10 Black female voters supported Harris in 2024, according to AP VoteCast, similar to the share that backed Democrat Joe Biden in 2020. Trump received support from more than half of white voters, who made up the vast majority of his coalition in both years. Like voters overall, Black women were most likely to say the economy and jobs were the most important issues facing the country, with about one-third saying that. But they were more likely than many other groups to say that abortion and racism were the top issues, and much less likely than other groups to say immigration was the top issue. Despite those concerns, which were well-voiced by Black women throughout the campaign, increased support from young men of color and white women helped expand Trump’s lead and secured his victory. Politically engaged Black women said they don’t plan to continue positioning themselves in the vertebrae of the “backbone” of America’s democracy. The growing movement prompting Black women to withdraw is a shift from history, where they are often present and at the forefront of political and social change. One of the earliest examples is the women’s suffrage movement that led to ratification in 1920 of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution , which gave women the right to vote. Black women, however, were prevented from voting for decades afterward because of Jim Crow-era literacy tests, poll taxes and laws that blocked the grandchildren of slaves from voting. Most Black women couldn’t vote until the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Black women were among the organizers and counted among the marchers brutalized on the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Alabama, during the historic march in 1965 from Selma to Montgomery that preceded federal legislation. Decades later, Black women were prominent organizers of the Black Lives Matter movement in response to the deaths of Black Americans at the hands of police and vigilantes. In his 2024 campaign, Trump called for leveraging federal money to eliminate diversity, equity and inclusion programs in government programs and discussions of race, gender or sexual orientation in schools. His rhetoric on immigration, including false claims that Black Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, were eating cats and dogs, drove support for his plan to deport millions of people . Tenita Taylor, a Black resident of Atlanta who supported Trump this year, said she was initially excited about Harris’ candidacy. But after thinking about how high her grocery bills have been, she feels that voting for Trump in hopes of finally getting lower prices was a form of self-prioritization. “People say, ‘Well, that’s selfish, it was gonna be better for the greater good,”’ she said. “I’m a mother of five kids. ... The things that (Democrats) do either affect the rich or the poor.” Some of Trump’s plans affect people in Olivia Gordon’s immediate community, which is why she struggled to get behind the “Black women rest” wave. Gordon, a New York-based lawyer who supported the Party for Socialism and Liberation’s presidential nominee, Claudia de la Cruz, worries about who may be left behind if the 92% of Black women voters who backed Harris simply stopped advocating. “We’re talking millions of Black women here. If millions of Black women take a step back, it absolutely leaves holes, but for other Black women,” she said. “I think we sometimes are in the bubble of if it’s not in your immediate circle, maybe it doesn’t apply to you. And I truly implore people to understand that it does.” Nicole Lewis, an Alabama-based therapist who specializes in treating Black women’s stress, said she’s aware that Black women withdrawing from social impact movements could have a fallout. But she also hopes that it forces a reckoning for the nation to understand the consequences of not standing in solidarity with Black women. “It could impact things negatively because there isn’t that voice from the most empathetic group,” she said. “I also think it’s going to give other groups an opportunity to step up. ... My hope is that they do show up for themselves and everyone else.” Brown said a reckoning might be exactly what the country needs, but it’s a reckoning for everyone else. Black women, she said, did their job when they supported Harris in droves in hopes they could thwart the massive changes expected under Trump. “This ain’t our reckoning,” she said. “I don’t feel no guilt.” AP polling editor Amelia Thomson DeVeaux and Associated Press writer Linley Sanders in Washington contributed to this report. The Associated Press Health and Science Department receives support from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. The AP is solely responsible for all content.The team attended the 2024 Annual Conference of the Museum Association of the Caribbean [MAC] in Panama. A spokesperson said, “The National Museum of Bermuda [NMB] was strongly represented at the 2024 Annual Conference of the Museum Association of the Caribbean [MAC] in Panama City, Panama. Led by NMB Executive Director Elena Strong, and co-president of MAC, the team included NMB education committee chair and trustee Dr. Janet Ferguson, curator Dr. Deborah Atwood, curatorial assistant Chynna Trott, and curatorial intern and interim MAC secretariat Amani Simons. Together, they showcased the Museum’s initiatives, engaged with Caribbean and Circum-Caribbean museum colleagues, and contributed to key discussions on the future of museums in the region. “The conference, ‘The Future of Caribbean Museums: Communities, Co-creation, and Connections,’ was opened by Ms. Strong, who introduced the keynote speaker, Ana Elizabeth González, director of the Museo del Canal. González reflected on the Museo del Canal’s transformation into a dynamic space that preserves Panama’s history and cultural heritage and embraces a broader range of cultural and social narratives. She highlighted the Museo del Canal’s efforts to connect with local communities, foster civic engagement, and establish itself as a key cultural reference for the region, contributing to Panama’s cultural and historical future. “The Conference had over 200 attendees with 57 presenters representing 25 countries across the region. Over the course of three days, presenters shared insights, explored opportunities for co-creation, and fostered deeper regional collaboration.” Ms. Simons shared: “In my interim secretariat role and in attending the conference, I have been exposed to a new side of heritage and culture. Working with like-minded individuals from the Caribbean, Latin America, the US and Canada has enhanced my understanding of not just my own history but the Atlantic World as a whole. My biggest takeaway from the conference was a quote that I heard during a presentation: ‘be the subject of history, not the object of it’. I identified with this because highlighting the everyday stories in history is just as important as the ones already being told.” The spokesperson said, “Ms. Strong organised a workshop at the conference facilitated by Dr. Ferguson, which brought together 20 museum leaders to creatively imagine what inter regional collaboration could look like. This interactive event allowed participants to share ideas on how museums can best serve their communities, with a focus on amplifying marginalised voices and fostering inclusive cultural spaces. “Dr. Ferguson was also a presenter, sharing the unique role museums play in fostering community engagement through innovative learning approaches. She highlighted NMB’s Adult Ambassadors programme, which uses facilitation methods, adult education pedagogies, participatory approaches, and dialogic learning to take museum tours to the next level. “In their presentation, Dr. Atwood and Ms. Trott shared insights into NMB’s transformation from a static repository of artifacts to a dynamic hub for community engagement, storytelling, and collaborative creation. They highlighted existing NMB projects that do this work such as ‘ ’, ‘ ’ and ‘ ’. “A highlight was the keynote speakers’ discussion for MAC’s AGM which focused on the post-COVID challenges facing museums globally. Dr. Oris Sanjur, Deputy Director of the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute [STRI] in Panama, and Dr. Ariana A. Curtis, Curator at the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture and MAC Director, discussed issues such as resource disparities, the burnout of cultural workers, and the evolving demands on museums in the current cultural and political climate. Dr Sanjur, as the first female leader for STRI, emphasised the importance of resilience, empathetic leadership and fostering safe, healthy environments for both staff and visitors.” Reflecting on the conference, Ms. Strong shared: “Overall, the MAC conference underscored the vital role of museums in the Caribbean and Circum-Caribbean as centers of innovation, dialogue, and cultural resilience. The conversations, ideas, and collaborations developed during this event highlight the importance of these regions in shaping the future of museums worldwide. By continuing to strengthen connections across the Caribbean and beyond, museums in the Caribbean/Circum-Caribbean are positioned to lead the way in co-creating sustainable, inclusive cultural spaces that amplify diverse voices and reflect the dynamic histories of their communities. “While Bermuda is not geographically located in the Caribbean, we have so much in common with our southern museum colleagues. The conference was key for inspiration, networking, and professional development for the NMB team. Insights gained and relationships established will help guide NMB’s ongoing efforts to be a dynamic and inclusive space that serves our community and preserves Bermuda’s cultural heritage for future generations.” : , ,

The NBA has issued a warning to its players to increase home security following a number of break-ins - and the FBI are involved. In a memo the NBA sent to its team officials, the league revealed that the FBI has connected several burglaries to "transnational South American Theft Groups." The groups are reportedly well-organized, sophisticated rings that incorporate advanced techniques and technologies, including pre-surveillance, drones, and signal jamming devices." The NBA decided to warn players to safeguard valuable items as transnational crime rings could be targeting US sports stars. Officials with both the NBA and NFL are assessing the danger following a series of brazen home break-ins that've targeted some of their most well known players. NFL issues security alert after Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes incidents Giannis Antetokounmpo gets involved as 'Unrivaled' awaits Caitlin Clark decision The NBA's senior vice president and chief security officer Leon Newsome told league presidents and general managers that officials have been briefed by FBI agents. The FBI reportedly warned that pro atheltes are among the people targeted by “SATGs”. Newsome said: “These SATGs are reportedly well-organized, sophisticated rings that incorporate advanced techniques and technologies, including pre-surveillance, drones, and signal jamming devices. The SATGs are primarily focused on cash and items that can be resold on the black market, such as jewelry, watches, and luxury bags. The FBI reported that, in most of the incidents, the homes were equipped with alarm systems that were not activated. The FBI also reported that the homes were all unoccupied and, in most cases, no dogs were present.” The NBA memo did not name any victims. However, Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis and Minnesota Timberwolves guard Michael Conley both suffered burglaries after Kansas City Chiefs duo Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce were hit. Follow us on X for the best and latest in sports news Earlier this week, the NFL advised players to be mindful when it comes to publicly disclosing information associated with their whereabouts, homes, and any luxury items. The NFL memo read: “The homes of professional athletes across multiple sports leagues have become increasingly targeted for burglaries by organized and skilled groups. “It is important for players to maintain situational awareness, practice social media safety and implement home security measures to reduce risk of becoming a target.” Mahomes and Kelce, the star tight end and boyfriend of Taylor Swift , were both break-in victims at their homes in the Kansas City area. Mahomes' house in Belton, Missouri, was hit on Oct. 6, while Kelce's place in Leawood, Kansas, was broken into Oct. 7. Both men were out the house as they prepared for the Chiefs' Monday Night Football clash with the New Orleans Saints. “Obviously, it’s frustrating, disappointing,” Mahomes told reporters before facing the Bills on Sunday. “I can't get into too many of the details because the investigation is still ongoing. But obviously it's something that you don’t want to happen to, really, anybody but obviously yourself.”

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Gulf Warehousing Company (GWC) has announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, GWC Energy Services, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Saudi Offshore Fabrication Company (OFC) to develop 100,000 square metres of Grade ‘A’ logistics facilities at Ras Al-Khair Industrial Port in Saudi Arabia. The MoU was signed by Matthew Kearns, Deputy CEO, GWC; and Fahhad Alharbi, CEO of OFC. Under this agreement, GWC Energy Services will develop OFC’s storage and logistics facilities, leveraging its expertise in logistics and energy supply chain solutions to ensure the facilities are optimised to serve the clients’ needs. Kearns said, “We are delighted to sign this new MoU with OFC, a distinguished leader in Saudi Arabia’s industrial sector. This collaboration represents a significant step in our expansion strategy and reinforces our commitment to strengthening our footprint in the Saudi market. “Recently, GWC has also signed a head of terms with GFH Financial Group (GFH) to develop 200,000 square metres of Grade ‘A’ logistics facilities across key locations in Saudi Arabia, including Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam.” He added: “Combining the expertise of GWC Energy Services with the capabilities of OFC will drive operational excellence and efficiency. This collaboration also underscores our dedication to strengthening our regional presence through strategic partnerships with leading companies, further cementing our position as a leading logistics and supply chain solutions provider across the region.” GWC Energy Services is fully committed to promoting innovation and excellence, providing cutting-edge solutions to clients in the energy sector. These efforts are geared towards enhancing operational efficiency and setting new benchmarks in integrated shipping, logistics, and marine services for companies in Qatar, across the GCC and globally. Alharbi stated: “Our partnership with GWC Energy Services is a strategic move that aligns with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, which seeks to establish the Kingdom as a global logistics hub connecting Asia, Africa, and Europe together. It also paves the way for delivering world-class supply chain solutions and services within the energy sector.” In 2022, Alharbi, CEO and founder, established OFC, as the first Saudi company specialising in manufacturing offshore rigs and providing comprehensive offshore logistics support to drilling contractors, offshore platforms, and subsea pipeline projects for Saudi Aramco and other key players in the Gulf region. Funded by Aramco’s Wa’ed Ventures and the Saudi Social Development Bank, OFC is strategically positioned at Ras Al-Khair Port, proximate to the world’s largest offshore field ‘Safaniyah’, and the King Salman International Complex for Maritime Industries and Services, the largest full-service marine yard in the Middle East. In May 2023, GWC launched its wholly owned subsidiary, GWC Energy, which provides expert logistics solutions for the entire energy cycle. Committed to supporting clients' business growth, GWC Energy places the strategic objectives and ambitions of its customers at the core of its operations. GWC Energy offers complete shipping, maritime, and logistics solutions that are customised for clients in the energy sector. Manpower, equipment, marine logistics, warehousing, supply base management, bunker supply and rig, and mob/demob assistance are among the core service. From humble beginnings in 2004, GWC has expanded its infrastructure to encompass half a million square metres of energy infrastructure, largely clustered in two dedicated hubs to the north and south. These include open yards for pipe laydowns, hazmat storage, and specialised equipment for repair and refurbishment. GWC's strategic placement of hubs, coupled with advanced tracking technology, ensures optimal efficiency in handling gas-related projects.Super Micro extends last week's gain, wounding short sellersAfter Trump’s win, Black women are rethinking their role as America’s reliable political organizers

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NEW YORK , Nov. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Report on how AI is driving market transformation - The global defense IT spending market size is estimated to grow by USD 23.53 billion from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 4.49% during the forecast period. Development of autonomous systems is driving market growth, with a trend towards adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). However, issues related to digital sovereignty poses a challenge.Key market players include Accenture Plc, Amazon.com Inc., BAE Systems Plc, CRON AI, Cubic Corp., CyAmast Pty Ltd., Dell Technologies Inc., General Dynamics Corp., Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co., Holo Light GmbH, International Business Machines Corp., Kratos Defense and Security Solutions Inc., Leidos Holdings Inc., ManTech International Corp., Microsoft Corp., Northrop Grumman Corp., Oracle Corp., Pennant International Group PLC, Science Applications International Corp. Inc., and Palantir Technologies Inc.. AI-Powered Market Evolution Insights. Our comprehensive market report ready with the latest trends, growth opportunities, and strategic analysis- View Free Sample Report PDF Key Market Trends Fueling Growth Defense IT spending continues to grow as Defense Forces, Homeland Security, and Paramilitary Forces prioritize modernization. Key areas of focus include Cybersecurity to protect National defense data from Cyberattacks, Communication Systems for Secure communications, and Intelligence Technologies for data analysis. IT Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, and Software solutions are essential for Defense operations and Military Capabilities. Geopolitical Tensions fuel the demand for advanced IT Solutions such as 5G, Artificial Intelligence, and Autonomous Systems. Defense IT systems require Cutting edge technologies like Decision science platforms, Sensor systems, Actuators, and Control systems for Battlefield management in a Network centric environment. IT Spending on hardware, services, and IT technologies for Unmanned Systems, Smart weapons, and Virtual/Augmented Reality technology also increase. Government Policies and Defense Modernization initiatives drive investments in Healthcare IT, IoT analytics, and Military infrastructures. Overall, Defense IT spending remains a critical area of investment for enhancing Military capabilities and responding to evolving threats. The global defense IT spending market is witnessing a significant increase in the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies. These innovations are gaining popularity among governments and defense organizations due to their potential to bolster military capabilities, streamline decision-making processes, and fortify national security. Autonomous systems, such as robotic systems, unmanned vehicles, and drones, are among the primary applications of AI and ML in the defense sector. These systems, which operate without human intervention, can carry out essential military tasks, including target detection, surveillance, reconnaissance, and combat operations. The integration of AI and ML in defense IT spending is a strategic investment for enhancing military readiness and effectiveness. Insights on how AI is driving innovation, efficiency, and market growth- Request Sample! Market Challenges Defense IT spending continues to grow as Defense Forces, Homeland Security, and Paramilitary Forces invest in advanced IT solutions to enhance their capabilities. Challenges include securing cybersecurity for national defense data and secure communications. IT infrastructure, cloud computing, and data analytics are key areas of focus. Defense IT systems require the latest software, hardware, and services to support defense operations and military actions. Geopolitical tensions increase the need for modernization, with IT spending on intelligence technologies, 5G, artificial intelligence, and autonomous systems. Cyberattacks threaten defense IT infrastructure, making cybersecurity a top priority. IT technologies like sensors, VR/AR technology, and IoT analytics support battlefield management and decision-making in a network centric environment. Defense IT spending also covers healthcare, unmanned systems, and military infrastructures. Smart weapons, actuators, control systems, and flight simulators are essential for military readiness. Government policies and defense modernization initiatives drive IT investments in defense IT systems and IT technologies. Overall, defense IT spending is critical for maintaining military capabilities and staying ahead of the curve in the digital transformation. 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Systems Integration ensures seamless communication and interoperability by integrating defense IT systems, tools, and software. Application Development and Maintenance create and manage specialized software applications for defense companies. Managed Services outsource IT tasks to vendors for cost savings and productivity gains. Cybersecurity Services protect critical infrastructure and private military data from cyber threats. Training and Support Services optimize IT system usage and performance. Data Analytics Services extract valuable insights from defense data for informed decision-making and operational efficiency improvements. These essential services enable defense organizations to adapt to technology landscapes, enhance capabilities, and drive the growth of the defense IT spending market. Download complimentary Sample Report to gain insights into AI's impact on market dynamics, emerging trends, and future opportunities- including forecast (2024-2028) and historic data (2018 - 2022) Research Analysis The Defense IT Spending market is a critical sector that continues to evolve, driven by the increasing demand for advanced technologies to support Defense Forces, Civilian Forces, Homeland Security, and other government agencies. This market encompasses various domains, including Cybersecurity, Communication Systems, Intelligence Technologies, IT Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Data Analytics, and more. Cutting-edge technologies such as Cybersecurity solutions, 5G networks, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Autonomous systems, and Internet of Things (IoT) analytics are increasingly being adopted to enhance security, improve communication, and optimize decision-making in a network centric environment. Additionally, Defense IT infrastructure supports the development of Smart weapons, Battlefield management systems, Decision science platforms, and Healthcare solutions. Communication Systems enable secure and reliable communication between forces, while Intelligence Technologies provide real-time data analysis and actionable insights. VR/AR technology, Flight simulators, and Sensors are also integral to the Defense IT Spending market, enabling advanced training and simulation capabilities. Overall, this market is undergoing a digital transformation, with a focus on integrating the latest technologies to enhance operational effectiveness and improve mission success. Market Research Overview The Defense IT Spending market is a critical sector that focuses on providing advanced IT solutions to Defense Forces, Homeland Security, and Paramilitary Forces worldwide. This market encompasses various IT sectors, including Cybersecurity, Communication Systems, Intelligence Technologies, IT Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Data Analytics, and more. Defense IT systems are essential for military capabilities, ensuring secure communications, battlefield management, and decision-making in a network centric environment. The market is driven by Geopolitical Tensions, Defense Modernization, and Government Policies, leading to increased IT Spending on cutting-edge technologies such as 5G, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomous Systems, and Digital Transformation. Cybersecurity is a significant concern, with Defense Forces and National Defense Data at risk from cyberattacks. IT Solutions in this sector include Software, Hardware, and Services to protect against threats and ensure secure data transfer. Communication Systems, including sensors, actuators, and control systems, are crucial for military operations, while Unmanned Systems and VR/AR technology provide advanced training capabilities. Defense IT infrastructure also includes IT technologies for healthcare, military infrastructures, and IoT analytics for military actions. Smart weapons, sensors, and actuators are integral components of defense operations, while IT technologies such as flight simulators and battlefield management systems enable effective military decision-making. Overall, the Defense IT Spending market is a dynamic and evolving sector that continues to adapt to the changing needs of defense organizations worldwide. Table of Contents: 1 Executive Summary 2 Market Landscape 3 Market Sizing 4 Historic Market Size 5 Five Forces Analysis 6 Market Segmentation Type Service Software Hardware Application Cyber Security IT Infrastructure Logistic And Asset Management Others Geography North America APAC Europe Middle East And Africa South America 7 Customer Landscape 8 Geographic Landscape 9 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends 10 Company Landscape 11 Company Analysis 12 Appendix About Technavio Technavio is a leading global technology research and advisory company. Their research and analysis focuses on emerging market trends and provides actionable insights to help businesses identify market opportunities and develop effective strategies to optimize their market positions. With over 500 specialized analysts, Technavio's report library consists of more than 17,000 reports and counting, covering 800 technologies, spanning across 50 countries. 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NoneIt’s a daunting reality for Democrats: Republican Donald Trump's support has grown broadly since he last sought the presidency. In his defeat of Democrat Kamala Harris , Trump won a bigger percentage of the vote in each one of the 50 states, and Washington, D.C., than he did four years ago. He won more actual votes than in 2020 in 40 states, according to an Associated Press analysis. Certainly, Harris’ more than 7 million vote decline from President Joe Biden’s 2020 total was a factor in her loss, especially in swing-state metropolitan areas that have been the party’s winning electoral strongholds. But, despite national turnout that was lower than in the high-enthusiasm 2020 election, Trump received 2.5 million more votes than he did four years ago. He swept the seven most competitive states to win a convincing Electoral College victory, becoming the first Republican nominee in 20 years to win a majority of the popular vote. Trump cut into places where Harris needed to overperform to win a close election. Now Democrats are weighing how to regain traction ahead of the midterm elections in two years, when control of Congress will again be up for grabs and dozens of governors elected. There were some notable pieces to how Trump's victory came together: Though Trump improved across the map, his gains were particularly noteworthy in urban counties home to the cities of Detroit, Milwaukee and Philadelphia, electoral engines that stalled for Harris in industrial swing states Michigan, Wisconsin and Pennsylvania. Harris fell more than 50,000 votes — and 5 percentage points — short of Biden's total in Wayne County, Michigan, which makes up the lion's share of the Detroit metro area. She was almost 36,000 votes off Biden's mark in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, and about 1,000 short in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. It wasn't only Harris' shortfall that helped Trump carry the states, a trio that Democrats had collectively carried in six of the seven previous elections before Nov. 5. Trump added to his 2020 totals in all three metro counties, netting more than 24,000 votes in Wayne County, more than 11,000 in Philadelphia County and almost 4,000 in Milwaukee County. It’s not yet possible to determine whether Harris fell short of Biden’s performance because Biden voters stayed home or switched their vote to Trump — or how some combination of the two produced the rightward drift evident in each of these states. Harris advertised heavily and campaigned regularly in each, and made Milwaukee County her first stop as a candidate with a rally in July. These swings alone were not the difference in Michigan, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin, but her weaker performance than Biden across the three metros helped Trump, who held on to big 2020 margins in the three states' broad rural areas and improved or held steady in populous suburbs. Trump's team and outside groups supporting him knew from their data that he was making inroads with Black voters, particularly Black men younger than 50, more concentrated in these urban areas that have been key to Democratic victories. When James Blair, Trump's political director, saw results coming in from Philadelphia on election night, he knew Trump had cut into the more predominantly Black precincts, a gain that would echo in Wayne and Milwaukee counties. “The data made clear there was an opportunity there,” Blair said. AP VoteCast, a nationwide survey of more than 120,000 voters, found Trump won a larger share of Black and Latino voters than he did in 2020, and most notably among men under age 45. Democrats won Senate races in Michigan and Wisconsin but lost in Pennsylvania. In 2026, they will be defending governorships in all three states and a Senate seat in Michigan. Despite the burst of enthusiasm Harris' candidacy created among the Democratic base when she entered the race in July, she ended up receiving fewer votes than Biden in three of the seven states where she campaigned almost exclusively. In Arizona, she received about 90,000 fewer votes than Biden. She received about 67,000 fewer in Michigan and 39,000 fewer in Pennsylvania. In four others — Georgia, Nevada, North Carolina and Wisconsin — Harris won more votes than Biden did. But Trump's support grew by more — in some states, significantly more. That dynamic is glaring in Georgia, where Harris received almost 73,000 more votes than Biden did when he very narrowly carried the state. But Trump added more than 200,000 to his 2020 total, en route to winning Georgia by roughly 2 percentage points. In Wisconsin, Trump's team reacted to slippage it saw in GOP-leaning counties in suburban Milwaukee by targeting once-Democratic-leaning, working-class areas, where Trump made notable gains. In the three largest suburban Milwaukee counties — Ozaukee, Washington and Waukesha — which have formed the backbone of GOP victories for decades, Harris performed better than Biden did in 2020. She also gained more votes than Trump gained over 2020, though he still won the counties. That made Trump's focus on Rock County, a blue-collar area in south central Wisconsin, critical. Trump received 3,084 more votes in Rock County, home of the former automotive manufacturing city of Janesville, than he did in 2020, while Harris underperformed Biden's 2020 total by seven votes. That helped Trump offset Harris' improvement in Milwaukee's suburbs. The focus speaks to the strength Trump has had and continued to grow with middle-income, non-college educated voters, the Trump campaign's senior data analyst Tim Saler said. “If you're going to have to lean into working-class voters, they are particularly strong in Wisconsin,” Saler said. “We saw huge shifts from 2020 to 2024 in our favor.” Of the seven most competitive states, Arizona saw the smallest increase in the number of votes cast in the presidential contest — slightly more than 4,000 votes, in a state with more than 3.3 million ballots cast. That was despite nearly 30 campaign visits to Arizona by Trump, Harris and their running mates and more than $432 million spent on advertising by the campaigns and allied outside groups, according to the ad-monitoring firm AdImpact. Arizona, alone of the seven swing states, saw Harris fall short of Biden across small, midsize and large counties. In the other six states, she was able to hold on in at least one of these categories. Even more telling, it is also the only swing state where Trump improved his margin in every single county. While turnout in Maricopa County, Arizona's most populous as the home to Phoenix, dipped slightly from 2020 — by 14,199 votes, a tiny change in a county where more than 2 million people voted — Trump gained almost 56,000 more votes than four years ago. Meanwhile, Harris fell more than 60,000 votes short of Biden's total, contributing to a shift significant enough to swing the county and state to Trump, who lost Arizona by fewer than 11,000 votes in 2020. The biggest leaps to the right weren't taking place exclusively among Republican-leaning counties, but also among the most Democratic-leaning counties in the states. Michigan's Wayne County swung 9 points toward Trump, tying the more Republican-leaning Antrim County for the largest movement in the state. AP VoteCast found that voters were most likely to say the economy was the most important issue facing the country in 2024, followed by immigration. Trump supporters were more motivated by economic issues and immigration than Harris', the survey showed. “It’s still all about the economy," said North Carolina Democratic strategist Morgan Jackson, a senior adviser to Democrat Josh Stein, who won North Carolina’s governorship on Nov. 5 as Trump also carried the state. “Democrats have to embrace an economic message that actually works for real people and talk about it in the kind of terms that people get, rather than giving them a dissertation of economic policy,” he said. Governor’s elections in 2026 give Democrats a chance to test their understanding and messaging on the issue, said Democratic pollster Margie Omero, whose firm has advised Wisconsin’s Democratic Gov. Tony Evers in the past and winning Arizona Senate candidate Ruben Gallego this year. “So there’s an opportunity to really make sure people, who governors have a connection to, are feeling some specificity and clarity with the Democratic economic message,” Omero said.Iluka nabs $400m government loan for rare earths project - The Australian Financial Review