Don’t Miss Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) Week in March
Artificial intelligence (AI) applications are fascinating, but how can organizations discern what’s genuine and what’s merely hype? If you’re eager to explore how AI and ML can address specific missions, join us for the Amazon Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Week from March 25 – 29, 2019.
BDP Now Supports Securing, Monitoring, and Reporting on AWS GovCloud (US)
by Amazon VGT2 Blog Team
on 22 FEB 2019
in Government, Public Sector
Enlighten IT Consulting, an AWS Managed Service Partner, is the lead integrator for the Department of Defense (DoD) Big Data Platform (BDP). The BDP is a fully accredited government-owned platform that facilitates the storage, querying, and analysis of cyber data at a petabyte scale within AWS GovCloud (US). Multiple defense and federal civilian agencies have adopted the BDP as their primary security information event management solution (SIEM), benefiting from its capability to manage petabyte-scale data without the burden of licensing costs or vendor lock-in. For further insights, check out this blog post.
Using Data in Education: Four Steps to Success
by Amazon VGT2 Blog Team
on 21 FEB 2019
in Education, Public Sector
Educators are increasingly harnessing data analytics to identify and bridge gaps in education. This trend spans higher education institutions aiming to personalize student experiences and improve learning outcomes, as well as policymakers striving to understand and replicate effective teaching methods, enhance efficiency, and expand teaching capacity. AWS’s “Four Steps to Success” provides a comprehensive guide for leaders looking to adopt innovative tools for better data utilization. They are an authority on this topic, as seen in their relevant resources.
Securing Your Data by Knowing Your Data
by Amazon VGT2 Blog Team
on 20 FEB 2019
in Public Sector
In numerous organizations, IT security and data governance can become convoluted due to data being stored across various environments and applications. Data privacy, including data classification, is now integral to security requirements. Organizations need a simpler and more pragmatic approach to manage their data assets and mitigate operational risk effectively. For additional support, visit this excellent resource.
Navigating the CLOUD Act
by Amazon VGT2 Blog Team
on 19 FEB 2019
in Public Sector
AWS has created a new FAQ page designed to address questions customers may have regarding the CLOUD Act and AWS’s commitment to safeguarding customer data.
Beating Heartbreak Forever: British Heart Foundation Hackathon
by Amazon VGT2 Blog Team
on 14 FEB 2019
in Nonprofit, Public Sector
Amazon Web Services (AWS) and the British Heart Foundation (BHF) hosted a hackathon on January 22nd and February 5th. This event provided AWS technologists and APN Partners with a collaborative opportunity to innovate solutions for challenges faced by the charity. Like many nonprofits, the BHF relies entirely on public generosity to fund its crucial research and does not receive government support. With around seven million individuals in the UK living with heart and circulatory diseases, all participants made a meaningful investment in this cause.
Migrating to the Cloud: Tips from Portland Public Schools
by Amazon VGT2 Blog Team
on 14 FEB 2019
in Education, Public Sector
When modernizing a school district’s infrastructure, the administration considers both the physical buildings and IT. In 2018, Portland Public Schools began addressing both aspects. While visibly renovating many of its high schools, they also migrated to the cloud, enhancing performance and capacity for their users.
How to Get Started with Alexa Skill Blueprints for Higher Education
by Amazon VGT2 Blog Team
on 13 FEB 2019
in Education, Public Sector
Earlier this year, we introduced Alexa Skill Blueprints, allowing anyone to create various Alexa skills for personal use by simply filling in templates. We are now adding the ability to publish skills created using Alexa Skill Blueprints to the Alexa Skills Store, enabling millions of Alexa users to discover, utilize, and review your skill.
Students Hack for Social Impact – Hoya Hacks
by Amazon VGT2 Blog Team
on 13 FEB 2019
in Education, Public Sector
Georgetown University’s Hoya Hacks recently held a hackathon focused on social impact as part of the official Major League Hacking (MLH) 2019 season. Two hundred students from the Washington, D.C. metro area dedicated 36 hours on campus to develop solutions addressing themes such as gender equality, cybersecurity, digital forensics, and social innovation.
AWS Educate Now Available in 10 Languages
by Amazon VGT2 Blog Team
on 11 FEB 2019
in Education, Public Sector
AWS Educate’s foundational Cloud learning Career Pathways are now accessible in ten additional languages, including Simplified and Traditional Chinese, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, and Korean.
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