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Hazel (YC W24) Is Hiring for Our Largest Government Contract
3 days ago
- Hazel uses AI to transform government procurement, aiming to improve speed, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness for U.S. agencies.
- The role requires U.S. citizenship and a Top Secret security clearance with full-scope polygraph, focusing on deploying AI solutions for federal and SLED agencies.
- Hazel's platform supports the entire procurement lifecycle and is mission-driven, with founders from Palantir and BCG background.
- The position involves full-stack engineering, from architecture to deployment, with ownership of features and working directly with customers.
- Compensation includes $150K-$200K salary and 0.25%-0.75% equity, with opportunities for career growth in national security.
- Hazel promotes a team-oriented, learning-focused culture and is an equal opportunity employer, inspired by historical figure Hazel Ying Lee.
Spanish government 'quietly bans use of Palantir' in critical state systems
4 days ago
- Spanish government restricts new contracts with Palantir over national security and sovereignty concerns, particularly in critical sectors like communications, defense, and infrastructure.
- UK MPs and officials express similar worries, citing vulnerabilities in public services and procurement breaches, while Palantir plans major European defense investments and faces criticism over its political ties.
- Despite the ban, Spain's Ministry of Defense continues negotiations with Palantir on existing contracts, and the company maintains partnerships globally, including with the Israeli military and US agencies.
US Government says it got hacked – again
2 days ago
- DHS is investigating a cyberattack on its Homeland Security Information Network (HSIN), a platform for intelligence sharing among government and law enforcement agencies.
- The breach occurred in late May to early June, potentially exposing sensitive but unclassified information, with concerns raised about national security risks.
- HSIN supports major events like the World Cup and emergency responses, such as a past mid-air collision, highlighting its critical role.
- This incident adds to ongoing scrutiny of federal cybersecurity defenses, following budget cuts under the Trump administration.
- Recent years have seen multiple cybersecurity lapses affecting the U.S. government, including leaks of classified data and personal information.
I Could Kill You with a Consumer Drone
2 days ago
- Consumer drones can be highly advanced and easily modified for military or harmful purposes.
- Terrorist groups like ISIS are increasingly using modified consumer drones in combat zones.
- Government regulations and military spending on drones are lagging behind consumer drone technology advancements.
- The gap between military and consumer drone capabilities is narrowing rapidly.
- There is a call for government to involve industry leaders to address the drone threat.

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Hazel (YC W24) Is Hiring for Our Largest Government Contract

Spanish government 'quietly bans use of Palantir' in critical state systems

US Government says it got hacked – again

I Could Kill You with a Consumer Drone