Marco Polo dials in to connect military families
Marco Polo launched in 2016 and was dubbed the “video walkie talkie app” by many. It’s becoming a way for military families to have meaningful connections – without the distractions…
This vet’s son made an app to help with his PTSD nightmares
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder can be caused by a myriad of traumatic events like car crashes and losing a baby during childbirth. However, combat has brought PTSD to the forefront…
US Army bars soldiers from using TikTok on government phones
The US Army has barred its soldiers from using TikTok following mounting fears from US lawmakers that the Chinese tech company could pose a national security threat.
Here’s how websites and apps are tracking your behavior
Once you enter your password to access your accounts, you might imagine the website dusting off its hands in satisfaction that its verification process is complete and that, yes, it now knows it was you who just logged in and not an imposter.
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Navy develops app for sailors’ spouses and families
From military installation searches to special family needs, relocation and retirement, the MyNavy Family mobile application is a one-stop shop for Navy spouses and sailors’ families, combining official information from more than 22 websites.
This new app brings eye care to deployed troops
Eye injuries in a deployed setting can be a significant setback for any airman, but new telemedicine capabilities are helping to keep them in the fight.
With funding from the 59th Medical Wing, Joint Base San Antonio, Texas, Air Force and…
US government warns against Chinese-acquired gay dating app Grindr
A Chinese company that acquired gay-dating app Grindr is reportedly selling it off after the US government labeled it a national security risk.
Chinese gaming company Beijing Kunlun Tech Co Ltd acquired a 60% stake in Grindr in 2016, before bu…
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Marine recruiters go hi-tech with new app
Marine Corps Systems Command has partnered with Marine Corps Recruiting Command to develop a new tool with the goal of making the job of recruiters a little easier. The launch is part of a strategic initiative to modernize the tools and technologies…
Air Force has new app to save time, keep planes battle-ready
The Air Force Reserve went live with an app that is expected to save time and stress for aircraft maintainers late 2018 with an estimated 100 users to be enrolled by February 2019.
Headquarters Air Force, AFRC, and Monkton teamed up to create …