Chris Scolese Archives

Global network concept art. (Getty Images)

NRO’s new proliferated spy satellite constellation moving into ‘operational phase’

"So, we are going from the demo phase to the operational phase, where we’re really going to be able to start testing all of this stuff out…

Oct 3, 2024 By Mikayla Easley

Edward Ramey, space domain characterization common operating picture segment (SDCCS) lead integration and training support for the Joint Task Force-Space Defense, looks at a computer screen at Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado, Dec. 19, 2022. Through the partnering of the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community and National Reconnaissance Office in the National Space Defense Center, JTF-SD brings to bear the full force of the U.S. Government and synchronizes space superiority planning and operations. (U.S. Space Force photo by Tiana Williams)

As space grows more crowded, US leaders want AI to assist in future missions

At the Space Symposium, National Reconnaissance Office Director Chris Scolese emphasized that the NRO is integrating artificial intelligence and machine learning widely across the organization.

Apr 19, 2023 By Mikayla Easley

NRO, Air and Space Forces jointly investigating how to improve space-based ISR

The organizations are expanding cooperation to better confront modern challenges.

Aug 4, 2022 By Brandi Vincent