Digital Government
What will happen if the feds get warrantless access to phone location data
We already know what is possible with the location data stored on our phones, thanks to some cutting-edge academic research.
Digital Government
DNC touts open government initiatives in party platform
Democrats commit to an open Internet and more broadband capacity.
Modernization
Hackers say FBI tracked 12 million iPhones, iPads
Check if yours is among those the group AntiSec has identified.
Emerging Tech
Is Facebook yesterday's news in the presidential race?
The real action in digital campaigning may not hinge on public-facing social-media networks.
Modernization
Romney woos tech sector with small government approach
GOP standard-bearer says he would focus on cybersecurity in his first 100 days.
Cybersecurity
Windows 8 is watching you
Microsoft's latest operating system provides the company with information about every program users install.
Modernization
We're close to strengthening the privacy of your cell phone's location! (But only in California.)
Right now, law enforcement can ask your cell provider where your phone is at pretty much any time.
Management
Leading federal market research firm acquired in private equity deal
Thoma Bravo purchases Deltek for $1.1 billion.
Digital Government
Obama faces delicate decisions as cyberattack fears rise
Experts urge action, but the politics of cybersecurity can be tricky.
Digital Government
Some managers track ‘every detail’ on feds’ computer use
SpectorSoft program allows supervisors to watch workers’ actions ‘like a DVR.’
Digital Government
Tech firms seek Internet freedom planks on party platforms
The Telecommunications Industry Association want the two political parties to take official stances on the matter as well.
Digital Government
Ryan pick excites foes of tech regulation
Libertarian-leaning experts on tech policy see Ryan as one who will shrink rules.
Modernization
ACLU sues for FBI GPS tracking guidelines
Group asks the department to immediately release memos detailing bureau use of GPS technology.
Modernization
Finally, a new bill requires police get a judge's approval before they see your texts or location
A new bill reconciles Fourth Amendment protections and 21st-century search and seizure.
Modernization
Google's growing web of street traffic surveillance
The phone in your pocket could be monitoring traffic.
Modernization
Google agrees to pay record fine for privacy violations
The FTC said that the search giant's actions violated a consent decree.
Modernization
Census debuts new economic indicator app
Gives the raw numbers for each piece of data as well as a graph charting a two-year trend line covering indicators.
Emerging Tech
NASA's rover captures gorgeous panoramic view of the Martian landscape
But it's not from the rover you think. Don't forget about Opportunity, who's been exploring the planet for eight years.
Modernization
Many managers don’t know their agencies’ cloud computing budget or goals
IT and business executives know cloud is important, but they remain hazy on details.
Digital Government