Cybersecurity
DOD CIO Is Prepping Guidance on Endpoint Management
The department aims to clarify what beyond desktops qualifies as an endpoint.
Emerging Tech
Senators Unveil $1.2 Billion Plan to Develop Alternatives to Huawei’s 5G Equipment
The Federal Communications Commission would require certification to open standards to eliminate proprietary equipment.
Digital Government
Do Roundabouts Make Drivers Better or Worse? Transportation Wants to See the Data.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration wants help sorting data on how drivers behave in certain traffic patterns.
Artificial Intelligence
What Do You Think About Artificial Intelligence? The Pentagon’s AI Center Wants to Know.
Officials said they’ll be particularly interested in hearing from members of the software engineering, defense and aerospace communities.
Emerging Tech
CBP Expands Facial Recognition for Global Entry Travelers
The technology is already being used at 15 airports—including three abroad—to speed pre-approved travelers through the customs process.
Cybersecurity
German Researchers Accessed Service Members’ Sensitive Medical Data—and One Lawmaker Wants Answers
Sen. Mark Warner wants to know what the Defense Health Agency is doing to secure “a significant number” of medical images.
Cybersecurity
Pentagon Must Focus on Reliability When Buying Weapons Systems, Auditor Says
The Government Accountability Office report holds implications for cybersecurity considerations in procurement processes.
Policy
As Putin Schemes to Extend His Reign, Expect New Forms of Internet Repression
Russia under a president-for-life will likely grow more insular and less open to Western influence.
Ideas
Don't Die Wondering: Apps May Soon Be Able to Predict Your Life Expectancy, but Do You Want to Know?
It's complicated but emerging technologies could make this a reality in the future.
Artificial Intelligence
Lawmakers Launch Caucus to Address Emerging Tech’s Impact on Work
The Future of Work Caucus’ ultimate goal is to develop a comprehensive policy strategy to proactively address emerging technologies’ impact on jobs and workers across the U.S.
Cybersecurity
DOD Plans to Take Comments Before Finalizing Rule on Certifying Contractors’ Cybersecurity
Select requests for proposals are expected to include related requirements by the fall.
Ideas
CES Gives a Peek at 2020 Technology
It’s more difficult to predict the next great advancement in government technology but you can spot trends.
Emerging Tech
Senate Passes Legislation to Help Boost and Secure the Internet of Things
Billions of connected devices could offer new economic opportunities—and security challenges—over the course of the next decade.
Ideas
Cyberspace Is the Next Front in Iran-U.S. Conflict—and Private Companies May Bear the Brunt
Businesses are at high risk, and strict American criminal laws prohibit many forms of cyber self-defense by private companies.
Ideas
AI Can Now Read Emotions—Should It?
These systems can give incorrect results just like any other form of intelligence.
Emerging Tech
Justice Department Needs Counter-Biometric Experts
The U.S. Marshals Service wants to learn more about the market for counter-biometric expertise, including evading the tech and preventing criminals from doing the same.
Emerging Tech
Former NASA Commander Says Space Force 'Incredibly Important'
Pam Melroy also explained how commercial space flights could pave the way for an entirely new tourism paradigm.
Modernization
Body Cameras May Not Be the Easy Answer Everyone Was Looking For
Four states last year considered requiring police body cameras.
Modernization