Cybersecurity
Homeland Security Adviser Urges Congress to Renew Controversial Surveillance Power
Tom Bossert warned letting Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act sunset would have grave security consequences.
Modernization
Army Logistics Renews $135M Cloud Contract—And Gets Watson
Watson will analyze sensor data from vehicles to improve the service's predictive maintenance.
Digital Government
Neuroscientists Have Figured Out Why You Can’t Concentrate at Work
Try writing a report in a noisy, uncomfortable place with the smells of the office microwave wafting over to your desk, and the importance of other senses becomes clear.
Digital Government
With a New Designation for Ecstasy, the US Government Is Finally Acknowledging its Potential to Treat PTSD
Unfortunately, whether this trial will be actually be conducted out depends on whether enough money can be raised.
Digital Government
Border Wall Prototyping Begins
But one continuous concrete wall across the almost 2,000 miles of the U.S.-Mexico border is unlikely, lawmakers have said.
Cybersecurity
Former State Cyber Coordinator Says It Was a Mistake to Close His Office
The department's former cyber coordinator Chris Painter worries the country is stepping back from its role as a global cyber leader.
Cybersecurity
Lawmakers Question How to Best Protect Data Breach Victims
House lawmakers want the Government Accountability Office to determine better ways to protect victims whose personal information is exposed.
Emerging Tech
Trump’s Tech Team Shares Plans For Modernizing Government
The White House wants to know what's missing and will keep commenting open until Sept. 20.
Cybersecurity
Candidate Trump Criticized Obama's Cyber Doctrine. President Trump Continues It.
The president’s cyber policies largely mirror Obama’s with one big, Russia-sized carve out.
Digital Government
How to Power Through a Full Day of Meetings With Your Sanity Intact
Meetings are here to stay. Make the best of them.
Emerging Tech
These Alternative Browsers Could Change Your Internet Experience
Some have improved organization, others add more security.
Digital Government
How NOAA Plans to Improve Tracking Harvey-Like Storms
As the agency's next-gen satellites come online, it expects more accurate forecasts and increased lead time for severe weather.
Digital Government
Lawmakers Worry Hospitals Are Abusing Telehealth for Financial Gain
One medical center was found to be enrolling patients in a virtual health care regimen, potentially for financial incentives.
Digital Government
A Three-Day-Old Crowdsourcing Website Is Helping Volunteers Save Lives in Hurricane-Hit Houston
The site lets people in need register their location.
Cybersecurity
Tillerson to Slash Cyber Office, Other Special Envoys
The move is part of a broader effort to streamline department operations and reduce its budget.
Digital Government
What the Federal Acquisition Service Commissioner is Focused On So Far
Alan Thomas described his first two months as a listening tour to gather customer feedback from GSA regions.
Modernization
Samsung Wants Your Behavior to Unlock Your Phones
The company has significant market share among Defense Department customers but plans to pursue civilian agencies.
Modernization
How to Set Up Emergency Contacts On Your Smartphone
It's a small step now but could help immensely one day.
Emerging Tech
Supermarkets Are Now Using Blockchain to Keep Food Fresh
The technology can track food throughout the complex global supply chain.
Cybersecurity