Emerging Tech
US Lead in Quantum Computing 'Under Siege,' Says White House Cyber Adviser
The nation needs a workforce that can pursue quantum computing.
Cybersecurity
Top Dems Seek Full Congress Briefing on Russian Election Hacks
A whole-of-Congress classified briefing is necessitated by the threat the hacks pose to Democratic institutions, the top national security Democrats write.
Cybersecurity
Commerce Secretary to Industry: Don’t Let Cyber Report Collect Dust
Penny Pritzker endorses report’s anti-regulation stance, says regulation inhibits cyber info sharing.
Cybersecurity
How the Government Makes It Easier to Share Cybersecurity Data
To make the cybersecurity game competitive again, cyber defenders need to let everyone know what they are being hit with, what techniques the attackers are using and what they are doing to mitigate those attacks.
Cybersecurity
Cyber Commission Hopes to Brief Trump Before Christmas
Its report includes a laundry list of recommendations for the incoming administration.
Ideas
Customer-Centric Government Won’t Be Great Again in 2017 and Other Government Tech Predictions
Expect cyber and data to remain in the spotlight, while areas like customer service will see less momentum.
Cybersecurity
Obama’s Cyber Commission Recommends New Cyber Role
The guide also encourages the federal government to cooperate more with industry to promote strong cybersecurity standards.
Emerging Tech
State Department's One-Man Mission to Scout Silicon Valley
It’s not all about the contracts.
Ideas
In 2017, Agencies Should Expect Forced Cyber Disruption
Government cybersecurity programs are not working as planned and a new approach is anticipated.
Digital Government
U.S. Chief Data Scientist: 'Time is Now' For Technologists to Jump into Public Service
The data already exists, DJ Patil said, to solve some important crises—if only we could piece together the pieces.
Cybersecurity
DOJ Takes Down Cyber Criminal Network That Cost Hundreds of Millions
The operation involves arrests and searches in five countries.
Cybersecurity
Is the White House Hiding Secrets About Russia's Role in the Election?
Seven senators have asked President Obama to declassify additional information about the Kremlin’s possible involvement.
Cybersecurity
White House Plans to Retire Outdated Cyber Regulations
Some of the outdated regulations date back to the 1990s.
Cybersecurity
House Homeland Chairman Braces for Jurisdiction Fight Next Congress
The current shared jurisdiction system is onerous and prevents needed cyber reforms, Rep. Michael McCaul says.
Cybersecurity
Compromise Defense Policy Bill Elevates Cyber Command
The bill, which could be voted on this week, also places restrictions on splitting CYBERCOM from NSA.
Modernization
Have a 'No Cloud' Policy? Here's Why That's Old Fashioned
Organizations that shy away from cloud service may be left behind, according to research report.
Cybersecurity
Trump Appoints Legislative Cyber Leaders to Transition Team
Reps. Devin Nunes, Marsha Blackburn and Tom Marino have sponsored cyber and tech legislation.
Emerging Tech
Video: Meet the Energy Department's Salmon Cannon
The salmon population is going to explode.
Cybersecurity
DHS CISO: Cyber Needs Continuous Investment In Next Administration
A senior cyber official doesn't expect the transition to disrupt cyber commitments.
Cybersecurity