Digital Government
FTC Investigates 'Discrimination by Algorithm'
The Federal Trade Commission puts the pernicious side of big data under the microscope.
Digital Government
VA Lays Groundwork for Private Health Care
The agency wants the private sector to manage a key part of project.
Digital Government
Who Didn’t Win a Piece of This Army Infosec Deal?
The winners include 11 large firms tapped for $5 billion in contracts and 10 small ones whose slice of the pie is valued at $2.1 billion.
Digital Government
Lawmakers Seek Todd Park Subpoena Over HealthCare.gov Security
Panel charges White House involvement in Obamacare website woes.
Cybersecurity
Things Can Go Kaboom When a Defense Contractor's 3-D Printer Gets Hacked
Military vendors that print with metal powders should heed forthcoming NIST security standards.
Cybersecurity
Did NATO Drop the Ball on Cyber Defense?
With the threat that comes with NATO’s increased posture in Eastern Europe, NATO cannot afford to take its time beefing up its cyber defense.
Modernization
Why QR Code Readers Could Replace Pen-and-Paper Signatures at Some Agencies
Verizon ID service makes it possible to ink contracts or access government watch lists by pointing phones at QR codes.
Cybersecurity
Is There Any Part of Government That Hasn’t Been Hacked Yet?
A cybersecurity official from the FBI offers a stark answer.
Modernization
FCC Hints at Expanding Net Neutrality Rules to Cell Phones
Under fire from liberals, the commission chairman hints at broader rules.
Science & Tech
The Military Wants a Vehicle That Can Dodge Rockets By Itself
The military wants to build future vehicles that don’t just withstand assaults but avoid them. By Patrick Tucker
Cybersecurity
Report: Agencies Aren’t Properly Vetting All Cyber Contractors
Most departments failed to assess whether IT vendors took security precautions.
Digital Government
How About More VA iPad-Toting Health Service Reps?
Door greeters at Nashville VA hospital used tablets to contact doctors.
Digital Government
VA Secretary Wants to Improve Digital Services for Vets
Robert McDonald wants single, easy-to-use website for vets to access VA services
Cybersecurity
Was the Cyber-Sleuthing FBI Used to Track Down Silk Road’s Servers Legal?
Until recently, the FBI was vague about the investigation’s details.
Emerging Tech
Livestream: Nextgov Prime 2014
Nextgov and NASCIO invite you to an engaging livestream session of the 2014 Nextgov Prime Conference on September 9, 8-9 am.
Cybersecurity
WH Official: Cyber Coverage Will Be a Basic Insurance Policy By 2020
Necessary data on likelihood of breaches and the cost of hacks are becoming all too clear.
Emerging Tech
Why Can’t Government Websites Be More Like Amazon?
It's complicated, but more federal digital services are about to start focusing on the user.
Digital Government
Bill to Curtail NSA Surveillance Likely on Hold Until After the Election
Legislation to reform the government’s surveillance programs looks destined for a lame-duck session of Congress—and might not get touched at all until next year.
Cybersecurity