Cybersecurity

Will Court Move Clear the Way to Mass Government Hacking?

A single warrant could authorize federal officials to inject malware into hundreds of suspects’ -- and victims’ -- computers.

Digital Government

Scientists Figure Out Why Grunts Groan

It’s the ever-increasing load, researchers at the International Congress on Soldiers' Physical Performance conclude.

Science & Tech

Could Cop Cams Have Prevented the Rise of the Islamic State?

The founder of Taser discusses the evolution of his company and its military future. By Patrick Tucker

Emerging Tech

How Data Analytics Can Help Root Out Food Stamp Fraud

Advanced data analytics can help the Agriculture Department detect fraud early -- and even stop it from happening.

Modernization

Big Win for Amazon: First Provider Authorized to Handle Sensitive DOD Workloads in Cloud

Achieves provisional authority to operate under DOD’s cloud security model at impact levels 3-5.

Digital Government

Is There Ebola on That Smartphone?

Swabbing an iPad with alcohol could erase data as well as germs.

Digital Government

GSA Does Bombers Too

Turns out, the federal government’s landlord supports the B-2 stealth bomber.

Emerging Tech

DNA-Matching Androids to Help ID 600 MH17 Bodies and Remains

Unknown whether there will be enough genetic evidence to name all 298 passengers.

Emerging Tech

Even When Police Do Wear Cameras, Don't Count on Seeing the Footage

Police officers in San Diego have started wearing body cameras, but the department routinely denies requests for the video.

Cybersecurity

Australian Official’s Cellphone Tapped during Fight over Access to MH17 Zone

Unidentified nation hacked Foreign Affairs Minister Bishop’s device while she was overseas.

Digital Government

Listening In: The Navy Is Tracking Ocean Sounds Collected by Scientists

A network of Internet-connected undersea microphones is picking up more than whale songs.

Cybersecurity

Exclusive: Nuke Regulator Hacked by Suspected Foreign Powers

Credential-stealing emails and social engineering involved in three NRC computer breaches.

Emerging Tech

We the People Weighs in on Ferguson

The popular petition site is calling for new technology to curb police abuse.

Cybersecurity

The Snowden Effect

Public aversion to domestic spying doesn’t seem to be hurting government’s ability to recruit cyber staff.

Cybersecurity

Russian PM Quits in Hacked Tweet

Medvedev to take up freelance photography after disowning Putin.

Digital Government

The Navy Battles for ‘E*WARFARE’ Brand

Trademark filings for the logo claim the right to use a lightning bolt.

Emerging Tech

Why Can't the United States Build a High-Speed Rail System?

The problem isn't geography, demographics, or money—it's federal will.

Cybersecurity

Snowden: NSA Caused Massive Internet Blackout in Syria

In a new interview, the fugitive leaker claims the spy agency accidentally took down Syria’s Internet during its prolonged civil war.

Cybersecurity

Hacked Yahoo News Tweet Reports Atlanta Ebola Outbreak

“WTF,” one commenter replied. “Change your password.”