Modernization
Spectrum-sharing plan approved by FCC
The pilot program will test the impact of sharing spectrum in the 1755-1780 megahertz band to see how commercial use of those airwaves impacts federal agencies currently using that band.
Digital Government
TRICARE outsources addiction treatment with little oversight
Congress ordered Defense to treat drug and alcohol abuse ‘epidemic’ at military facilities.
Cybersecurity
Pentagon wants an interactive training program to replay cyberattack scenarios
The technology could help assess security teams.
Digital Government
FBI lets copyright holders download anti-piracy logo in good faith
The seal, now free at FBI.gov, was previously only provided to industry groups that signed a written agreement.
Modernization
Meet the little printer the tech world is excited about
This compact printer makes use of cloud subscription services.
Emerging Tech
TSA explores full body scans for fugitives hiding in cargo
Agency wants technology for screening stowaways inside containers; experts are skeptical.
Digital Government
7 reasons why Israel should not attack Iran's nuclear facilities
Israeli officials may see a "zero hour" for attacking Iranian nuclear facilities, but it could backfire.
Modernization
Israel tests missile text-messaging warning system
SMS alerts will inform people in the case of possible ballistic missile attack.
Emerging Tech
Meet the Meshworm: DARPA-backed robot bends and crawls like a worm
Scientists from MIT, Harvard and Seoul found inspiration in the humble earthworm.
Emerging Tech
Light-sensing technology maker nabs In-Q-Tel funding
Company develops black silicon, which enhances the infrared sensitivity of sensors
Digital Government
Customs and Border Protection flouts Napolitano’s vision for IT consolidation
The agency argues buying its own tool to track aircraft inventory is cheaper than collaborating with the Coast Guard to link portfolios.
Emerging Tech
Chinese firm rescues beleaguered Energy-backed company
Auto parts manufacturer Wanxiang Group offers U.S. battery maker A123 Systems a $450 million lifeline.
Cybersecurity
Apple's reconsidering their security measures after epic hack
The tech company has put a temporary freeze on one of their password reset options until they reach a decision.
Digital Government
Biometric wristband could match health monitoring devices to electronic records
The bracelet could prevent mix-ups of health records at military hospitals.
Cybersecurity
Security questions: The biggest joke in online identity verification
When hackers broke into Mat Honan's Apple account last week, they couldn't answer his security questions. And Apple didn't even care.
Emerging Tech
Software runs the world--how scared should we be that so much is bad?
When software works, you can buy an airline ticket and sell a stock. When it fails, you can miss a flight and a bank can lose a billion dollars. Do we respect the power of software as much as we should?
Digital Government
The Navy's quixotic quest to bury an unclassified laser leak
The Naval Criminal Investigative Service is targeting Wired's Danger Room blog.
Modernization
Homeland Security to fund next-generation emergency wireless service
DHS wants low-cost, interconnected video and data systems for first responders.
Digital Government
Immunizations system sought for Defense-VA electronic health record
TRICARE asks industry for ideas on ordering, tracking and documenting shots.
Digital Government