Modernization
GSA considers creating a cloud services brokerage
Key issues will be the broker’s neutrality and compliance with FedRAMP.
Digital Government
Defense and VA can’t track PTSD treatments, report finds
Not everyone is getting the help they need, Institute of Medicine report says.
Digital Government
Gene treatment could reduce scarring, help veterans
RXi Pharmaceuticals is the latest to test a gene-silencing technique.
Digital Government
Energy pays big tech firms to speed creation of extreme supercomputer
The race is on to design machines that can keep pace with big data.
Emerging Tech
Scientists question accuracy of iris scanners over time
Findings could prompt agencies to use other biometric technologies.
Emerging Tech
Video: DARPA really needs to TiVo 'Mythbusters'
The agency's latest creation appeared on the science show a few years ago.
Cybersecurity
Are FBI's Android data-sharing apps hacker-proof?
The bureau intends to tap GMU scientists for security tests involving cloud-based computing.
Digital Government
Feds significantly expand the use of iris-recognition technology
Biometric data to be used to catch criminals, verify identities of government employees and possibly travelers.
Digital Government
Technology is no longer open data’s biggest challenge
Managers must get on board with government data transparency, conference panelists say.
Modernization
Agencies aren’t providing enough details about future cloud moves, GAO says
But they generally are meeting goals for the shift to Web-based computing.
Emerging Tech
DARPA to get a new director -- one with Solyndra connections
Investment firm executive will lead Pentagon’s venture capital arm.
Emerging Tech
Russian Wikipedia shuts itself down in protest of proposed censorship law
Those visiting Russia's Wikipedia today will see only a statement against the Information Act, which will be debated in the State Duma tomorrow.
Modernization
RIM is doing everything backwards
The struggling company made a few missteps at its annual shareholders meeting.
Modernization
Army plans key radio system that operates in frequency band slated for auction
The service says it can use nearby frequencies.
Digital Government
DHS yanks deal to use license plate database to track illegal immigrants
Another contractor claims to provide the same service, upending the award.
Cybersecurity
Threats lurk among Pentagon’s sprawling computer networks
The Defense Department aspires to unify technology systems, contracts and cybersecurity standards.
Digital Government
Sikorsky lands $8.5B helicopter deal after UTC admits to export violations
Award comes days after Justice slams United Technologies divisions for helping China develop attack helicopter.
Cybersecurity
Cyber Command Chief: Act on cyber bills before 'something bad happens'
Alexander acknowledges that privacy is a concern for some.
Digital Government
VA hospital in Jackson, Miss., plans patient Wi-Fi system
The move follows similar plans at facilities in Denver and Augusta, Ga.
Digital Government