Digital Government

Safari Browser to Offer Privacy Features

If you've been a Google Chrome or Firefox devotee, it might be time to switch browsers. 

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USAF secretary calls for more research and innovation

New Air Force Secretary Heather Wilson says that in addition to pressing readiness and modernization needs, the service must prioritize innovation, research and realigning the cyber workforce.

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Veterans Affairs to Adopt Same Commercial Health Records Platform as DOD

Secretary David Shulkin said there was a public interest exception in skipping a full and open competition.

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Don't believe the hype: Procurement reform is a red herring!

One govtech innovator argues that the fixes could create more problems than they resolve.

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Tech Leaders ‘Disappointed’ in Trump’s Paris Accord Decision

Executives from Salesforce, Microsoft, Google and others took to Twitter to outline plans to commit more than ever to stopping climate change.

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GSA's Massive Telecom Contract Could Come Soon

Two of the agency's largest contracts may be awarded this year, with one as soon as this month.

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Feds: Internet of Things Potential Must Be Weighed Against Risks

The public and private sectors must collaborate to secure connected networks of devices and sensors, federal tech professionals say.

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How State wants to innovate

The State Department is contemplating a procurement that can drive innovation and collaboration among U.S. diplomats.

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Fortress Britain's Coming Crackdown

In the wake of the Manchester attack, the U.K. government is stationing troops in cities and fast-tracking new laws to access encrypted messages.

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Why One Lawmaker Sees the Future of Silicon Valley in Appalachia

In his first term, Rep. Ro Khanna is focused on connecting tech giants to budding talent outside California.

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Is the performance of the procurement system improving?

Steve Kelman looks back on 20 years of attempted procurement reform.

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White House seeks authority to track and destroy drones

Under draft legislation, federal agencies would have the authority to disable or destroy drone aircraft deemed dangerous to government operations.

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Hack Back Comes Back and Online Privacy Won’t Go Away

Lawmakers take second swipes at hot-button issues.

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These Agencies' Websites Are Easiest To Understand

The Plain Writing Act requires agencies to make their content simpler, but not everyone’s on board, according to a report.

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White House Group Offers Sneak Peek of Health I.T. Goals

The National Science and Technology Council seeks feedback on a health IT framework.

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VA looks at cut in tech funding

While the Department of Veterans Affairs gets a budget bump in the administration's spending plan, the line item for IT comes in for a cut as the agency mulls shifting its tech strategy.