Emerging Tech
Video: The Year in Tech
2015 was the year we embraced the future and "Back to the Future."
Emerging Tech
Internet of Things Should be Part of Congressional Debate on Encryption, Lawmaker Says
Legislators have been debating whether encrypted communication could allow terrorists to skirt surveillance.
Emerging Tech
Video: How Do Astronauts Watch the Super Bowl in Space?
Cheering every touchdown from orbit.
Digital Government
US Considers Using Portable DNA Labs, Iris Scans to Vet Syrian Refugees
The U.S. government is considering a handful of new technologies to strengthen and potentially hasten the screening of Syrian refugees.
Emerging Tech
18F Is Using a Chatbot Named After Mrs. Landingham from 'The West Wing'
The Slack bot is designed to send messages and reminders to new hires with information about forms, discussions, and the ever-present government jargon.
Artificial Intelligence
Robots are Key to Pentagon’s Defensive Cyber Operations Strategy
To gain an edge on the battlefield, artificial intelligence is increasingly necessary.
Artificial Intelligence
We Need a New Pronoun for Artificial Intelligence
Pick your favorite: “bleep” or “bloop.”
Modernization
Do Computers Need Pressure-Sensing Screens?
Apple's new 3D Touch could be revolutionary.
Emerging Tech
Tomorrow’s Internet of Things Will Rely on Today’s Aging Networks – and That’s a Problem
U.S. Chief Information Officer Tony Scott said government-owned networks have had a hard time keeping up with the rapid pace of change in technology.
Digital Government
Watchdog Calls EPA Tweets 'Covert Propaganda'
The agency used a social media campaign to drum up support for a controversial rule.
Emerging Tech
DHS Wants to Offer Alternative Contracts to Silicon Valley Startups
Traditional procurement takes too long for the new Silicon Valley office, a new DHS notice says.
Emerging Tech
Amid Concern Over Nation’s Weather-Forecasting System, Congress Eyes Commercial Solutions
A legislator linked the rise of commercial vendors to the hurdles faced by NOAA as it operates two massive weather satellite operations.
Emerging Tech
Video: How Amazon Gets Your Order to You
An army of robots is behind that Amazon Prime shipment.
Digital Government
Attention, Would-Be Astronauts: NASA Now Accepting Online Applications
Prepare to face some stiff competition.
Modernization
Star Wars’ R2-D2: The Original Mobile Device
The bleep-blooping droid from "Star Wars" helped shape people's perceptions of how machines can be helpers.
Digital Government
Feds Will Require $5 Registration Fee for Drones
Drone companies are expecting big sales for the holidays, but the government just gave them a lump of coal.
Emerging Tech
Algorithms Will Manage Trillions of Dollars in a Few Years—Thanks to Millennials
Robo-advising—which relies on complex algorithms to manage wealth—is an up-and-coming area of financial technology.
Emerging Tech
Robots Are Now Fighting Fires in Australia
These fire-fighters can shoot out mists of water or foam from 60 meters away.
Emerging Tech
Video: Are Self-Driving Cars Really Safer?
Research shows that automated vehicles might not be accident free.
Digital Government