Digital Government

Internet Providers Sue to Kill Net Neutrality

The first legal shots have been fired in the battle over Internet regulation.

Emerging Tech

Steve Wozniak Says World Domination by Robots Could be Thwarted by Simple Physics

Several prominent scientists worry about the rise of artificial intelligence and robots, and about humanity’s place in the world if robots take over.

Digital Government

FTC Launches Investigative Arm to Tackle Internet of Things, Big Data

The new office aims to address all consumer technological risks, according to Chief Technologist Ashkan Soltani.

Ideas

Agencies Need Broadband Today – Why Wait for NS2020?

Much of the emerging technology agencies need today is already available under the GSA Schedule.

Emerging Tech

How NASA’s New Ion Engine Could Power a Mission to Mars

The NASA spacecraft Dawn has spent more than seven years traveling across the solar system to intercept the asteroid Vesta and the dwarf planet Ceres.

Modernization

The 4 Most Popular Federal Websites Aren’t Mobile Friendly

None of these highly trafficked dot-govs adhere to responsive Web design standards.

Digital Government

Lawmakers Skeptical of Digital Service Funding Boost

Some House Republicans appeared to balk at the price tag for scaling up the Digital Service’s White House headquarters.

Emerging Tech

Why the US Government Almost Sued Google in 2012

FTC investigated the company over its anticompetitive tactics, including allegations it boosted the search rankings of its own properties over that of competitors.

Digital Government

In Wake of Net Neutrality, Republicans Take Aim at FCC’s Budget

The draft bill has sparked a partisan clash that could derail attempts to find a compromise on Internet regulation.

Emerging Tech

Here Are the Agencies That Let Their Scientists Speak (and Tweet) Freely

It’s not always easy for scientists to share their viewpoints and speak freely on issues, and those who publicly do frequently face backlash.

Digital Government

This Is How the Military Eyes ISIS Oil Laundering from the Sky

By watching signs of the black market oil industry, NGA can glean clues to help its partners choke off the source of ISIS' money and fuel.

Emerging Tech

Amazon Gets Approval for Experimental Drone Use

FAA just granted limited approval for Amazon to test drones for research and development.

Digital Government

Video: How Open Data Improves Government Collaboration

Check out the 9th installment of our collaboration with Socrata's Open Data TV.

Modernization

Using a Smartphone May Make You Smarter

Scientists have discovered at least one way in which the smartphone affects the brain positively.

Digital Government

Republican: Net Neutrality Will 'Jeopardize the Open Internet'

All five FCC commissioners face questions from the Senate Commerce Committee.

Digital Government

Computers Can Now Predict Violent Outbreaks Around the World

Statistical and computer models are identifying possible causes of conflict, raising hopes of prevention, and potentially providing guidance on safety and stability for development work.

Digital Government

Timeline: Rise of the Chief Data Officer

Charting the evolution of the government's open data movement.

Emerging Tech

Another Gender Equality Fail: Top Tech Execs Still Clueless About Women

Google chairman's gaffe seems more the tech industry standard than an isolated bout of ignorance.

Emerging Tech

Can HP's 'Security-as-a-Service' Product Change How Agencies Secure Apps?

Government customers can use it to perform security assessments of new or existing application code, websites and end-to-end mobile app security testing through the cloud.