Emerging Tech

Why Can't the United States Build a High-Speed Rail System?

The problem isn't geography, demographics, or money—it's federal will.

Emerging Tech

Can You Profile a Suitcase? You Could Win a $15,000 Prize

To save time inspecting low-risk bags, TSA wants to link baggage tags with passengers’ personal data.

Digital Government

The Enemy of an Asteroid Is My Friend

Taking the long view on U.S.-Russia planetary defense.

Digital Government

The Biometric Future of Crossing Borders While Brown

What it's like to be flagged at every airport security stop for nine years.

Digital Government

Why the Pentagon Announced the U.S. Airstrike in Iraq in a Tweet

These days, the Obama administration is trying to make its own national security announcements before everyone else does.

Management

Will Florida Get Pushed Out of the New Space Age?

To keep up with SpaceX and others, the historic Space Coast must adapt to commercial needs.

Digital Government

A Revolutionary Drone-Based Delivery Network Is Being Tested—in Bhutan

This drone project could save lives in far-flung rural communities—and perhaps pioneer the system globally.

Cybersecurity

Spyware Maker Accused of Peddling to Autocrats is Gutted By Hacker

Clients, prices and tools of FinFisher-manufacturer Gamma Group leaked online.

Modernization

How to Make Virtual Conferences Work

Increased federal mobile use gives agencies an opportunity to further leverage Web and video conferencing tools.

Digital Government

Lawsuit Claiming Facebook in Cahoots with NSA Gains 25,000 members

Any users outside of the U.S. and Canada are able to sign up.

Emerging Tech

The Robots Are Coming, but Are They Really Taking Our Jobs?

A new study shows experts are split on whether artificial intelligence will boost—or decimate—the economy.

Management

Turning Civic Interest Into a Call-to-Action

Is your local government missing a rare opportunity to activate engaged citizens?