Digital Government
IBM’s Watson Helps Veterans Transition to Civilian Life
Service members get assistance from an unexpected ally.
Cybersecurity
This Emerging Malware Sends Secret Messages and Is Practically Impossible to Detect
As if computer malware that steals your data weren’t enough, now there’s a new kind to worry about.
Emerging Tech
The Most Valuable Data on Earth?
That’s a pun. Here’s the White House plan for Earth data.
Digital Government
Is There a Place for Google Glass in Hospitals?
Medical professionals say the device could be helpful, but patient privacy is still a concern.
Emerging Tech
NOAA Moves a Step Closer to More Accurate Weather Forecasts
The magnetometer is the fifth main instrument to fly aboard the first Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite.
Emerging Tech
Attention, Passengers: $15,000 Prize for Whoever Can Speed TSA Screening
Agency launches online contest for citizens to design 5-minute wait line systems.
Emerging Tech
Here's What It Will Take to 3-D Print Replacement Rocket Parts in Space
Start with the government designing a research roadmap, NRC says.
Digital Government
One Congressman’s Crusade to Save the World From Killer Robots
Robots could one day keep troops out of combat, but opponents say deploying them will have dangerous consequences.
Emerging Tech
The Rise of the Wedding Drone
Drones can take photos, even stand in as the ring bearer. But are they legal?
Emerging Tech
When Will Robots Take Over the World?
A group of futurists, technology experts, and artists weigh in on the future of robotics
Modernization
Need to Know Memo: Finding Savings in the Cloud
New Need to Know Memo explores the implications of cloud computing, data center consolidation, virtualization, remote access and infrastructure diversification.
Cybersecurity
How Cyber Scary Is It Outside Today?
Nextgov's new iPhone app measures threat levels for every sector and dissects daily hacks.
Digital Government
Bitcoin Could Become Gold Standard at Ft. Knox Florist
Petals and Blooms, located inside the military base, accepts the e-currency for online purchases.
Emerging Tech
Here's How NASA Thinks We'll Find Aliens
The agency thinks we'll find life on other planets soon, but we may not be exchanging messages for a while.
Digital Government
Why Government Should Care about Google's Skybox Acquisition
For starters, the purchase will add value for business intelligence.
Emerging Tech
If You’re Anonymously Editing Wikipedia from Capitol Hill, Everyone Will Know
Here’s what you should do instead.
Emerging Tech
This Robot Will Soon Help Boeing Build its 777 Airplanes
The benefits, besides faster build times and quality improvements, include increased workplace safety.
Emerging Tech
Amazon Wants Early Permission to Launch its Delivery Drones
Just don’t expect one at your front porch anytime soon.
Emerging Tech
Where to View This Weekend's East Coast Rocket Launch
On Sunday, set your sights east to catch the fiery ascent of a resupply for the International Space Station.
Digital Government