Emerging Tech
Robots Used to Be Advertised as Job-Saving Technology
The idea that automation will save factory jobs from migrating overseas has never really broken into the popular narrative.
Digital Government
'Forest Bathing': How Microdosing on Nature Can Help With Stress
The practice, long-popular in Japan, is gaining traction in the U.S. as a way of harnessing the health benefits of being outdoors.
Emerging Tech
Uber Drivers in Kenya Will Take Selfies to Keep Riders Safe
Real-time identification check helps drivers protect their accounts from being compromised, says the company.
Digital Government
This Trend in Teen Communication Just May Make the World a Better Place
The rise of the wholesome meme is just one small part of a broader movement towards internet positivity.
Emerging Tech
Agencies' Grasp of Agile is ‘All Over The Map,’ One CTO Says
Developing software in an incremental fashion may mean rethinking contracting and personnel's duties, an Excella Consulting's chief technology officer said.
Digital Government
Kaspersky: Stop Russian to Judgment on Our Products
Congress seems to approve of a proposed federal pay raise, loosening retirement fund rules and wants to get rid of agency that focuses on elections.
Digital Government
An Insider’s View of Trump’s American Technology Council Meeting
While a White House official said all the right things, Code for America Founder Jen Pahlka wanted to see more spine from tech executives.
Digital Government
Parents Share How They Protect Their Kids Online
Advice for anyone trying to figure out how to balance the perils of the digital world with its benefits.
Cybersecurity
Cyber Advisory Board Gives Thumbs Down to NIST Oversight Role
The advisory board plans to dig into IT modernization during its next meeting.
Emerging Tech
DARPA's Ex-Leader's Speculative Dream of Mind-Melding Empathy
Arati Prabhakar imagines a neurologically enhanced future where everyone’s brains are connected.
Cybersecurity
Hackers Deface LA County Website with Pro-ISIS Messages
Government (U.S.) // Los Angeles , USA
Cybersecurity
Why government should let industry drive cybersecurity
The government needs to stop trying to lead the cybersecurity charge and instead organize itself around facilitating private-sector-led solutions, say experts and officials.
Digital Government
GSA Watchdog Details Clash That Drove Sharpe from Acquisition Service
The unredacted report features new details about a fight over the technology modernization fund.
Digital Government
Career official assumes Census leadership as key tests loom
Two career officials will serve as Census director and deputy director as the bureau faces multiple test and challenges in the run-up to the 2020 enumeration.
Digital Government
What's next for spending data?
Officials are continuing to iterate on Data Act reporting, and more granular, standardized government info could be in the offing.
People
New report details infighting amid founding of GSA tech hub
The sudden departures of senior GSA acquisition leaders were spurred by an increasingly bitter internal battle, according to a whistleblower investigation.
Digital Government
Is a Cabinet-Level CIO the Future of Government I.T.?
That person would lead “a legion of people” who could support the technology needs of other agencies.
Cybersecurity
Info Request on Cyber Workforce Preparedness Coming Soon
The RFI will inform a report on whether cyber workforce training is up to snuff.
Cybersecurity