Digital Government
How Transparent Is Too Transparent, Oversight Committee Asks
Federal spending data, White House visitor logs and presidential tax returns were all the subject of a Congressional discussion on government openness.
Emerging Tech
This is the Job-Killer the Trump Team Should Worry About, Obama Adviser Says
Nextgov chatted with Terah Lyons, formerly an adviser to the federal chief technology officer.
Modernization
GAO: Optimize Data Centers or Lose Them
Progress on closing data centers is mixed and the government’s optimization efforts are worse.
Emerging Tech
Inside the NASA Lab That Builds Model Airplanes
When it comes to aircraft, start small.
Digital Government
There’s a Better Way to Treat Your Tech Addiction Than Hiding Your Phone and Laptop
We should learn to design and engage with it in ways that support our emotional well-being.
People
White House adds a tech adviser
Matt Lira, a former top staffer to the House majority leader, is joining the White House team.
Digital Government
House panel takes on government transparency
The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee explored legislative means to increase transparency in government at a March 23 hearing.
Cybersecurity
Spy powers at risk amid Trump controversy
The growing controversy around foreign surveillance and Trump associates is adding fuel to what's already expected to be a fiery debate in Congress over the reauthorization of FISA Section 702.
Modernization
Border wall: tech not included (yet)
Details of technology systems that might back a future border wall aren't spelled out in prototype specs.
Emerging Tech
What Happens If Uber Fails?
Even if the ride-sharing service goes under, it won't necessarily set off a bubble-popping chain reaction.
Digital Government
Homegrown Technology is Being Used to Help Millions at Risk From a Devastating Famine in Africa
Crowdsourcing can save lives.
Cybersecurity
GSA looks to streamline cyber buying
As part of a new strategy for Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation cybersecurity capabilities, GSA is looking to replace the blanket purchase agreement with a better governmentwide IT contract.
Cybersecurity
Most American internet Users Have No Idea How to Protect Their Accounts
Two-step authentication is a mystery for most Americans.
Cybersecurity
A rare piece of good news for federal cybersecurity
The author argues that government could eliminate identity-based breaches by 2021, if agencies leverage advances in identity management under CDM.
People
Trump's disruption: Could there be a silver lining?
Alan Balutis argues that government needs a good shake-up.
Digital Government
Inbox Zero is a Waste of Time. This is How a World-Class Behavioral Economist Tames His Email
While the act of clearing out an inbox can feel as satisfying as cleaning the refrigerator, it’s ultimately just another way of wasting time.
Digital Government
HHS Wants More Blockchain In Health Records—Eventually
A recent code-a-thon showcased different ways the technology could be used to protect and share health records.
Cybersecurity
