Digital Government
Chaffetz, Cummings push White House on records
A bipartisan letter from the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee seeks information on Trump administration compliance with federal recordkeeping laws.
Digital Government
Google Will Always Answer Your Questions, But You Shouldn’t Always Let It
When you punch a common question into the search bar on Google, you’re presented now with an answer emphasized above all the others. Is it correct?
Ideas
Redefining the Role of Federal CIO: The Enabler-in-Chief
The key is modernizing systems will not be done in the same architectural model of the past.
Cybersecurity
IGs: budget cuts could put cybersecurity at risk
Inspectors general fear that budget cuts could force agencies to choose between spending on program operations and cybersecurity.
Cybersecurity
Industry calls for more cyber threat context from DHS
The Department of Homeland Security is not providing enough context around the cyber threat indicators it shares with the private sector for firms to use the data effectively, say industry leaders.
Cybersecurity
DHS wants a look at anti-drone tech
DHS' Science and Technology directorate invites counter-drone technology companies to show off their capabilities, while military commanders warn about unauthorized drones near military bases.
Modernization
All Smartphone Users Should Take Away These Two Lessons From CIA Wikileaks Files
Don't stop using encryption services.
Digital Government
Former 18F director joins cBrain
The former head of the General Services Administration's 18F innovation shop has joined service founder Greg Godbout at the digital government firm cBrain.
Modernization
Update Twitter and Free Up a Lot of Space on Your iPhone
Twitter updated its iPhone app today with a new feature that lets users do some spring cleaning.
Digital Government
These Are the 158 Key Federal Science Data Sets Rogue Programmers Have Duplicated So Far
This includes climate data from NASA and NOAA.
Digital Government
Former 18F Chief Heads to Private Sector
Aaron Snow will help expand cBrain North America’s efforts in helping public-sector organizations adapt their service offerings to better fit citizens.
Modernization
Over a Third of Dot-Govs Fail Mobile Device Speed Tests
A recent study found 92 percent of sites fail at least one metric related to load time, security, mobile friendliness and accessibility.
Cybersecurity
No Quick Fixes for Small Business Cybersecurity
Small businesses are being pummeled by cyberattacks, but witnesses split on possible fixes during a House committee hearing.
Digital Government
Video: NASA's Science Spy Plane Catches What Satellites Can't
Not quite into space, but very close.
Digital Government
Silicon Valley Can’t Fix its HR Problem With Ping-Pong Tables and Free Beer
Tech companies still brag about not having HR, and many that do have it call it something else entirely.
Digital Government
Forrester: Digital Government Reaches New Heights But Websites Need Work
Citizens are visiting the government's digital channels more than ever before.
Digital Government
GSA Public Buildings Service commissioner steps down
Leadership change at GSA comes as the agency must decide how to address potential conflicts arising from President Trump's lease on the Old Post Office.
Modernization
Moore’s Law Can’t Last Forever—But Two Small Changes Might Mean Your Phone Battery Will
It’s true the pace of accelerating computer power is slowing. It’s also true this slowdown is a problem.
Digital Government