Digital Government
Pentagon Wants Eye-Reading Software, X-Ray Tools and a Virtual Facebook to Fight Terrorism
Here’s a list of gear the Combating Terrorism Technical Support Office is seeking to give U.S. counterterror operators.
Emerging Tech
There Are Now No Obstacles That Can Stand in the Way of the Robot Uprising
Your greatest fear has been confirmed.
People
Pushing for results-based procurement reform
A former OFPP administrator outlines steps the next administration can take to improve the federal acquisition.
Digital Government
Can a Hollywood techie grow government's innovation shop?
The software whiz behind Pixar's movies Rob Cook surprised even himself by coming out of a "failed retirement" to take a top technology job at the General Services Administration.
Digital Government
First Rule of User Experience: You Do Talk To the User
“We assume we know what our customers want. But in many cases, we don’t."
Artificial Intelligence
Video: How AI Tech Is Used to Take Down Poachers
Rangers can now see in the dark.
Digital Government
Cyber Official: Agency CISOs Must Find 'Common Vision'
The way knowledge is transferred to incoming appointees could affect their commitment to cyber.
Emerging Tech
Researchers Programmed Robots to Look Out for Each Other
The two robots essentially share one brain.
Digital Government
DIUx moving forward in Austin as Congress tightens leash
The final FY 2017 defense bill restricts funding for DIUx until it provides a comprehensive report to Congress. The Austin efforts, however, could address some congressional concerns.
Emerging Tech
To Dodge Regulators, Self-Driving Car Startup Released All Its Code for Free
What’s not available? The wealth of data necessary for the algorithms to actually function.
Digital Government
IG: Challenges remain in GSA's DATA Act implementation
With about six months on the clock before the DATA Act implementation deadline, the General Services Administration still lacks the ability to reliably track spending and certify data submission.
Cybersecurity
Android Malware Infects More than 1M Phones, Adds 13,000 Devices a Day
Technology // Web Services
Cybersecurity
Trump selects retired Marine general to head DOD
President-elect Donald Trump wants Gen. James Mattis (ret.) as his secretary of Defense.
Cybersecurity
DOJ Takes Down Cyber Criminal Network That Cost Hundreds of Millions
The operation involves arrests and searches in five countries.
Digital Government
Senate passes bill to close GAO oversight loophole
A measure that would reinstate and make permanent the Government Accountability Office's authority to arbitrate contractor protests over civilian agency awards will advance to the desk of the president.
Acquisition
DOD opts not to rush new R&D rules
The Pentagon is looking to give contractors a bit more time before it steps in for closer review of their independent, government-funded projects, a top Pentagon tech official said.
Digital Government
Tech Trade Groups to Trump: Support Innovation, Please
The trade groups' recommendations address digital infrastructure, tax codes and hiring.
Cybersecurity
Is the White House Hiding Secrets About Russia's Role in the Election?
Seven senators have asked President Obama to declassify additional information about the Kremlin’s possible involvement.
Artificial Intelligence
Google Proved AI Can Reshape Medicine
Certain algorithms can often make a diagnosis with an accuracy on-par with medical professionals.
Cybersecurity