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.

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."

Digital Government

Cyber Official: Agency CISOs Must Find 'Common Vision'

The way knowledge is transferred to incoming appointees could affect their commitment to cyber.

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

Trump selects retired Marine general to head DOD

President-elect Donald Trump wants Gen. James Mattis (ret.) as his secretary of Defense.

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.