Modernization
Hurd: Still time for IT upgrade bill
An advocate for IT modernization is returning to the House for the next session, but still hopes to deliver on a key goal in the lame duck.
Emerging Tech
How Procurement Could Secure Internet of Things
Money talks when it comes to connected devices.
Digital Government
U.S. CIO Tony Scott open to sticking around
Tony Scott said he has not ruled out the possibility of working with the Trump administration, if offered the chance.
Modernization
Trump’s IT modernization moment
The need to modernize federal IT transcends politics, one industry exec argues, and we already have the tools to make it happen.
Cybersecurity
Study backs IoT/DDoS concerns
A new study from one of the companies that battled a huge internet device-based attack underscores the need for stronger internet-of-things security.
Cybersecurity
Former spy chief says U.S. lacks cyber framework
Former NSA head Michael Hayden says that the U.S. still has not developed a coherent cyber framework and that serious challenges lie ahead for the incoming Trump administration.
Cybersecurity
IG: OPM falling short on FISMA requirements
The latest audit by OPM's inspector general says the agency is regressing in its compliance with the Federal Information Security Modernization Act.
People
The latest trends for federal telework
The Office of Personnel Management's annual report shows how agencies are measuring and managing telework -- and where better data is still needed.
Emerging Tech
Can Augmented Reality Save Jobs?
Senators at a congressional hearing seemed to think so.
Digital Government
Electronic Privacy Group Sues FBI Over Biometrics Information
The advocacy group argues the FBI is removing privacy safeguards on a massive biometrics database.
Emerging Tech
Army Secretary: We Need to Open Ourselves to All Innovation
When innovation serves the Army's mission, it should be embraced no matter where it comes from, Eric Fanning said.
Modernization
Video: Simple Ways to Protect Your Privacy
Keep your emails and your texts to yourself.
Cybersecurity
Senators Introduce Bill to Delay Expansion of FBI Hacking Powers
The bill, which will allow judges to issue hacking warrants outside their districts, will take effect Dec. 1 if it’s not delayed.
Digital Government
Justice Department issues 'smart gun' specs
After six months of talks with firearms firms, law enforcement and independent experts, DOJ officials unveil baseline requirements that could be applied to agency purchases.
People
Why the transition team needs to get moving at DOD
External and internal risks abound, and experts warn that "they’re not going to have time to fill the ranks before they're going to have to start dealing with these challenges."
Cybersecurity
Democrats Fear Further Russian Cyber Aggression After Election Hacks Curtail
House oversight ranking member Elijah Cummings, D-Md., seeks congressional investigation into Russian election meddling.
Digital Government
DIUX and RCO could get lost in transition
Despite DOD assertions that programs like DIUX and the RCO are too mature to be eliminated by the next administration, experts warn that could happen from benign neglect.
People
Surprises in store for political appointees
Political appointees from the private sector face a steep learning curve when joining the federal government.
Modernization