Cybersecurity
Obama names first-ever independent NSA watchdog
In 2014, Congress elevated the inspector general post at the National Security Agency to a presidential appointment. More than two years later, someone has finally been named to the job.
Ideas
How to Improve the Health of Your Agency's IT Portfolio
There is a long list of uncertainties for federal IT organizations given the upcoming administration transition.
Digital Government
In Silicon Valley, Savvy Founders Are Networking All Around Town by Driving for Uber and Lyft
As more companies crowd into San Francisco and Silicon Valley, and the road from to idea to venture financing gets harder, the startup hustle is getting even more challenging.
Digital Government
High-Tech Innovation Is Happening in More Places Than You Think
And federal funding should match the the economy’s diaspora, according to a newly released ITIF report.
Cybersecurity
McCaul wants to tighten oversight of DHS
Entering his final term as chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee, Rep. Michael McCaul hopes to sharpen his panel's legislative control over DHS.
Digital Government
Riding This Self-Driving Scooter Could Mean You’d Never Have to Walk Again
The scooter works both indoors and outdoors.
Digital Government
An eye-opening visit to a citizen service center in China
It's easy to assume the United States is leading the way on digitally serving the citizen. Steve Kelman argues that confidence is misplaced.
Cybersecurity
DHS CISO: Cyber Needs Continuous Investment In Next Administration
A senior cyber official doesn't expect the transition to disrupt cyber commitments.
Digital Government
NASA Is Engineering Calorie-Dense Food Bars to Feed Astronauts Bound for Mars
These aren’t your kitchen cabinet granola bars.
Cybersecurity
Updated Intel Bill Mandates FBI Report on Cyber Recruiting
The mandate comes amid a debate over expanded FBI hacking powers.
Emerging Tech
DHS Awards 13 Companies Spots on Agile Contracting Vehicle
The long-awaited FLASH program is here.
Emerging Tech
Video: Inside the Technology of an Amazon Warehouse
This 360-degree video shows off the company's robotic systems.
Digital Government
Air Force launches Defense Technology Accelerator
The Air Force is launching a technology accelerator program as part of a new effort to reform acquisition procedures and rapidly field commercial technology to address military needs.
Digital Government
New 18F rules for bug hunters
The General Services Administration's Technology Transformation Service spelled out exactly how it wants security researchers to report vulnerabilities found on a variety of government systems.
Modernization
IT, cyber challenges loom for next administration
Big data, modernization and other issues will link the incoming and outgoing administrations.
Cybersecurity
San Francisco Subway Responds to Ransomware with Free Rides
Transportation // San Francisco, U.S.
Cybersecurity
DHS opens up infrastructure protection program
DHS wants innovators to help address cybersecurity in the financial sector.
Digital Government
Microsoft’s HoloLens Headset Will Allow Real Tank Operators to See the Battlefield Outside
The 360-degree view extends over 300 meters.
Emerging Tech