Modernization
A Cheap Internet of Things Threatens the Internet
The pirates have taken over the ship.
Modernization
ISPs can help thwart DDoS attacks, but authorities may be lacking
As the recent attack on a key internet support company shut down other major online companies, telecom providers were ready to help but faced a legal obstacle.
Modernization
HPC: Fueling the government’s next-generation technology programs
Government and industry have an opportunity to democratize high-performance computing by making it more accessible to nontechnical users.
Cybersecurity
Can government guide industry to better cyber info-sharing?
The NTIA is hoping to nudge industry to improve collaboration on disclosing cyber vulnerabilities.
Cybersecurity
You Can Now Buy 'USB Condoms' to Prevent Devices from Catching Nasty Viruses
These prophylactics are plugged to the end of a USB cable and allow electricity to flow through while preventing data from being transferred or accessed.
Digital Government
Whoever the Next US President Is, They Won’t Know Their Way Around a Computer
The next commander-in-chief won't know much about the latest tech.
Cybersecurity
Best Practices Out Soon to Connect Companies, Ethical Hackers
Companies should state clearly when they won’t sue ethical hackers for sharing vulnerabilities, draft guidance states.
Digital Government
Industry Group to Senate: Don't Drag Your Feet on IT Modernization Bill
Failing to address the government’s legacy IT problem would be a major missed opportunity for the Senate, according to the head of a trade association.
Digital Government
Air Force Wants Help Finding 'Golden Nuggets' in Data
A new BAA seeks technology that helps with decision-making.
Cybersecurity
Cyber Thieves Swipe Cash from 20,000 UK Bank Accounts
Financial Services // United Kingdom
Digital Government
What it takes to review 650,000 emails
Although Donald Trump argued it wasn't possible to review 650,000 emails in eight days, cyber forensics experts said it's quite common.
Cybersecurity
China’s Bewildering New Cybersecurity Law Keeps Foreign Tech Firms Out of the Country
The law generally re-affirms the state’s commitment to controlling what technology is used within China’s borders and how it can collect information.
Acquisition
Innovation in government starts with being intentional
An industry leader argues that it's good to keep the "dinosaurs" on their toes.
People
Rudolph exits OMB cyber post
The Office of Management and Budget's Cyber and National Security Unit chief is leaving government service on Nov. 10.
Digital Government
Despite hype, level of election cyberthreats is uncertain
As Americans go to the polls to vote in a hotly contested election, federal officials will be behind the scenes watching for malicious cyber activity, even though there won't be much they can do in response.
Cybersecurity
Fewer OPM Hack Victims Must Re-Enroll in Protection Services Than Originally Estimated
Lawmakers express concern provider transition "may create confusion."
Cybersecurity
Scouting new vistas in mind-machine connections
IARPA and Sandia National Labs have joined forces to reverse-engineer the algorithms of the human mind.
Modernization
Trade group presses Congress on IT bill
Facing a short post-election congressional calendar, backers of an IT modernization bill are pushing for swift action.
Cybersecurity