Modernization
When Should Vets Use Mobile Apps for PTSD Treatment? VA Wants To Know
The department is doing research on whether clinical psychologists can help.
Cybersecurity
Clinton Email Saga Continues with 'Spillage' Request
Rep. Jason Chaffetz also asked the FBI for an inventory of electronic devices and documents obtained from Clinton’s aides containing classified government data.
Modernization
How the Cloud Can Shake Legacy Tech Out of Agencies
Riverbed Technology IT executives Jerry Kennelly and Davis Johnson share insight into the government’s tech challenges, legacy systems and why Silicon Valley matters more than ever to government.
Emerging Tech
China’s New Satellite Puts Quantum Encryption Into Orbit
It’s designed to literally teleport information nearly 750 miles.
Digital Government
Iraq Builds Armed Robot to Fight ISIS
The Baghdad Post says the machine-gun-wielding unmanned ground vehicle will be used in the effort to retake Mosul.
Modernization
Air Force moving to Windows 10 within two years
The Air Force announced it is accelerating its Windows 10 upgrade, with an eye to finishing within two years.
Artificial Intelligence
How Artificial Intelligence Could Help Diagnose Mental Disorders
Machine learning could train software to spot verbal tics associated with schizophrenia, depression and bipolar disorder.
Digital Government
Is the U.S. handing over control of the internet?
Despite some alarmist headlines about the transfer of a key internet architecture function, the fact remains that the U.S. cannot relinquish control that it does not have.
Cybersecurity
Privacy groups slam DHS social media proposal
A coalition of civil liberties groups has objected to a proposed policy to collect social media information from foreign travelers.
Modernization
Report: NASA makes a strong statement in contract dispute
In an unusual move, NASA has let an IT system authority to operate lapse as a means of calling attention to a problematic contract.
Digital Government
GSA working for meaningful shared-services impact
The General Services Administration wants to sharpen its understanding of how agencies plan to use shared services.
Modernization
GSA set to approve first fast-tracked CSPs
The first graduates of FedRAMP's fast-track approval process will be emerging in the next few weeks.
Digital Government
DHS Prototypes Wearable Nuclear Detection Devices
The department wants lightweight wearable devices that scan for radiation.
Cybersecurity
Why the Internet of Things Needs Different Encryption
The security systems that protect desktops and servers won't work for RFID tags.
Emerging Tech
Video: How NASA Engages the Next Generation of STEM Scholars
It starts in the classroom.
Emerging Tech
Leidos’ Post-Deal Identity
Leidos isn't just doubling in size; it's expanding the customers it serves.
Digital Government
Can Virtual Reality Help Close the Gender Pay Gap?
Variable Labs develops VR experiences “to foster empathy, develop soft skills, and change behavior.”
Digital Government
OPM Wants Agencies To Review Their Telework Data
Data collection and reporting on telework remain a "challenge" for agencies, says OPM.
Digital Government