Digital Government
American Schools Are Teaching Our Kids How to Code All Wrong
No more teaching watered down content and using simple coding apps.
Cybersecurity
House panel weighs the risks of legacy IT
As experts warned of the "dire" threats posed by outdated federal technology, lawmakers grilled top feds, debated workforce issues and inched closer to backing a $3.1 billion fix-it fund.
Digital Government
State IG: Clinton violated records policy
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton didn't comply with State Department policies implemented under the Federal Records Act, according to a report from the State Department inspector general.
Cybersecurity
NPPD gets funding bump in Senate bill
DHS cybersecurity directorate funding edges north of $1.8 billion, as federal cyber risks gain traction as a policy priority.
Digital Government
Air Force looks for 'software-defined' spectrum
The Air Force wants to use advances in software and hardware to make its radio communications more adaptable to various mission environments -- without sacrificing security.
People
TRANSCOM in search of deputy CIO
U.S. Transportation Command, which has been hit by hackers in the past, is looking for a new executive to help drive IT policy.
Cybersecurity
CBP working on border tech acquisition processes
The agency is making strides in developing and deploying border technologies but still has some weaknesses.
Digital Government
‘Ticking Time Bomb?’ Congress Probes Obsolete Federal Tech
Some of the oldest systems in government are more than 50 years old. Spending on system replacements or new tech development has declined by billions in recent years.
Digital Government
Official: Transition to New Recreation.gov Could Be ‘Risky’
As a 10-year contract winds down, USDA and Interior are gearing up for a new version of the online booking portal.
Modernization
Siri and Other Digital Assistants May Be Leaking Your Questions
AI helpers like Alexa and Siri are useful, but they’re not smart enough to keep your questions private—at least not yet.
Artificial Intelligence
Worried About Robots Taking Over? This Ethics Bot Might Put Your Mind at Ease.
The fear that our irresponsible creations might bring about the end of humanity is a common one.
Digital Government
Your Spare Computing Power Could Help Fight Zika
Scientists are using a network called the World Community Grid to process huge amounts of data in an attempt to understand how to tackle the virus.
Digital Government
Lawmakers Want Off-the-Clock ‘Cyber Protection’ for Some Pentagon Personnel
The Defense secretary would be authorized to identify high-risk positions and provide training and assistance.
Cybersecurity
Hey, Millennials: Your Grandparents Are Savvier About Password Security Than You
Just because millennials grew up with technology doesn’t mean they’re actually smarter about how they use it.
Modernization
Senators still have questions about IANA transition
Senators heard from experts who want to tap the brakes on the pending transition of a key piece of global Internet architecture from U.S. control to a global multistakeholder organization.
People
Succession planning for CIOs
Don't try to pick your replacement, current and former CIOs advised. Instead, strengthen the office so that any good successor can succeed.
Cybersecurity
Hayden: Russian cyber sophistication derives from criminal groups
Deterring Russia is harder than deterring China from hitting the U.S. in cyberspace, says retired Gen. Michael Hayden, former CIA and NSA director.
Cybersecurity
TSA and Social Security race to Windows 10
They've hit a few snags, but the two agencies are nevertheless hoping to complete an upgrade to end all Windows upgrades within the month.
Cybersecurity