Modernization
Halvorsen: JRSS tests reveal solid backbone
Acting DOD CIO Terry Halvorsen said initial tests of the Joint Regional Security Stacks revealed sound plans for the program's architecture, but that some fine-tuning and better education of those operating JRSS will be needed.
Modernization
Pentagon Watchdog: DOD Stumbles in Cloud Computing Plan
An inspector general found Pentagon policymakers did not fully execute numerous elements of the strategy.
Modernization
Treasury nominee, spectrum sharing, cyber dialogue and more
News and notes from around the federal IT community.
Emerging Tech
NASA: Orion’s Launch is ‘Day One of the Mars Era’
The American spacecraft Orion has successfully commenced its first test flight.
Emerging Tech
Japanese Space Explorer Goes Hunting Asteroids
The space explorer Hayabusa2 began its mission Wednesday to shoot an explosive bullet at a space rock and return home with its cosmic guts by 2020.
Acquisition
Beyond FITARA: 8 ways the defense bill seeks to modernize Pentagon IT
The measure signals a certain impatience with the way the military is adapting -- or not adapting -- to new technological realities.
Modernization
Early IoT adopters see opportunities and obstacles
The Internet of Things is changing the way companies do business, but challenges abound.
Modernization
DOD IG: Pentagon falling short on cloud strategy
A new inspector general's report says the Defense Department has not adequately trained acquisition and contract specialists who buy cloud services.
Cybersecurity
DOD announces 2014 CIO award winners
The Defense Department honored four teams and individuals for their achievements in advancing government IT over the last year.
Digital Government
Brazil dispatch
Steve Kelman offers five observations from Latin America's biggest economy and democracy.
Cybersecurity
Before Intruders Ransacked Sony Pictures, Some Hackers Went After Hollywood’s Biggest Union
Entertainment // Financial Services
Cybersecurity
Payment Collection Service Snatched Customer Medical Data
Healthcare and Public Health
Cybersecurity
What is on the Pentagon Cyber Chief’s Holiday Shopping List?
On Thursday evening, in front of cyber purveyors, DOD CISO rattled off technologies he wants to help secure an Internet of stuff.
Digital Government
Do Police Body Cameras Actually Work?
After Ferguson, the president is betting millions on a technology that's still being tested around the world.
Digital Government
House Lawmakers to Reintroduce Bill to End NSA 'Backdoor' Exploits
The measure passed the House earlier this year with major bipartisan support, but was cut out of ongoing funding negotiations.
Emerging Tech
Infographic: 8 Things to Look for During Orion's Test Flight
What the Orion space capsule will go through during it's orbit around the Earth.
Digital Government
Internet Sales Tax Bill Quashed For Now
Speaker Boehner promised to revive the issue next year, which would enrage conservatives.
Emerging Tech
Uber.gov—it’s Time to Let the Government Drive
How the Nevada state government is using innovation to tackle driver scams.
Cybersecurity
Google Wants to Replace Passwords With Fingerprints and Eyeballs
The tech giant is exploring new ways to secure web activity on its devices.
Modernization