Acquisition
For fun and profit: Data entrepreneurs size up Recreation.gov RFP
Open-data advocates want to see developers build booking websites and apps to compete with the longtime vendor at Recreation.gov.
Acquisition
The government shouldn't play matchmaker
A recent GAO report on government efforts to link small companies with prime contractors is fraught with risk.
Cybersecurity
Should Agencies Ever Let Hackers Rummage through Government Networks?
USPS, State and the White House, during recent breaches, had golden opportunities to stalk adversaries.
Digital Government
VA Turns to IBM Watson to Improve Veteran Care
The pilot program could show how cognitive computing systems can distill complex data sets into useful information.
Cybersecurity
Tech Giants Join Microsoft's Privacy Fight Against Justice Department
Apple, Amazon, Verizon, AT&T and others want to keep the U.S. using search warrants to seize private data stored overseas.
Emerging Tech
The Evolving Search for Life on Mars
Before the first spaceflight, humanity’s sense of what—or who—might be in our galactic neighborhood was, by today’s standards, remarkably optimistic.
People
Why 2015 will be the year of talent
ACT-IAC'S Rick Holgate and Dan Chenok look ahead to what's next for federal IT in 2015.
Digital Government
Scientists Have a Sharing Problem
Competition and disorganization within their disciplines prevent many researchers from making their data publicly available, which is stunting scientific progress.
People
Fed 100 nominations: Time is running out!
Nominations are due by Dec. 23 -- submit yours today!
Cybersecurity
DHS warns feds about electronic billing ploy
A phishing campaign targeting government employees includes malware disguised as an attached invoice.
Cybersecurity
Outgoing Intelligence chairman warns of cyber vulnerabilities
Retiring Michigan Republican Mike Rogers’ valedictory is the latest in a series of dire warnings about the need to bolster cyber defenses.
Digital Government
Spending and defense bills head to White House
Procedural challenges in the Senate give way to final votes on both "must-pass" pieces of legislation.
Modernization
Power outage, disaster data, FedRAMP approval and more
News and notes from around the federal IT community.
Cybersecurity
Agencies Mold Regulations around ‘Voluntary’ Cyber Standards
Coast Guard, NHTSA and FDA are adapting the NIST framework for boat owners, car companies and medical device manufacturers.
Cybersecurity
Sands Casino Corporate Systems Eviscerated by Iranians
Entertainment // Nevada, United States
Cybersecurity
Ontario Government Website Tells Visitors: ‘U Can’t Touch This’
Government (Foreign) // Ontario, Canada
Digital Government
A Brief History of Militarized Lasers
The Navy recently mounted a laser cannon on a ship. It's been a long time coming.
Modernization
The Next 'Smart' Device Could Be Your Carry-On Suitcase
The Bluesmart carry-on can be connected to your phone via an app, available for iOS, Android and even smartwatches.
Digital Government