People
U.S. CTO stepping down
Todd Park is moving to Silicon Valley to recruit talent into federal IT ranks.
Cybersecurity
25,000 affected by USIS breach
DHS had already suspended work with the contractor in the wake of the breach, first revealed Aug. 6.
Digital Government
These Cute, Tiny Sensors Will Soon Be Watching You Everywhere
These beacons send unique Bluetooth radio pulses, which a mobile device can recognize.
People
More hands-on engagement promised at this year's ELC
As the government pivots to agile, this year's ACT-IAC leadership meeting hones in on practical problem solving.
Modernization
These Are the 25 Most Popular Mobile Apps in America
This is an interesting slice of the App Store, as it highlights active usage, not just one-time downloads or recent popularity.
Cybersecurity
New role for CIA's ex-CIO, Tor's secret bug-fixers and more
News and notes from around the federal IT community.
Emerging Tech
How Data Analytics Can Help Root Out Food Stamp Fraud
Advanced data analytics can help the Agriculture Department detect fraud early -- and even stop it from happening.
Cybersecurity
DeLong: NSA security reforms predate Snowden
Compliance director also claims explaining what NSA does is becoming a greater part of the agency's culture.
Cybersecurity
Longtime Nurse Pries into Medical Issues of Colleague’s Family
Healthcare and Public Health
Modernization
SAMHSA seeks input on IaaS solutions
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration is exploring the possibility of transitioning to a government community cloud -- and perhaps to one provider in particular.
People
'Hacking bureaucracy' at 18F
Greg Godbout, executive director of GSA's innovation lab, wants to set an example in hiring and other areas for the rest of the federal government to emulate.
Cybersecurity
Ferguson police personal data hacked by hacktivists
Government (U.S.) // Missouri, United States
Cybersecurity
UPS Discloses Breach at 51 Stores
The Department of Homeland Security said a type of malicious software known as 'Backoff' is likely to blame.
Digital Government
Entire Manhattan Project History Declassified and Now Online
The final two volumes of A-bomb history became available in the past month.
Modernization
Agencies Get New Guidelines for OK’ing Apps
The new guide is aimed at preventing staff from both oversharing and inadvertently welcoming in hackers.
Digital Government
Top Secret White House Crisis Communication Network Gets Upgrade
The Crisis Management System supports voice and video calls.
Digital Government
Rep. Eshoo Calls for ‘Re-brand’ of Net Neutrality
Americans “can’t tell which jargon box to check,” says the California Democrat.
Modernization
Big Win for Amazon: First Provider Authorized to Handle Sensitive DOD Workloads in Cloud
Achieves provisional authority to operate under DOD’s cloud security model at impact levels 3-5.
Digital Government
White House to Agencies: Embrace Offbeat Methods for Buying Tech
Innovative procurement methods can provide agencies with more bang for their buck, White House officials say.
Modernization