Modernization
Sonny Hashmi's 9 principles for GSA IT
The General Services Administration's CIO outlines his agency's commitment to the cloud and open source technology -- and gets positive private-sector reviews.
Digital Government
Why Obama Should Roll Heads at the CIA
It's one thing to let 'patriots' get away with torture. It's another to condone the cover-ups.
Emerging Tech
Here Are Some of the Terrifying Possibilities That Have Elon Musk Worried About Artificial Intelligence
The Tesla and SpaceX founder is worried about a new villain that could threaten humanity.
Digital Government
Ron Paul: Bring Edward Snowden Home
With Snowden’s asylum in Russia in limbo, the former House member is pushing for the clemency option.
Modernization
VA releases RFI for next-generation of IT
Vendors looking to be primes and subcontractors on T4NG have until Aug. 28 to submit statements of their capability to perform the work contained in the request for information.
Modernization
Another day, another database
The latest executive order aimed at contractors could add to the difficulty of linking together GSA's wealth of vendor information.
People
For NRC’s Ash, information comes before technology
Nuclear Regulatory Commission CIO Darren Ash has some definite views on how technology can change government.
People
DOD looking to modernize travel for employees
With the resumption of sequestration possible, the Pentagon wants to find a cheaper way to travel.
Cybersecurity
650,000 Online Gambling Customers Worldwide Exposed to ID Theft
Irish bookmaker Paddy Power just disclosed users’ personal data was breached in 2010.
Digital Government
Getting on Military Bases Is About to Involve FBI Background Checks
The continuous screening that starts Friday is a response to the Navy Yard and Fort Hood shootings.
Digital Government
NGA seeks 3D imaging tool
The National Geospatial Intelligence Agency is looking for the state-of-the-art in rendering satellite images in 3D.
Cybersecurity
Hackers Take Aim at Hong Kong, Kenya and the Philippines
Just another week in ThreatWatch, our regularly updated index of noteworthy data breaches.
Cybersecurity
Obama Defends CIA Chief After Senate Computer Hacking Scandal
"I have full confidence in John Brennan."
Digital Government
Senate Approves $225M Cash Infusion for Israel's Iron Dome
The House could give its approval later in the day.
Digital Government
Will VA Secretary McDonald Go Back to P&G for His CIO?
Just a rumor, but a tantalizing one.
Emerging Tech
The Big Problem With Smart Cards in One Chart
Which feds have them and who actually needs them?
Modernization