Digital Government
Bonusland: Nuke Waste Dump Contractor Awarded $1.9M after Fire
Energy Department cites “excellent” performance.
Cybersecurity
Hackathon Aims to Spread Global Information to North Korea
The Human Rights Foundation hopes to bring more information inside the very high, guarded walls of North Korea.
Digital Government
3 ways to get more out of the Data Act
An expert in government management and transformation argues more is required of Congress and agencies alike.
Digital Government
USGS draws FEMA a 3-D map
A U.S. Geological Survey mapping program will bring data and related mapping tools to bear on flood risk management and other hazards.
Acquisition
SEC plans a makeover for EDGAR
The Securities and Exchange Commission intends to award a contract to overhaul its online public company filing system by the end of September.
Cybersecurity
Significant Deficiencies Found in Treasury’s Computer Security
Weaknesses could cause disruption of key operations at bureau that manages federal debt.
Digital Government
Turning big data into better health outcomes
Federal entities are playing a number of roles in population health management as the practice continues to unfold.
Digital Government
SEC plans makeover for EDGAR
A 90s-era filing database for public companies is due for a major upgrade.
Cybersecurity
GAO: Weaknesses Remain in FDIC's Information Security
Unaddressed vulnerabilities left key financial systems at risk for misuse.
Emerging Tech
Attention, Passengers: $15,000 Prize for Whoever Can Speed TSA Screening
Agency launches online contest for citizens to design 5-minute wait line systems.
Cybersecurity
Hackers Compromise Porn, Improve CNET’s Security, and Reveal Malware Ingredients
Just another week in ThreatWatch, our regularly updated index of noteworthy data breaches.
Emerging Tech
Here's What It Will Take to 3-D Print Replacement Rocket Parts in Space
Start with the government designing a research roadmap, NRC says.
Digital Government
One Congressman’s Crusade to Save the World From Killer Robots
Robots could one day keep troops out of combat, but opponents say deploying them will have dangerous consequences.
Modernization
Security checks, Moore's law, spectrum sharing and more
News and notes from around the federal IT community.
Modernization
The dirty truth about missing emails
While many agencies have been developing and adopting strategies to manage their records electronically, the IRS scandal has revealed a gaping chasm between policy and implementation.
Emerging Tech
The Rise of the Wedding Drone
Drones can take photos, even stand in as the ring bearer. But are they legal?
Digital Government
U.S.-China Nuclear Security Exchanges Hampered by Lingering Suspicions
Years after Washington accused China of nuclear espionage, the subject of resuming laboratory-to-laboratory exchanges among scientists remains a sensitive one.
Cybersecurity
Northern Command nominee: U.S. behind in cyber defense
Adm. William Gortney says he would explore better coordination with DHS.
Digital Government