Emerging Tech

The Father of 3D Printing Says it’s Overhyped

The claims for the technology have become increasingly grandiose.

Digital Government

Exit interview: Joseph Klimavicz

The outgoing NOAA CIO says that of the many innovations he has led at the agency, a recently unveiled big data plan is the "most out of the box" -- and he is sorry he won't be around to see it through as he heads to the Justice Department.

Cybersecurity

Data breaches are getting more expensive

A study by the Ponemon Institute and IBM found the cost per compromised record rose 7 percent in the past year.

Modernization

NIH readies new IT contract

The $20 billion solicitation will give agencies access to commodities and solutions related to a variety of IT initiatives, Washington Technology reports.

Modernization

Pairing up for shared services

Potential users and providers should try to match their needs as closely as possible, top IT managers say.

Digital Government

Want To Pay Less for Drugs Under Medicare?

One company is crunching government data to help seniors make more informed decisions when selecting insurance plans.

Digital Government

Mining Federal Procurement Data for Companies and for Profit

GovTribe sees an opportunity in helping firms navigate the messy world of government contracting.

Digital Government

Telework, Cloud Are Shaking Up Federal Offices

Together, advances in telework, human resources planning, facilities management and IT are transforming agencies.

Cybersecurity

Navy sysadmin went on hacking spree at sea

Government (U.S.) // Government (Foreign) // Telecommunications // United States, Bolivia

Emerging Tech

Why You Can't Fly a Drone at Yellowstone

The National Park Service says its ban on drones doesn’t just apply to Yosemite.

Cybersecurity

Feds: You Need to Fix Your TSP Passwords This Weekend

The federal retirement program website is changing its policy to stop giving identity thieves clues about how to crack employee passwords.

Cybersecurity

Daughter of deceased potential ID theft victim livid over delayed notice

Healthcare and Public Health // Ontario, Canada

Digital Government

Latinos Aren't Interested in STEM Fields and That's a Problem for Everyone

Asian Americans and whites are more drawn to science and engineering fields, but the labor pool is increasingly Latino.

Cybersecurity

Defense authorization bill boosts cybersecurity

A House panel’s version of the annual defense policy measure would authorize increased cyber funding and require the administration to report back to Congress on a range of IT-related issues.

People

Senate appropriators signal support for IT reform

Federal CIO Steven VanRoekel said there is room for "policy and discussions" around expanded agency CIO authorities, but expressed concern that legislation might fail to take into account unforeseen future circumstances.

People

How to pick a Rising Star

Nominations for the 2014 Rising Star awards are now open. Here's what you need to know to write a great one.

Cybersecurity

NSA funds 'science of cybersecurity' research

Four universities are participating through the creation of "lablets" -- small laboratories launched with a first-year cost of about $8 million.