Modernization
Top Republican Moves to Block VA’s EHR Deployment Until Improvements Are Made
A dozen GOP senators—including the ranking member of a key committee—signed on to the bill.
Cybersecurity
NATO to Seek a Contractor for Website Cybersecurity Testing
Those interested will need to go through a Department of Commerce approval process to be eligible to bid on the contract.
Digital Government
How an Inclusive Work Environment Attracts, Retains Tech Workers
An inclusive IT staff helps Detroit close workforce gaps and bridge the digital divide.
Cybersecurity
IRS System Doesn’t Meet All Cloud Security Requirements, Watchdog Says
Treasury’s Inspector General found the IRS did not meet requirements like malicious code protection and timely risk mitigation.
Emerging Tech
TikTok, Security and Government Devices
Tom Guarente of Armis joins the podcast to discuss what network administrators need to know about the potential threat that the social media app poses.
Defense
Space Force is building a virtual training ground for space conflict
In an interview, chief of space operations notes China’s efforts to jam and intercept orbiting satellites.
Modernization
IG: Social Security isn't moving fast enough on agile development
An Inspector General report published this month said the Social Security Administration is still struggling to mature its agile development processes and not yet transitioning away from costly outdated technology.
Acquisition
Report: 39% of VA IT contract awards didn't have CIO approval
A new Government Accountability Office report found that the Department of Veterans Affairs isn’t always including its CIO in tech procurements, as required by the FITARA.
Policy
Proposed Bill Would Ban Excessively Loud Streaming Commercials
The legislation would update the CALM Act of 2010 that tackled loud television ads.
Artificial Intelligence
MITRE Recommends Comprehensive Approach to Modernize Legacy Systems
The recommendations focus on executable actions for the Office of Management and Budget, agencies, Congress and industry .
Digital Government
White House Launches Strategy to Advance Data Privacy Tech and Processes
Absent comprehensive federal law, the strategy represents a new chapter toward regulating data privacy protocols for U.S. online users.
Digital Government
The Trends Reshaping Government Work This Year
William D. Eggers joins the podcast to discuss a new Deloitte report.
Digital Government
GSA Makes a Case for Login.gov on Capitol Hill After Scathing Report
General Services Administration officials addressed allegations that the agency misrepresented identity proofing standards of Login.gov at a hearing Wednesday, as lawmakers pondered the potential for fraudsters in the system.
Policy
Guiding Principles on Spyware Emphasize Human Rights, Accountability
The Summit for Democracy’s Guiding Principles aim to bring uniformity to how nations use surveillance technology.
People
How smaller agencies are working to close their technology talent gaps
From innovative fellowships to nixing degree requirements on job listings, smaller agencies are getting scrappy when it comes to hiring tech and cyber talent.
Ideas
The challenges of collective cyber defense
The federal government can leverage existing tools to meet some of the most demanding operational challenges posed by the national cybersecurity strategy.
Digital Government
GSA Issues Guidance to help Agencies Buy Secure 5G
The guidelines for federal agencies detail best practices throughout the 5G ecosystem.
Acquisition
GSA releases new 5G acquisition guidance for agencies
The new guidance is meant to help agencies acquire 5G while navigating tech, cybersecurity and acquisition considerations, agency officials said.
Artificial Intelligence
NIST Debuts Trustworthy and Responsible AI Resource Center
The new resource builds upon NIST’s previously-issued framework and playbook, while offering a visual roadmap for the safe creation and risk management of AI systems.
Ideas