Modernization
Bill to Legalize Cell-Phone Unlocking Set for House Vote
Under an expedited process, the bill will need a two-thirds vote to pass.
Digital Government
Is a 1 Percent Pay Raise Enough for Federal Tech Employees?
Private-sector IT salaries are rising faster.
Emerging Tech
Here’s That $200 Internet Toothbrush No One Asked for
We can officially add toothbrushes to the internet of things.
Digital Government
Group launches national effort for health IT interoperability
Private-sector successor to eHealth Exchange will focus on framework for data sharing and industry cooperation.
Modernization
What Pritzker wants from Silicon Valley
In first official visit to the West Coast tech mecca, Commerce secretary solicits partnerships on climate data and highlights new Census tool.
Cybersecurity
Draft language signals more transparent NIST
The National Institute of Standards and Technology has been on the defensive since it was revealed that the NSA subverted encryption standards.
Cybersecurity
Mental health and developmental disability patient data visible on Google for 10 months
Healthcare and Public Health // Pennsylvania, United States
Digital Government
A New One-Stop Shop for eHealth
The eHealth University links to training, webinars and help desks for numerous Medicare requirements.
Digital Government
Drones Are Finally Driving the U-2 Spy Plane out of Business
The U.S. military is becoming more digital, specialized, and automated—just like the rest of the world.
Emerging Tech
The Evolution of the Twitter Revolution
From Iran to Ukraine, the role of social media in global protests is changing, but it’s definitely here to stay.
Digital Government
Pentagon Wants to Share Spectrum With Broadband Providers, Not Auction It
The department backs off 2012 plan.
Emerging Tech
Wind Turbines Can Act Like Big Magnets for Lightning
But the lightning doesn't strike when the turbines aren't rotating.
Modernization
What CIOs say about big data
Ten insights from IT leaders on the front lines of big-data deployments.
Cybersecurity
Hagel outlines looming DOD budget cuts
Cybersecurity is one of a few areas set to receive a boost, at the expense of troop strength.
Acquisition
In search of a bolder procurement process
Results of a study on barriers to government contracting are expected to be released in early March.
Acquisition
FITARA to get another look in the House
The IT acquisition overhaul bill the House will vote on Tuesday includes a few changes from the version included in the House-passed defense policy measure last year.
Acquisition
More than 100 sign OASIS deals
Federal users can choose from among seven pools of providers for professional services offerings, including logistic, IT, engineering, financial management and scientific trades and services.
Digital Government
Contractors sent to prison for fraud scheme
The fraudulent bidding involved IT contracts at the Environmental Protection Agency, Homeland Security Department, General Services Administration and Agriculture Department.
Digital Government