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

The Future of Mapping Is Inside Your Home and Office

According to Google.

Digital Government

What Government Data Can Do About the Shortage of Science and Tech Skills

First, a data jam on STEM workforce issues.