Emerging Tech
Why Humans Still Can't Go to Mars
It's not just the cost -- there's a big technical problem to solve.
People
GSA unveils plan to help agencies manage mobile
A week after the launch of a governmentwide wireless services plan, GSA is unveiling another plan to help manage the services.
Modernization
Google’s New “Moto X” Superphone Will Spy on You 24/7, and You’ll Like It
The sophisticated new gadget will launch in October.
Emerging Tech
The U.N. Will Not Stand for Killer Robots
Many U.N. advocates would rather trust a human to pull a trigger than leave it to a machine set to autopilot.
People
OMB releases first federal program inventory
Although hailed as a good step for transparency, the catalog of programs falls short of what some advocates say is needed.
Acquisition
Administration pushing Congress to reduce contractor compensation
OFPP's Jordan says White House is preparing a legislative proposal to use president's salary as the new cap.
Modernization
Obama Bets Computers, Sat Phones and Crypto Software Will Make Iran’s Elections More Democratic
The US government hopes that increased technology in the country will help Iranians communicate among themselves.
Digital Government
Oops! This Lab Neglected to Return the Samples of Moondust NASA Loaned It
Something to make you feel better about those library books you still haven't returned
Digital Government
Distinguishing Brain From Mind
In coming years, neuroscience will answer questions we don't even yet know to ask. Sometimes, though, focus on the brain is misleading.
People
Turco leaving GSA for CFO post at Veterans Health Administration
GSA official expresses a desire to return to financial role and serve veterans.
Cybersecurity
Hagel warns troops of the severity of cyber threats
The U.S. cannot handle the potential severity of cyber warfare on its own, defense secretary says.
People
OMB seeks 10 percent cuts for fiscal year 2015
Memo to agencies assumes Budget Control Act will remain in effect, urges a focus on 'programs that work.'
Cybersecurity
Amazon CIA contract protested
GAO is set to rule soon on IBM's protest of Amazon's ground-breaking cloud services deal with the Central Intelligence Agency.
Cybersecurity
Hack Strikes Feds in Drupal.org Community
Websites running the widely-used open source content management system are unaffected.
Modernization
The cloud, simplified
Gartner futurist provides advice for agencies hoping to cut through the buzzwords.
Cybersecurity
Personal emails of Belgium’s prime minister given away to newspaper
Government (Foreign)
Cybersecurity
Ex-campaign manager leaks N.M. governor’s emails to her opponents
Government (U.S.) // New Mexico, United States
Ideas
Meet Jennifer Pahlka: She Wants to Reboot the Way You Work
The founder of Code for America will soon become the deputy U.S. chief technology officer.
Digital Government
Today Is the Real Memorial Day
Let’s call a halt to the annual ‘Rolling Thunder’ motorcycle rally.
Digital Government