Digital Government
After communications hiatus, NASA rover found in standby mode
NASA’s Opportunity, which has been traversing the Martian surface dutifully since landing in January 2004, has come out of an expected three-week radio silence in self-imposed standby mode.
Emerging Tech
Technology Is the Key to Combatting Child Sex Trade, White House Says
Traffickers rely on Web tools; police should do the same, fed CIO says.
Modernization
Why You Should Access Online Banking on Your Smartphone Rather Than Your Computer
One security expert believes that users are more of a risk than networks.
Modernization
BlackBerry’s CEO Is Correct: There’s No Future in Tablets
Research in Motion has no plans to jump into the crowded tablet market.
Emerging Tech
SpaceX Takes a Hit as NASA Chooses Russia’s Space Agency Instead
Blaming budget cuts, the U.S. space agency has inked a deal for Roscosmos to ferry six astronauts to the International Space Station.
Digital Government
Do You Want the Government Buying Your Data From Corporations?
A new bill moving through Congress would give the authorities unprecedented access to citizens' information.
Digital Government
Keys to Successful Telework May Already Be in Feds' Pockets
Laptops remain the tool of choice for remote workers.
Cybersecurity
Feds Urge Major Industries To Take Steps To Deflect Data Wipe Virus
Tactics target Shamoon code that former Defense Secretary Leon Panetta declared ‘the most destructive attack’ to date.
People
What's wrong with IT at Veterans Affairs?
In an increasingly high-profile morass, the Veterans Affairs Department's tech troubles are only growing worse. Most recently, several key leaders have stepped down while the integrated health record effort stalls and a massive claims backlog remains unresolved.
Digital Government
Commission plans response to market-moving Twitter hack
After a bogus tweet panicked the stock market, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission is trying to accelerate plans to protect trading systems.
Emerging Tech
White House Responds to 19-Month-Old Palestine Petition
The administration also sided with petitioners opposing controversial cybersecurity legislation.
Digital Government
Six Revealing Quotes From Obama's New FCC Nominee, Tom Wheeler
The potential chairman wrote prolifically about tech on his blog.
Cybersecurity
NIST Reworks Cyber Guidelines for the Hacking Era
Standards now cover BYOD and supply chain threats.
Digital Government
VA Eliminates Bonuses for Benefits Officials
Funds will be used to help reduce disability claims backlog.
Emerging Tech
White House Petition Site Draws Venezuelan Crowds
Viral We the People petition seems to have been most popular abroad.
Digital Government
Who Wants To Steer a Nuclear Bomber with an iPad?
The Air Force Global Strike Command is planning to buy electronic flight bags.
Digital Government
FEMA and other agencies showcase successful mobility initiatives
Pro-telework conference details savings, flexibility as more agencies virtualize the workplace.
Digital Government
Military Health System and TRICARE Lose Control Over IT Budget
Defense officials have shifted management responsibility to the Pentagon acquisition and technology shop.
Digital Government