Modernization
Legacy systems still power much of government
Despite all the talk of modernization, much of the government's IT spending goes to the operation of systems based on decades-old technology.
Digital Government
Report chronicles the rising burden of military mental health care
Mental disorders accounted for 63 percent increase in hospital visits during 11 years of war.
Emerging Tech
John McAfee can't stay out of the spotlight
Software magnate posts a Q&A while in a Guatemalan detention center.
Modernization
Apple Maps are leaving people stranded in the Outback
The mobile app is still working out the bugs.
Cybersecurity
Accidentally leaked credentials; Misplaced data
Government (U.S.) // Washington, DC, United States
Cybersecurity
Bitcoin is as legit as Paypal now, in at least one country
The French government has given one of the company's exchanges permission to operate as a payment service provider there.
Digital Government
More invisible wounds of war
VA expands list of illnesses related to traumatic brain injury that will qualify vets for disability benefits.
Cybersecurity
Cyber early warning deal collapses after Russia balks
UN-recognized organization fails to reach consensus on declaration to avoid cyberwar.
Digital Government
Electronic records surge continues
Nearly 72 percent of office-based doctors use them.
Emerging Tech
Another kind of secession petition
Leader of the micronation 'Molossia' seeks recognition from U.S.
Cybersecurity
Can an executive order protect against a 'cyber Pearl Harbor?'
A draft executive order on cybersecurity eliminates the mandates on the private sector that had been a sticking point in the failed attempt to pass legislation, insiders say.
Modernization
Text-to-911 service to be available nationwide in 2014
Major carriers also installing bounce back messages if 911 texts don’t go through.
Acquisition
OMB renews mandatory-use fears
The new strategic sourcing memo urges another look at enforcing mandatory use of strategic sourcing, bringing new criticism from industry.
Digital Government
Telework milestones
It's been two years since the Telework Enhancement Act was signed into law.
People
Collaboration’s role in the new work environment
Agencies have the opportunity to enhance productivity and innovation but only if they learn to manage collaborative efforts effectively
Modernization
What Apple's all-American factory of the future might look like
The company's past and the current economy may offer a picture of their future stateside factory.
Digital Government
Virtual border fence contract postponed due to fierce competition
Deal for SBInet replacement delayed by nine months.
Cybersecurity