People
Where does privacy figure into FTC data discussions?
The Federal Trade Commission is neglecting the privacy concerns connected to data collection and usage policies, especially in cloud-based systems, argues Paul Rosenzweig.
Cybersecurity
DHS: Hackers could manipulate highway sensors
Cyber team discovered encryption flaw in receivers that track drivers’ wireless emissions.
Emerging Tech
The 3D-printed gun for the masses doesn't actually work very well
The weapon's first test at a shooting range only fired six bullets before falling apart.
Cybersecurity
Hackers already are in your network. Now what?
Advice on dealing with cutting-edge intruders.
Digital Government
Defense CEOs brace for fiscal cliff
Sudden drop or gradual slope? Defense firm CEOs, resigned to declines in their business, fear the outcome of drastic budget cuts.
Cybersecurity
Is John McAfee about to come clean?
The tech entrepreneur announced he plans to meet with Guatemalan officials.
Digital Government
Navy denies that Iran captured intelligence drone
Rhetoric comes as U.S. ramps up surveillance over Bushehr.
Digital Government
Industry warns lawmakers to stay neutral on technology
A bipartisan duo proposing IT reforms has caught the attention of some concerned business groups.
Modernization
Marines kick off East Coast land mobile radio buy
Project will field digital systems for base public safety units.
Cybersecurity
Pentagon cyber activities could grab $120 billion
Funding shift could occur if lawmakers grant flexibility to apportion $1.2 trillion in cuts required under 2011 Budget Control Act.
Digital Government
OMB only led 11 TechStat reviews in 2011 and 2012
The number of adapt-or-perish reviews has dropped sharply since 2010.
Digital Government
Trending: Health IT in 2013
Larger-scale remote monitoring of chronic conditions and more patients using mobile apps are among predictions.
Acquisition
Is it time to revisit Clinger-Cohen?
Rep. Darrell Issa, with support from a prominent Democrat, continues to push legislation to update the 1996 law that tackled government IT acquisition and management and created the CIO position.
Acquisition
VA's Tibbits: Vendors need to show the value of their offerings
Without use cases to show how a technology can reduce costs or otherwise benefit an agency, the sales pitches are not helpful, VA official says.
Digital Government
VA trademarks ‘GI Bill’ to stop commercial rip-off artists
Department will issue terms of use within the next six months.
People
2012 Plum Book is out
The latest guide to politically-appointed federal jobs, published after each presidential election, is out.
Digital Government
Survey raises some red flags about management fellows program
Results could offer lessons for new technology fellowship.
Digital Government
House oversight leaders find rare bipartisan agreement on IT reform
Transparency and sharing are key in acquisitions, Reps. Issa and Connolly say.
Cybersecurity