Emerging Tech
SpaceX's just-launched Falcon 9 rocket: The things it carries
Replacement equipment, science experiments, ice cream ...
People
GAO confirms Medicare system vastly improved
A system the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services uses to provide data to users about their eligibility has shown marked progress in processing speed and reliability after upgrades, audit finds.
People
Military services falter on single-bid contract guidance
An audit finds that DOD agencies often award contracts to the only bidder without trying to expand competition, despite DOD's own guidance.
Digital Government
Tiny aircraft slated to fly over Oklahoma during DHS drone tryouts
The trial will gauge the potential for using unmanned systems in public safety operations.
Cybersecurity
Cyberattacks on the upswing
A new survey finds cyberattacks against U.S. targets – both public and private sector – are increasing dramatically in frequency and cost.
People
NIST fellow wins Nobel Prize for physics
David J. Wineland, a physicist, won the honor for work in quantum systems.
People
Smart decision-making for poets
Federal managers can simplify a complex decision-making process -- and ensure success -- by anticipating and addressing concerns in four basic areas.
People
David Bethel, formerly of GSA, vies to be the next John Grisham
Former GSA official J. David Bethel is watching sales of his political-thriller novel and working on new tales.
Digital Government
Study shows health IT benefits diabetic patients
The greatest improvement was among patients with the most severe diseases.
Cybersecurity
Chinese telecom giant blasts House report
Huawei denies accusations that Chinese companies undermine American security.
Cybersecurity
House Panel: Chinese telecom firms pose cyber threat
Companies dispute intelligence committee report's findings.
Emerging Tech
Pentagon invests in power-efficient embedded computing tech
SRI International and Reservoir Labs nab $15 million in funding.
People
NIST fellow wins Nobel
David J. Wineland was surprised by a phone call informing him he had won the Nobel Prize for physics.
Modernization
Veterans Affairs taps contractor to build mobile apps store, software
Device management software will ensure security of employee-owned equipment on VA’s network.
Digital Government
Just jammin' in Iran
Iran cuts signal for BBC, VOA, others; no word yet on how Big Bird is holding up.
Modernization
DISA acquires iPads and Samsung tablets for mobility test
Evaluation will include mobile device management software, applications store.
Digital Government
Quantum computing firm nabs funding from In-Q-Tel, Jeff Bezos
D-Wave Systems is developing tech to accelerate data-crunching.
Emerging Tech
This is just a test: Emergency responders tap the Twitterverse
Simulation examines how social media can aid response to a terrorist attack.
People