Ideas
What is Quantum Entanglement? A Physicist Explains the Science of Einstein’s ‘Spooky Action at a Distance’
It isn't easy to explain or comprehend.
Digital Government
OPM Has Authorized Another Round of Paid Leave For Feds to Get COVID-19 Boosters
As part of the Biden administration’s efforts to encourage Americans to receive the latest COVID-19 booster, federal workers will get up to four hours of paid leave for the shot.
Defense
Army climate plan relies on technology that doesn’t exist yet
The most “complex” aspect of the implementation plan is “building a force to operate in the future that still has to operate in the present,” officials said.
Policy
State Department Confirms US-UK Tech Data Dialogue
The federal government launched another technology-focused alliance with European partners, following Biden’s executive order.
Exclusive
Modernization
The Presidential Innovation Fellows Program Turned 10, What’s Next?
Presidential Innovations Fellow Director Rebeca Lamadrid discussed the “stay flexible” mentality of the program and where it is heading for its next 10 years.
Digital Government
CISA Names Acting Head of National Risk Management Center to Permanent Role
Mona Harrington, who previously served as the executive director of the Election Assistance Commission, has been the acting assistant director of CISA’s NRMC since March.
Defense
Soldiers can use their phones for work under new Army pilot
Unlike other Pentagon BYOD efforts, this one taps the cloud for a secure remote work experience.
Policy
FCC Moves to Limit the Number of Spam and Scam Texts
The proposed rule out of the Federal Communications Commission notes such messages should be blocked “at the network level.”
Cybersecurity
Are software bills of materials ready for prime time?
There's legislation afoot to require SBOMs in government procurement and industry is pushing back.
Digital Government
Labor Department, USPS team up on ID proofing
A pilot project set to launch in 2023 will see the Department of Labor and the postal service teaming up to help unemployment insurance applicants verify identities on behalf of participating states.
Ideas
I Was a Presidential Science Adviser – Here Are the Many Challenges Arati Prabhakar Faces as She Takes Over President Biden’s Science Policy Office
The director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy plays a critical role in achieving the president’s science goals. Facilitating cooperation among the dozens of research agencies is key.
Emerging Tech
TMF Announces $36.4M in Awards
The Army, the Office of Personnel Management and the Federal Housing Authority are the latest recipients of awards from the Technology Modernization Fund.
Emerging Tech
Army Climate Plan Relies on Technology That Doesn’t Exist Yet
The most “complex” aspect of the implementation plan is “building a force to operate in the future that still has to operate in the present,” officials said.
Digital Government
New US-EU Data Privacy Framework Focuses On Limiting U.S. Surveillance
Fortifying European citizens’ data and privacy rights are central to the updated U.S.-EU Data Privacy Framework.
Acquisition
Fight over $1.5B Commerce IT contract goes to court
Four companies that missed out on an award are taking their protests up a notch.
Modernization
TMF announces $36.4M in awards
The Army, the Office of Personnel Management and the Federal Housing Authority are the latest recipients of awards from the Technology Modernization Fund.
Emerging Tech
Cryptocurrencies 'Could Pose Risks' to Stability of US Economy, Treasury Warns
The Department of Treasury’s Financial Stability Oversight Council delivered research on cryptocurrency regulation recommendations, noting the importance of legislative participation.
Digital Government
State Department Names DOD Official as New CIO
Kelly Fletcher will serve as the new chief information officer for the Department of State after her tenure at the Department of Defense.
Digital Government