People
'Stay vigilant:' Agencies issue warnings, take new steps to combat wave of threats against feds
The Biden administration is looking to protect feds as anti-government rhetoric heats up.
People
National Archives recovered more than 100 classified documents from Trump in January
The more than 700 pages of classified material included documents relating to special access programs – some of the nation's most closely held secrets.
Cybersecurity
Advisory Board Sends Critical Infrastructure Cyber Recommendations to the White House
The National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee voted unanimously to send its most recent report on IT systems security to President Biden.
Digital Government
Bill Foster talks digital identity
The stars may finally be aligning for comprehensive digital identity legislation to pass in Congress. If it does, the Illinois Democrat will be a big reason why.
Cybersecurity
Government IT Networks May Not be Ready for Office Return, Survey Says
Legacy government IT systems and network infrastructure may struggle to provide the same quality as more workers return to the office.
Digital Government
House Oversight Dems Seeking Data From Social Media Companies About Threats to Law Enforcement
Lawmakers are demanding information from online platforms about how they are responding to growing threats against law enforcement officials following the FBI’s search of Mar-a-Lago.
Acquisition
Guidehouse to acquire Grant Thornton's public sector arm
This transaction is similar to the one that launched Guidehouse as the market knows it today.
Digital Government
Survey: Security Continues to be Major Factor for DevOps Platforms
Shifting left and other security measures are an important part of the development process and an increasing number of respondents are or intend to utilize this practice.
Emerging Tech
SAIC Lands $319M Kessel Run Program to Improve Air Force C2 Systems
Falconer Air Operations Center Weapon System Sustainment contract lets SAIC leverage its cloud and command-and-control expertise and expand its footprint with the Air Force.
Digital Government
Dr. Fauci Will Leave Government, But Isn’t Retiring
“The United States of America is stronger, more resilient, and healthier because of him,” said President Biden.
Podcasts
Critical Update: The Information Constellation—How NOAA Data Ends up in Forecasts
The environmental agency collects vast amounts of data each day from its constellation of satellites.
Ideas
Tourism and the Metaverse: Towards a Widespread Use of Virtual Travel?
Although tourism in the metaverse will not be able to replace outdoor experiences, it can be used to promote sites that are not easily accessible or are ignored by tourists, who can discover them virtually.
Defense
SAIC lands $319M Kessel Run program to improve Air Force C2 systems
Falconer Air Operations Center Weapon System Sustainment contract lets SAIC leverage its cloud and command-and-control expertise and expand its footprint with the Air Force.
Cybersecurity
DHS commits to better intel sharing with law enforcement
Whether the department has increased information sharing with government partners is unclear, but—either way—the quality is just not there, according to DHS’ Office of the Inspector General.
Cybersecurity
U.S.-Mexico Cyber Talks Begin With Focus On Critical Infrastructure
The neighboring countries discussed cybersecurity best practices and sharing threats bilaterally.
Digital Government
DHS Commits to Better Intel Sharing with Law Enforcement, Points to Mobile App
Whether the department has increased information sharing with government partners is unclear, but—either way—the quality is just not there, according to DHS’ Office of the Inspector General.
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure to Get a $45M Funding Infusion
The Department of Energy’s investment will help to fund 15 research projects to protect critical energy infrastructure.
Digital Government
New report warns of growing 'data divide'
The Center for Data Innovation says a lack of collection and use of data across demographics is leading to disparities in access to critical services.
Cybersecurity
CISA Hosts Election Security Exercise Ahead of 2022 Midterm Elections
State and local officials, along with representatives from federal agencies and election industry companies, participated in the “Tabletop the Vote” exercise to prepare for a range of hypothetical risks to election operations.
Ideas