Emerging Tech
New Bluetooth Upgrade Could Provide a Big Audio Assist for Government
The one-to-one limitation on Bluetooth devices may no longer be the case.
Digital Government
IRS launched tax credit website without authority to operate, watchdog reports
The agency's CIO told auditors that the short-lived problem arose from a 'one-time user error'.
Defense
More reality checks could help keep DOD programs on time and on budget, GAO says
The Pentagon has long espoused “knowledge-based acquisition,” but doesn’t insist on it.
Modernization
GDIT Snags $120 Million Contract to Modernize Student Aid Processing System
The Federal Student Aid Processing System supports more than 10 million students.
Policy
New bill sets federal penalties for drone misuse
The Drone Act of 2022 would set new federal penalties for drone operators who weaponize drones, disrupt emergency operations or use the technology to deliver contraband into prisons.
Digital Government
School Districts to Receive $500M in Federal Funds to Buy Electric Buses
The Biden administration recently announced the new funding for this year, in addition to $5 billion in infrastructure act funds, for school districts to replace polluting diesel buses. But making the switch to electric will be challenging for some communities.
Emerging Tech
Lack of Space National Guard Could Hurt Training, Recruiting
National Guard directors are worried about losing key talent for space capabilities without the creation of a specified guard and reserve component.
Ideas
Newly Discovered Fast Radio Burst Challenges What Astronomers Know About These Powerful Astronomical Phenomena
Scientists aren't sure what's causing them.
Defense
Lack of Space National Guard could hurt training, recruiting
National Guard directors are worried about losing key talent for space capabilities without the creation of a specified guard and reserve component.
Policy
Bipartisan House Reps. Call for Renewal of Tariff Moratorium on Digital Goods
As leaders convene for the World Trade Organization’s Ministerial Conference, Congress asked U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai to renew the moratorium on tariffs on electronic transmission.
Cybersecurity
Inglis says infrastructure outlays should focus on 'cyber smart' investments
National Cyber Director Chris Inglis said Monday that funding appropriated in the $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act should go towards investments that prioritize cybersecurity and improving cyber resilience.
Cybersecurity
National Cyber Director: Mandates Coming to Secure Commercial Information Technology
An event hosted by the leading trade association for major tech vendors highlighted what has so far been an impasse between government and industry on cybersecurity policy.
Policy
Energy Department Seeks Nominations for Electric Vehicle Working Group
The group stems from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Modernization
TMF methods can drive larger modernization impact, report states
The congressionally mandated IT Operating Plan, released by the federal CIO last week, explains how the methods of the Technology Modernization Fund will help technology procurement and management across the federal enterprise.
Digital Government
More Reality Checks Could Help Keep DOD Programs on Time and Budget, GAO Says
The Pentagon has long espoused “knowledge-based acquisition,” but doesn’t insist on it.
Artificial Intelligence
‘Jurassic World’ Scientists Still Haven’t Learned That Just Because You Can Doesn’t Mean You Should – Real-World Genetic Engineers Can Learn From the Cautionary Tale
Genetic manipulation poses numerous ethical questions.
Modernization
TMF Looks to Measure More Than Just Cost Savings
The board of the Technology Modernization Fund is looking to support projects that impact the public through improved customer experience, Executive Director Raylene Yung said Thursday.
Cybersecurity
Water sector leaders seek increased EPA cybersecurity collaboration and guidance
Experts from the water and wastewater sectors called on the Environmental Protection Agency to take action on recommendations from the Cyberspace Solarium Commission to bolster cybersecurity for America's water infrastructure.
Ideas
Building a Foundation for Zero Trust
Agencies have until 2024 to achieve five goals set down by the White House.
Modernization