Modernization
GSA relaunches federal IT dashboard
The federal IT dashboard has officially relaunched after an overhaul intended to modernize the site, which dates back to 2009.
Defense
Nakasone nixes the idea of an info-ops sub command
Gen. Paul Nakasone, the commander of U.S. Cyber Command, told lawmakers he wanted to integrate more personnel trained in information operations into cyber teams.
Cybersecurity
Navy to Explore Land to Sea Cyber Defense Technology in Upcoming Exercise
Proposals are due later this month for the event, which will unfold starting September 6.
Ideas
The President Proposes, but the Congress Disposes
With the conclusion of 2022 funding legislation efforts, the process for 2023 is around the corner.
Emerging Tech
A Large Solar Storm Could Knock out the Power Grid and the Internet—An Electrical Engineer Explains How
A geomagnetic storm could be "catastrophic" to humanity, according to scientists.
Policy
There's no final number yet for pandemic fraud, oversight leaders tell Congress
Total fraud levels in pandemic relief programs are upwards of $100 billion, but getting a clear estimate is made difficult by data gaps and ongoing fraud recovery efforts, officials said at a Senate hearing.
People
A bipartisan bill would make it easier to hire feds during public health emergencies
The measure would also seek to improve interagency collaboration.
Artificial Intelligence
The IC's 4-year Emerging Tech Investment Plan
The Office of the Director of National Intelligence's investment strategy aims to make it easier for companies to connect with program managers.
Emerging Tech
A Planned Mars Rover Is the Latest Victim of Russia’s War on Ukraine
The European Space Agency and Roscosmos have put their ExoMars mission on hold.
Emerging Tech
Biden Aims For Energy Independence, Climate Health With Nuclear Fusion Technology Initiatives
The White House held a summit discussion on its new fusion technology research investments.
Modernization
The Pentagon is Ready to Deliver on JADC2—Here’s How
With the implementation plan signed, officials are embarking on the next steps of this journey toward interoperability.
Cybersecurity
CISA, FBI Warn of Russian Threat to Satellite Networks
Organizations are asked to report incidents they might ordinarily consider inconsequential to the government.
People
Teleworking DOD civilians may be recalled to in-person work
Two years after the pandemic sent DOD into “maximum telework,” Thursday’s memo points the way toward a new new normal.
Acquisition
The IC's 4-year emerging tech investment plan
The Office of the Director of National Intelligence's investment strategy aims to make it easier for companies to connect with program managers.
Digital Government
NGA Awards GDIT $4.5 Billion Data Services Contract
The single-award contract has a 10-year ordering period.
Modernization
VA plans new health record deployments, despite critical watchdog reports
Two upcoming go-live dates for the Cerner health record at VA facilities in Washington and Ohio will proceed on schedule, the agency says.
Digital Government
Teleworking DOD Civilians May Be Recalled to In-Person Work
Two years after the pandemic sent DOD into “maximum telework,” Thursday’s memo points the way toward a new new normal.
Artificial Intelligence
NIST Advocates Human-Centric Focus of AI Tech
A new report delves into the biases that emerge in artificial intelligence, and best mitigation practices.
Defense
Pentagon releases JADC2 implementation plan
An unclassified version of the strategy outlines five lines of effort, which includes establishing JADC2 "conformant" IT standards as part of the data enterprise.
Cybersecurity