Ideas
Nut Cracking Chimps Hint at a Deeper Culture
Chimps learn new skills almost exactly like humans do.
Ideas
Will Biden’s ‘Severe Costs’ on Russia Include Cyber Attacks?
We should know more about U.S. cyber operations by now.
Digital Government
Vista modernization still a priority at VA, but funding is a question
Two instances of the homegrown electronic health record have been moved to the cloud as part of a pilot project, but it's not clear if funding or support exists for more cloud migration as VA transitions to a commercial electronic health record.
Digital Government
GSA’s Trump Hotel lease is under scrutiny again
Lawmakers are calling for the agency to consider terminating the lease after the Trump Organization’s accounting firm said it could no longer vouch for the company’s financial statements.
Defense
Space acquisitions could see more 'discipline' from Biden pick
Frank Calvelli, the nominee for the first ever assistant secretary of the Air Force for space acquisition and integration, said better program management was key to keeping procurement on-time and on budget.
Digital Government
What Does Another Continuing Resolution Mean for Federal Contractors?
These stopgap spending measures can lead to "endless stop-and-start contract cycles, creating inefficiency and disruption."
Modernization
U.S. Biothreat Monitoring Improved But Needs Technological Upgrades
The improvements hinge on better data and enhanced technology, according to testimony given before the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Artificial Intelligence
Survey: AI ‘Mission Critical’ to 70% of Public Sector IT Decision Makers
Artificial intelligence and machine learning are far more than buzzwords in the government space.
Policy
The Senate Sidesteps Obstacles to Pass a 3-Week Shutdown-Averting Stopgap Spending Measure
Lawmakers hope to pass full-year appropriations by March 11.
Cybersecurity
Air Force Eyes Space-Centered Cyber Training
A new request for information is set to inform future budget and program decisions.
Policy
Lawmakers Question When Discarded U.S. Military Equipment is Used in Terror Attacks
Reports to Congress could be mandated down the line.
Cybersecurity
U.S. companies warned to prepare for Russian cyberattacks
DOJ’s Lisa Monaco warns industry to harden defenses; Ukraine’s foreign weapons systems are a likely target for Russian hackers.
Digital Government
Lawmakers press for spectrum coordination after 5G squabble
A public interagency spectrum dispute last month has members of Congress looking to restore order to the federal spectrum management process.
Policy
The Senate sidesteps obstacles to pass a 3-week shutdown-averting stopgap spending measure
Lawmakers hope to pass full-year appropriations by March 11.
Acquisition
The Army's top buyer wants to test limits of flexible software spending
Douglas Bush, the Army's newly confirmed acquisition chief, wants to do more to reform how the service buys and sustains software.
People
Part of Biden’s $15 contractor minimum wage order was temporarily halted
“This ruling helps more than 40,000 companies like Arkansas Valley Adventures who provide seasonal recreational services on federal lands,” said an attorney for the plaintiffs.
Digital Government
Part of Biden’s $15 Contractor Minimum Wage Order Has Been Halted Temporarily
“This ruling helps more than 40,000 companies like Arkansas Valley Adventures who provide seasonal recreational services on federal lands,” said an attorney for the plaintiffs.
Digital Government
Government Has 'Failed to Construct a Coherent Political Vision' for Data Protection, Experts Say
House lawmakers discussed the need for better data privacy laws and procedures during a hearing, emphasizing the Government Publishing Office as an example of progress.
Cybersecurity
Justice Builds Out Crypto Tracking, International Engagement Teams on Ransomware
The Justice Department will now require prosecutors to consult with the international and cyber crime specialists on significant cyber investigations.
Emerging Tech