Emerging Tech
Cryptocurrencies Facilitate an Already Murky Human Trafficking Problem
A House committee hearing spotlit the problematic combination of the usage of virtual currencies and a lack of data surrounding human trafficking in the U.S.
People
OPM needs more reliable telework data, watchdog says
The Government Accountability Office says that until the Office of Personnel Management implements recommendations on its telework data, it won't be able to show a clear and accurate picture of telework across the government.
Defense
Multibillion Army headset program is 'alive and well' despite delays, secretary says
Army Secretary Christine Wormuth also said she could envision changes to the cross-functional team structure of Army Futures Command, with the possibility of sunsetting some teams and creating others.
Cybersecurity
Senators Relaunch Cybersecurity Bills Following log4j Concerns
The new package bill was introduced amid calls for increased government support of open-source software development.
Acquisition
Legislation to expand federal contracting opportunities reaches president’s desk
The legislation aims to improve government contracting opportunities for small businesses but could have a major impact on governmentwide procurement.
Modernization
Legislation to Expand Federal Contracting Opportunities Reaches President’s Desk
The legislation aims to improve government contracting opportunities for small businesses but could have a major impact on governmentwide procurement.
Emerging Tech
Researchers Develop Chemical Agent-Resistant Coatings for Military Equipment
Multiple entities are supporting this ongoing effort driving paintable protection.
Cybersecurity
Law Enforcement Seize Over $3.6 Billion in Crypto Related To 2016 Hack
The seizure is the largest in U.S. history.
Cybersecurity
Former CMMC Lead Resigns Amid Legal Drama
Katie Arrington, who was previously the chief information security officer for acquisition and sustainment, has resigned from her post.
Defense
Former lead of CMMC resigns amid legal drama
Katie Arrington, who was previously the chief information security officer for acquisition and sustainment, has resigned from her post.
Emerging Tech
Could Smart Cars Finally be Driving Towards Reality?
Autonomous vehicles offer the potential for making streets safer, but currently face regulatory and safety challenges of their own.
Policy
NIST gets reauthorization in $350 billion House tech bill
The National Institute of Standards and Technology receives expanded authorities and new funding in a massive legislative passage designed to ramp up U.S. semiconductor production and fund scientific research.
Policy
Congress is heading toward yet another stopgap spending bill this week to avoid a shutdown
A measure to fund agencies through March 11 will allow appropriators to get over the finish line on full-year spending, top House Democrat says.
Modernization
New App Tracks Terrorism-Linked Events in Local U.S. Communities
It marks an enhancement of the information-sharing capabilities the National Counterterrorism Center offered before.
Defense
DOD wants more software factories
Defense officials outlined plans to make the Air Force's Kessel Run a model across the department.
Digital Government
IRS backs away from facial recognition technology
The move comes after a letter from Senate Finance Committee chair Sen. Ron Wyden urged the tax agency to end a controversial contract with ID.me that requires taxpayers to submit biometric data to file tax returns online.
Modernization
USDA, Justice Launch Website To Report Anticompetitive Behavior in Agriculture
The new portal will allow farmers and ranchers to report unfair behavior from other producers in the industry.
Cybersecurity
IRS Suggests Need to Disclose Crypto Exchange Information to Law Enforcement
A letter the tax bureau sent to a key senator says stronger penalties for failure to report cryptocurrency-based income gains might also help deter cyber criminals.
Artificial Intelligence
FDA’s Modernization to Focus on Agency Mission and People
The agency's acting CTO Sohail Chaudhry said FDA plans to implement machine learning tools that require minimal training.
Ideas