Digital Government
Democratic Lawmakers Take Aim at Discriminatory Private Sector Algorithms
The Algorithmic Accountability Act of 2022 would require companies that use algorithms in select business operations to report on how they work and what data they use.
Emerging Tech
White House Unveils New Quantum Sciences Education Initiative
The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy aims to foster the next generation of talent in quantum information sciences to match growing demand.
Modernization
TMF board member says the fund can't do everything
The Small Business Administration's chief technology officer said the Technology Modernization Fund (TMF) cannot help every federal agency achieve their modernization objectives despite a $1 billion plus-up for the fund included in the American Rescue Plan Act.
Ideas
Building the Cybersecurity Workforce America Needs
No effort is more important in cybersecurity than creating a highly skilled workforce to protect both public and private systems.
Policy
Controversial Section 230 Reform Finds More Opposition in Senate
A previous version of the bill was criticized by human rights groups and privacy advocates.
Defense
DOD debuts office to help It 'move faster' on AI
Officials provided an update on their nascent work to synchronize AI efforts across the CDO, JAIC and DDS.
Modernization
DOD health record system still faces cyber, training issues
The annual report from the Office of the Director, Operational Test and Evaluation at the Department of Defense finds some improvement but ongoing issues with MHS Genesis.
People
White House cyber office 'expects to lead' on workforce strategy
A top official promised that there's "more to come" from the White House cyber office on cybersecurity workforce strategy," calling it a "key priority" on the heels of a report recommending that the Office of the National Cyber Director take the lead on the issue.
Cybersecurity
DHS Official to Chair Biden-ordered Cyber Safety Review Board
Cybersecurity professionals say the board needs subpoena authority in order to be effective.
Modernization
Broadband Rollout Depends on Fixing ‘Woefully Inadequate’ Maps
Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo discussed the agency’s current plans for installing broadband, emphasizing the need for state planning and communication.
Cybersecurity
Supply Chain Security Training and FISMA Overhaul Bills Clear House Committee
The committee chair highlighted a need for incident reporting and other requirements for federal contractors.
Artificial Intelligence
DOD Debuts Office to Help It 'Move Faster' on Artificial Intelligence
Officials provided an update on their nascent work to synchronize AI efforts across the CDO, JAIC and DDS.
Defense
Defense industry struggles with capacity, report says
In its annual Vital Signs report for 2022, the National Defense Industrial Association, found that disruptions from COVID-19 continued to exacerbate workforce challenges.
Defense
Paying for the shift to zero trust
The National Security Agency has been working with the Pentagon's CIO to understand how agencies might be able to fund their journeys to zero trust.
Emerging Tech
Opinion: Is There a Place For Spirituality in Space Science?
A top NASA official’s biblical remarks about the James Webb Space Telescope sparked an outcry. But they’re nothing new.
Policy
Lawmakers Argue Pending European Tech Laws Disadvantage American Firms
Two senators asked President Biden to negotiate changes to the pending Digital Markets Act and Digital Services Act.
Digital Government
Study: YouTube, TikTok Track Users Most Among Social Media Platforms
Social media platforms may share more of your data than you think.
Emerging Tech
Military Pilots’ DNA May Hold Key to What’s Causing Their Prostate Cancers
Radars, magnetrons, and other toxic exposures may leave unique signatures on aviators’ cells, giving researchers the first evidence of cause.
Defense
Army Materiel Command looks to advanced manufacturing to improve readiness
Army Materiel Command is planning to implement advanced manufacturing techniques from the depots to the battlespace to help produce parts where needed.
People