Digital Government
Policy Makers Discuss Appropriate U.S. and U.K. Response to Online Disinformation
Former Texas Rep. Will Hurd weighed in.
Emerging Tech
Creepy, Cool and Coherent: Potential Government Tech Shines at CES 2022
From humanoid robots to zero-emissions drones, CES was filled with lots of tech that may be relevant to government soon.
Ideas
How the AI-Enabled Worker Will Deliver Better Government in 2022
AI needs people to maximize its potential.
Digital Government
Defense Officials Press Lawmakers For a 2022 Appropriation
Defense officials warned lawmakers that some programs and tech efforts could be delayed or eliminated if Congress fails to pass a 2022 defense spending bill soon.
Artificial Intelligence
Report: Ensure Federal AI Policies are Aligned
Federal agencies may not be on the same page when it comes to artificial intelligence programs.
Cybersecurity
Defense officials press lawmakers for a 2022 appropriation
Defense officials warned lawmakers that some programs and tech efforts could be delayed or eliminated if Congress fails to pass a 2022 defense spending bill soon.
Cybersecurity
FCC Chair Proposes Updating Data Breach Reporting Requirements
The Commission is still waiting for an empty chair to be filled as observers call for a vote on Biden nominee Gigi Sohn.
People
DHS launches new program to recruit, train climate professionals
The program, designed to recruit recent graduates as well as current federal employees, is one of the department's efforts meant to focus DHS on adapting to climate change.
Digital Government
Some Agencies Report 100% Vaccine Mandate Compliance as Others Begin Suspensions
Agencies continue to see vaccination rates rise as disciplinary actions ramp up.
Emerging Tech
Energy Launches New Program To Overhaul the U.S. Electrical Grid
Pursuant to President Biden’s sustainable energy plans, the Department of Energy launched a new initiative to restore the country’s electrical grid through expanded access and more resilient systems.
Acquisition
IRS plans new version of its $700M digital platform contract
The Integrated Enterprise Portal 2.0 procurement will cover some of the most widely used, public-facing IRS applications.
Cybersecurity
Pentagon Moves to Improve its Cybersecurity-Centered Engagement with Universities
A new consortium aims to enable deeper collaboration on digital challenges.
Emerging Tech
Radicalization Pipelines: How Targeted Advertising on Social Media Drives People to Extremes
Advertising is getting more aggressive.
Emerging Tech
VA Inks $13 Million Contract with Google Cloud to Drive the Making of Apps for Vets
A new announcement marks the “continued evolution” of an ongoing program and aims to promote customer experience.
People
Agencies must establish COVID-19 testing programs for certain unvaccinated feds and contractors by Feb. 15
Task force issues new guidance on coronavirus testing for those who report to federal facilities or otherwise interact with the public.
Cybersecurity
Why self-sufficiency is key to fostering data literacy in the Air Force
The Air Force wants to improve data literacy and culture, so it's creating a cadre of "citizen analysts" and communities of interest to build and then spread their knowledge.
Digital Government
Agencies Must Establish COVID-19 Testing Programs for Certain Unvaccinated Feds and Contractors By Feb. 15
Task force issues new guidance on coronavirus testing for those who report to federal facilities or otherwise interact with the public.
Cybersecurity
House FISMA Reform Would Empower Federal CISO With Budgeting Authority
Corresponding Senate legislation doesn’t mention the federal chief information security officer but shares other key elements—including a shorter incident reporting window—with a discussion draft issued by the House Oversight and Reform Committee.
Cybersecurity
House FISMA draft codifies federal CISO role, looks to shared services
The House Oversight Committee is considering the first updates to the Federal Information Security Modernization Act in seven years, amid increasingly sophisticated cyber risks and threats.
Cybersecurity