Digital Government
Questions Linger on Vaccine Mandate for Federal Contractors
More guidance is expected to be released on September 24.
Digital Government
FCW Insider: September 15, 2021
The latest news and analysis from FCW's reporters and editors.
Ideas
Alexa and Siri Won't Make Your Kids Bossy
A new study finds kids are sensitive to context when it comes to conversation.
Modernization
Microsoft Takes Further Action Over NSA Cloud Contract
The tech company filed a supplemental protest.
Digital Government
Postal Service Law Enforcement Isn’t Fully Tracking Inspectors’ Use of Cryptocurrencies
Investigators reported using cryptocurrencies in nine closed cases. Auditors found another 1,064 that might not have been properly recorded.
Cybersecurity
FBI Official: Russia Is Not Cooperating with U.S. Against Ransomware Threat
Administration officials promised consequences after a meeting between presidents Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin.
Cybersecurity
Military Intel Officials Highlight Efforts to Counter Online Disinformation
Adversaries take advantage of moments in real time, such as when efforts are focused on withdrawing from Afghanistan.
Acquisition
How the Pentagon copes with funding hiccups
The Government Accountability Office examines some of the Defense Department's tactics to lessen the effects of inconsistent funding during continuing resolutions.
Ideas
A New Platform Lets You Buy Shares of Blue-Chip Paintings – but Is Art a Wise Investment?
For as little as $20, you can now own a tiny piece of a valuable work of art.
Acquisition
DOD wants industry to continue with CMMC prep amid program review
Dr. Christine Michienzi, the chief technology officer for the Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Policy, said while results were coming soon, defense contractors should "continue on" with updates to cybersecurity practices as DOD finalizes its review of its Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification program.
Ideas
Apple’s Plan to Scan Your Phone Raises the Stakes on a Key Question: Can You Trust Big Tech?
Other large tech companies also have considerable control over customers’ devices and insight into their data.
Digital Government
OPM Sees Eye-to-Eye With Outside Experts on Its Future Role in Governmentwide Personnel Policy
The federal government’s human resources agency said it is incorporating many of the ideas proposed by the National Academy of Public Administration in its upcoming strategic plan, but some will require funding increases and congressional action.
Digital Government
House Dems seek $1B for IRS to improve access to child tax credit
The IRS had come under criticism for an online tool targeting the neediest recipients of advance child tax credit payments that was not mobile-friendly and lacked non-English language resources.
Digital Government
FCW Insider: September 14, 2021
The latest news and analysis from FCW's reporters and editors.
Ideas
Over-the-Counter Rapid Antigen Tests Can Help Slow the Spread of COVID-19 – Here’s How to Use Them Effectively
Rapid antigen COVID-19 tests, designed for use at home, can show results in 15 minutes.
Cybersecurity
CISA Brings in Former Obama Official as Chief of Staff
Agency leadership stressed Kiersten Todt’s experience working with the private sector.
People
Biden's COVID vaccination mandate for feds has a deadline
Federal employees have until November 22 to comply with the administration's vaccination mandate
Artificial Intelligence