Modernization
Census Bureau Opts for Small Business to Support Digital Communication Strategy
The bureau is planning a virtual industry day ahead of the release of a formal request for proposals.
Cybersecurity
CISA eyes changes to combat future supply chain hacks
The acting director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency today said his agency is looking various changes to protect federal networks in the wake of the massive breach discovered late last year.
Ideas
How to Use Analytics Data and Smart Experiments to Optimize Agency Services
Keep in mind that optimization is a never-ending process.
Artificial Intelligence
How NSF and Amazon Are Collectively Tackling Artificial Intelligence-Based Bias
An agency official shared an update on the Program on Fairness in AI.
Ideas
To Close the Gender Gap, Fight Pay Secrecy
Between 2017-18, nearly half of full-time workers reported they were either discouraged or formally prohibited from discussing wages and salaries.
Digital Government
FCW Insider: Feb. 18
The latest news and analysis from FCW's reporters and editors.
Ideas
How Many People Get 'Long COVID'—and Who Is Most at Risk?
Numerous studies over the past few months have shown that about 1 in 3 people with COVID-19 will have symptoms that last longer than the typical two weeks.
Emerging Tech
DARPA, Linux Foundation Partner to Advance 5G
A new agreement will create an open-source software ecosystem to support government technology research and development.
Cybersecurity
White House Plans Executive Action in Response to Hack Involving SolarWinds
The official leading the effort said changes are necessary to allow information sharing within the federal government.
Acquisition
GSA preps guidance for using CMMC in civilian contracts
The General Services Administration wants to get ahead on training and education materials contracting officers will need as Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification requirements become standard.
Cybersecurity
Despite Security Concerns, Online Voting Advances
Online voting is likely to become more popular as technology improves and as election officials seek ways to expand access to the ballot. But security experts warn of hacking threats.
Cybersecurity
Changes coming to federal cyber in wake of massive breach
The supply chain hack that targeted IT management software SolarWinds and other vendors will result in changes to the federal government's cybersecurity posture, according to the official charged with leading the administration's response.
Cybersecurity
Warner seeks answers from FBI, EPA on Florida water utility breach
The top lawmaker on the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence today sent a letter to the agencies asking for a clearer picture of how hackers attempted to poison a Florida community's water supply and what is being done to prevent a future attack.
Modernization
DOD Secured Fair Prices Despite Rapid Shift to Mass Telework, Audit Finds
The department also was able to reduce cybersecurity risks as it bought IT products and services in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, an inspector general report concluded.
Cybersecurity
DOJ charges three in WannaCry attacks, attempts to steal $1.3B
In addition to unsealing the charges against three North Korean hackers, the U.S. government also published indicators of compromise for a family of malicious cryptocurrency applications called "AppleJeus."
Digital Government
Consumer Product Safety Commission Employees Want to Telework at Least Twice Per Week Post-Pandemic
Commission staff and leadership report higher productivity during mass telework and more benefits than drawbacks.
Ideas
Dress Codes Can Suit Changing Ideals
Sartorial style can be wielded to challenge hierarchies and offer new political ideals in their stead.
Emerging Tech