Emerging Tech
Government Seeks ‘Dog-Like,’ Throwable and Other Robots
Several recent notices and announcements point to agencies’ ongoing and planned use of the futuristic machines.
Digital Government
Lockheed Martin Signs Platform One Basic Ordering Agreement
The agreement allows Lockheed Martin to apply the Platform One DevSecOps environment in the defense contractor’s own software factory, according to a press release.
People
FLRA defends Trump-era rule on revoking union fees
The Federal Labor Relations Authority is defending a 2020 rule in a union lawsuit – a rule opposed by the official now temporarily in charge of the agency.
People
DOD orders leaders to address extremism
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin directs commanding officers and supervisors to hold a "stand down" discussion on extremism in the next 60 days.
Digital Government
Poll Finds Steep Drop in Satisfaction With Government in the U.S.
The Gallup survey results indicate people are unhappy with other aspects of American life as well, like the moral climate and the influence of corporations.
Digital Government
Civilian and Military Personnel Will Be Deploying to First Federally Run Vaccine Sites in Coming Days
Biden administration launches pilot program for "mega-sites" staffed primarily by federal workers to assist state and local governments.
Modernization
FERC proposes incentives for electric companies to improve cybersecurity
The new rule, proposed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, would subsidize electric companies that upgrade their cybersecurity infrastructure beyond the minimum requirements.
Digital Government
FCW Insider: Feb. 8
The latest news and analysis from FCW's reporters and editors.
Cybersecurity
House Dems look to expand TSA screeners' workplace protections
The bill would move all TSA employees into Title 5 of the U.S. Code, with pay conforming to the general schedule and collective bargaining rights.
Digital Government
Lawmakers Move to Push Forward Privacy-Enhancing Tech
The Promoting Digital Privacy Technologies Act would drive research into tools that can help protect personal data.
Cybersecurity
FTC Approves Settlement with Travel Company that Exposed Database of Customers’ Information
The agency ordered SkyMed International to shore up its information security practices.
Digital Government
Pentagon Leaders Discuss Challenges of Moving Data To and From the Tactical Edge
Officials described their goals as they begin implementing the DOD’s enterprisewide data strategy.
Emerging Tech
FEMA’s Acquisition Office Aims to Embrace More Bots and Automation
A recently released matrix highlights a few RPA-driven improvements the agency might pursue.
Cybersecurity
NIST offers tools to defend against nation state cyber threats
The National Institute of Standards and Technology cites a 2018 hack of a Navy contractor as inspiration for a new publication on cyber defense, but security analysts say the tools are just as relevant to SolarWinds Orion.
Ideas
How Forward-Thinking Investments Will Build the Future of Digital Government
To succeed, governments must create long-term integrated plans that encompass enterprise architecture, funding and policy support.
Cybersecurity
Sen. Peters takes over HSGAC
The Senate Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committee will be faced with oversight responsibilities over the SolarWinds hack, the federal government's response to the pandemic and with legislation to implement the Biden administration's priorities for the federal workforce.
Digital Government
FCW Insider: Feb. 5
The latest news and analysis from FCW's reporters and editors.
Digital Government