Modernization
DHS pushes toward data center consolidation
The Department of Homeland Security is closing in on a final solicitation for the management of its Mississippi data center, with an eye to supporting cloud and hybrid IT operations.
Ideas
Ransomware Criminals Are Targeting U.S. Universities
The schools are attractive targets because of weak cybersecurity measures and medical research data.
Modernization
Can government get to zero trust?
Today's hybrid infrastructures and highly mobile workforces need the protection zero trust security can provide. Too bad there are obstacles at almost every turn.
Cybersecurity
Tech-centric border security bypassed to push wall construction
Both technology- and personnel-driven efforts have been given short shrift as border agencies focused on wall construction, an inspector general study found.
Digital Government
FCW Insider: July 20
The latest news and analysis from FCW's reporters and editors.
Ideas
Research on Voting by Mail Says It's Safe – from Fraud and Disease
It can inspire public confidence in the voting process, if done properly.
Digital Government
Out of View: After Public Outcry, CDC Adds Hospital Data Back to Its Website — for Now
Dr. Joseph Varon, center, visits with Dorothy Webb, left, and her daughter, Tammie, while making his rounds inside the Coronavirus Unit at United Memorial Medical Center in July
Cybersecurity
Congressman Aims to Boost CISA’s Cyber Workforce with NDAA Amendments
The proposals are culled from recommendations of the Cyberspace Solarium Commission.
Emerging Tech
Bipartisan Bill Would Require Passenger Temperature Checks at TSA Checkpoints
Lawmakers aim to spur a fever-finding pilot program to measure the impacts.
Ideas
Preventing Cyberattacks in Government Supply Chains
Stolen credentials remain the No. 1 hacking tactic used by malicious actors to gain access to “secure” networks and wreak havoc within organizations—and potentially up the supply chain.
Cybersecurity
Wednesday’s Hack Shows that The Whole World Is in Your Twitter DMs
We treat direct messages on Twitter as private conversations. Last night’s hack shows that isn’t the case.
Artificial Intelligence
One City Rejected a Policing Algorithm. Could It Be Used For Other Purposes?
In Pittsburgh, an algorithm that deployed law enforcement officers to predicted crime “hot spots” might be repurposed to send social services to areas in need instead.
Modernization
Lawmakers Push to Make Telehealth Options Permanent
Early data shows patients quickly embraced telemedicine options agencies expanded during the coronavirus pandemic.
People
Sen. Peters: Agencies should publicly share reopening plans
The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee's ranking Democrat joins union officials and House lawmakers in asking for transparency.
Digital Government
Bill Would Push State Department to Clear Passport Backlog
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the backlog of Americans waiting for passports has ballooned to at least 1.4 million people.
Emerging Tech
NASA Wants Feedback on Liability Issues with Sending Private Astronauts to Space
The space agency is seeking additional feedback on the insurance and accountability issues that accompany bringing commercial astronauts to the International Space Station.
People
Virginia issues first statewide safety standards to address COVID in the workplace
Governor says new rules are response to OSHA's alleged lack of action.
People