Policy
New York’s Ejection of Amazon Is the Start of a Movement
NYC lawmakers who led a resistance campaign against HQ2 are declaring victory. And already, they have plans to escalate their opposition to tax incentives.
Cybersecurity
DHS official: no evidence federal domains hijacked in global DNS campaign
A two-year campaign that prompted the Department of Homeland Security to issue its first-ever emergency directive to agencies to shore up cyber defenses appears in part to have been an attempt to spy on U.S. government internet traffic.
Artificial Intelligence
The Pentagon Thinks AI Could Help Troops Telepathically Control Machines
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency is looking to build artificial intelligence into neural interfaces to let humans control machines with their thoughts.
Emerging Tech
Space Exploration, Radicalization and Other R&D Highlights in the Spending Bill
Here are some of the interesting projects Congress funded at civilian agencies.
Modernization
Here’s What Technology Modernization Fund Dollars Are Doing Now
Three projects have awarded contracts so far and two have already spent a combined $6 million to date.
Modernization
Are DOD CIOs on the endangered species list?
The Section 809 report offers an opportunity to reflect on the future of federal agency tech leaders, but reports on the impending demise of CIOs at DOD may be exaggerated.
Digital Government
TMF funds being spent slowly
Although the Technology Modernization Fund recently named a seventh awardee, agencies are being deliberate in investing those dollars.
Digital Government
Trump signs bill to fund government for FY19
The move, which came hours after a lengthy Rose Garden speech on border concerns, averts a second shutdown that loomed at midnight Friday.
Digital Government
FCW Insider: Feb. 15
The latest news, analysis and other updates from FCW's reporters and editors.
Modernization
TMF gets $25 million in final budget agreement
The budget agreement to keep government open includes $25 million for the Technology Modernization Fund.
Digital Government
FCW Insider - ALERT
Congress voted to pass a bill to complete government funding for fiscal 2019. If President Trump signs the bill, as he has said he would, it averts a government shutdown Friday Feb. 15 at midnight.
Cybersecurity
DHS ‘Doubling Down’ on Election Security Heading Into 2020
Under Congress’ budget deal, the Homeland Security Department will receive $33 million to combat foreign influence campaigns and defend election security in fiscal 2019.
Emerging Tech
FAA Wants to Protect First Responders from Drone Bombs
Under a new ruling, law enforcement officers would be able to identify drones from afar.
Modernization
Online Health Applications Increased 50 Percent After VA.gov Relaunch
The newly redesigned homepage makes it easier for vets to use self-service tools, which will save the government money, according to the agency’s digital services chief.
Cybersecurity
Cyber Command looks to expand
U.S. Cyber Commander Gen. Paul Nakasone said that with the current state of threats, he expects the cyber mission force to expand beyond 133 teams.
Cybersecurity
CISA says it's ramping up election security efforts for 2020
DHS' cyber chief pushed back on media reports that it was drawing down personnel and resources from efforts to combat foreign interference with U.S. elections.
Digital Government
Latest Spending Deal Includes Almost $20 Billion for IT Programs
The spending bills include multimillion-dollar agency projects and governmentwide funding sources for IT modernization and cybersecurity.
Modernization