Cybersecurity
Mismatched IT made family separation crisis worse, watchdog says
A report from the Department of Homeland Security inspector general said that many agency components mismanaged the implementation of a "zero tolerance" policy at the border, and mismatched and incompatible IT exacerbated problems.
Artificial Intelligence
Will Google’s “Smart Compose” Create Inboxes Full of Gmail-Speak?
The feature has proved divisive since its launch.
Modernization
Get ready for a 'text' from POTUS
FEMA and the FCC are teaming up to test an emergency alert system that includes a presidential message sent to wireless phones.
Cybersecurity
SSA nominee 'scared to death' of legacy IT systems
Andrew Saul, President Trump's pick to head the Social Security Administration, plans to make IT modernization, data sharing and cybersecurity top priorities.
Digital Government
DHS says teamwork is improving election security
DHS chief Kirstjen Nielsen said her agency, the intel community and states are taking steps to make sure they're working out of the same playbook for securing the November elections.
Artificial Intelligence
The Coders Programming Themselves Out of a Job
When workers automate their own duties, who should reap the benefits?
Cybersecurity
DHS Secretary: No Sign China’s Trying to Hack Midterm Vote
The statement comes after President Trump warned of a Chinese election influence effort.
Acquisition
Steve's peeve about a common contracting phrase
When it comes to discussion of government contracts, Steve Kelman contends that "the L word" comes up far too often.
Digital Government
FCW Insider: Oct. 2
Top stories, quick hits and more from FCW's reporters and editors.
Cybersecurity
FBI Director Implores Corporate Boards to Join Cyber Fight
Companies should amp up protections and be wary of deals that expose U.S. intellectual property, FBI Director Chris Wray says.
Emerging Tech
How to Remove Your Phone Number From Facebook
The social media giant does allow you to do this.
Modernization
Meet the Marines' new CIO
Brig. Gen. Lorna Mahlock talks about how the service is looking to gain technical advantage.
Modernization
12 Companies Tapped For Phase II of Agriculture’s Centers of Excellence Journey
The real work begins as a dozen companies sign on to implement the modernization strategies developed in the first phase of the program.
Modernization
Defense Agencies Want a Help Desk Vendor That’s Just the Right Size
The new back-office support services will be split into virtualized and on-premise help desks.
Digital Government
Nextgov Names James Hanson as Publisher
Hanson will be Nextgov’s first publisher, and will lead business development, product planning and client relations.
Cybersecurity
That Sign Telling You How Fast You’re Driving May Be Spying On You
These common roadside devices could be capturing your license plate data.
Digital Government
The First Two Questions to Ask When Your Team Is Struggling
Problems can arise as teams grow and change.
Digital Government