Modernization

Can agencies seize the moment for modernization?

There is "incredible alignment" in support of IT modernization, officials say, but better planning is needed to take full advantage.

Modernization

Cutting Regulations Could Entice 5G Network Investment, says FCC Commissioner

Nationwide high-speed internet promises many benefits but still relies on private companies to foot the infrastructure bill.

Cybersecurity

Google Introduces New Bug Bounty

Cash is waiting for hackers who can find any flaws in these Android apps.

Digital Government

What One Tech-Focused Lawmaker Says Stands in the Way of Modernization

Rep. Gerry Connolly renewed his call for the federal chief information officer and chief technology officer positions to be filled.

Modernization

Little progress on IT governance, says NASA IG

An oversight body found little change in IT governance at NASA four years after a critical report and wonders if the space agency can effectively oversee its IT assets.

Digital Government

Mash Up Library of Congress Data, Maybe Win $5,000

The Library of Congress launched a new data competition searching for new ways to use legislative data sets from Congress.gov.

Digital Government

Don’t Bet Against the Baltimore-Washington Area in Amazon’s HQ2 Search

The region put in multiple bids: one from D.C., one from Baltimore and a joint proposal from two Northern Virginia counties.

Modernization

The White House IT report sounds good, but funding is still needed

To truly transform federal IT, agencies will need more than just reallocated resources.

Modernization

Apple Responds to Face ID Controversy

The tech giant has a lot of questions to answer.

Modernization

Graves: When MGT passes, modernization plans are ready

With the expected passage and funding of the MGT Act, Graves said that funneling resources to address the greatest vulnerabilities is the overarching goal.

Modernization

Microsoft Cloud Can Now Host Classified Pentagon Data

The Defense Department will be able to send data that requires a secret-level security clearance to view to the company’s cloud.

Modernization

IRS pushes back on data protection criticisms

Officials cite lower rates of fraudulent tax returns as a mark of improving taxpayer security, but external hacks and internal reviews demonstrate the agency still faces challenges.

Cybersecurity

Why the Russia Fake News Scandal Hasn’t Touched Snapchat

Snapchat is deliberately much stricter than other social media companies about which news outlets it partners with.

Modernization

Twitter's Harassment Problem Is Baked Into Its Design

Many women recently boycotted the social network, protesting its failure as a public sphere where all voices are welcome.

Cybersecurity

The KRACK Security Flaw Affects Everyone. Yes, Even You.

All devices connected to Wi-Fi are vulnerable, a security researcher says.

Modernization

FirstNet Seeks Disaster Response Apps

Developers can submit their emergency response-themed apps for review for the networks' app store.