Cybersecurity
Not Even Being Hacked Can Get Americans to Change Their Crappy Passwords
They just can’t be bothered.
Modernization
Video: WhatsApp Features You Might Not Know About
There's more to this messaging app than just strong encryption.
Modernization
FTC Has Issues with How Advertisers Track You Across Your Devices
Cross-device tracking could cause sensitive ads to show up on your work computer based on your searches at home.
Modernization
IBM's $62M Army Private Cloud Contract is About Ditching Legacy Systems
As part of the Army Private Cloud Enterprise program, IBM will build an IT infrastructure at the Army’s Redstone Arsenal near Huntsville, Alabama.
Modernization
Navy closes in on NGEN recompete
The Navy's Enterprise Networks Program Office will release draft RFP's in the coming months to solicit industry feedback on recompeting the multibillion Next Generation Enterprise Networks contract, expiring next year.
Ideas
Why Relying on Cellphones is a Terrible Idea in a Crisis
First responders don’t have magic cellphones that work during emergencies. Neither do homeland security or other federal agents.
Digital Government
Thousands Use Bots to Track Trump Administration
Users have set up automated alerts on the intricate mechanics of government.
Cybersecurity
Update Every Apple Device You Have As Soon as Possible
Eliminate some newly discovered vulnerabilities.
Modernization
Klopp stays on board as SSA CIO for now
The Trump administration has asked SSA CIO Rob Klopp to remain in his role to provide continuity as his agency continues modernization projects and agile adoption.
Modernization
Samsung Finally Explained What Caused Galaxy Note 7 Explosions
The company claims engineering—not mismanagement—was to blame.
Modernization
State of federal IT report charts needs in cyber, workforce
A weighty report from the CIO Council takes a sweeping view of the challenges facing the federal IT community.
Cybersecurity
High-Tech Features That Make Passports Secure
The flimsy pages and patriotic designs betray just how many security measures are hidden inside.
Modernization
Donald Trump Might Only Have 360,000 Active Twitter Followers
His tweets make headlines every day, but who's really reading them?
Digital Government
US Soldiers Will Be Armed With Machine Translators to Kill Communication Woes
Communication is critical in most professions, but in some, clear verbal exchanges can mean the difference between life and death.
Ideas
How Should Agencies Address the Big Data Opportunity?
Even with aging infrastructure and tight budgets, agencies can take advantage of the growing amount of information available.
Cybersecurity
Commerce Nominee Endorses Cyber Push, Modernizing Government Tech
Billionaire investor Wilbur Ross also praised the security benefits of cloud computing.
Modernization
Microsoft Gets Big Cloud Win in Defense Department
A provisional authorization means military customers and DOD agencies can use Microsoft’s cloud for compute, storing, networking and database services.
Modernization
