Emerging Tech
Electronics Are About to Reach Their Limit in Processing Power—But There’s a Solution
How to bypass Moore's Law
Modernization
Giving COTS the consideration it deserves
Certain government missions require custom-designed IT systems, but agencies need not reinvent the wheel.
Modernization
Lawmakers Face Big Fines for Livestreaming
A resolution in the House rules package adds punishment for members who broadcast from the chamber floor.
Modernization
Everything You Need to Know About CES 2017 in Under 2 Minutes
The first reveals at CES can set the tone for technology released throughout the rest of the year.
Modernization
GSA Wants Disruptive Tech for Shared Services
“This is an important step toward understanding how we can change the way government does business internally," according to one official.
Cybersecurity
10 Easy Encryption Tips for Warding Off Hackers, US Government—and Russia
But adopting concrete cybersecurity habits is more involved than ticking off a quick checklist.
Modernization
Corporate Giants like Apple and Alphabet Sucked the Life out of Tech in 2016—But They Won’t Last Forever
Technology concentrates power.
Modernization
Buggy software update crashes CBP airport systems
Stalled Customs and Border Protection international traveler processing systems at major U.S. airports are back online after a four-hour outage on Jan. 2.
Digital Government
Pentagon Wants Power Scavenger to Recharge Troops' Batteries
The device would need to be lightweight and wearable.
Ideas
Public Sector IT Trends for 2017
Not surprising, 2016 was a big year for cybersecurity at the state and federal level.
Cybersecurity
Amazon Has a Plan to Defend Drones From Hackers and Bow-and-Arrow-Wielding Troublemakers
The company will have to be ready to tackle all sorts of hijack scenarios.
Cybersecurity
West Africa Now Has Own Blockchain-Enabled Digital Currency
It’s another opportunity for financial technology to help emerging markets leapfrog traditional banking systems and bring financial inclusion to more people.
Modernization
FTC: Your Holiday Shopping Apps Might Be Fake
The agency warned consumers to watch out for fraudsters seeking credit card information.
Modernization
Here Are the Apps Most Citizens Think Would Help Vets
Career development apps were high on the list.
Modernization
Tracking Federal Regulations? Use Your Smartphone
A new app lets users navigate federal regulations.
Modernization
DHS to discuss emergency radio jamming threat
The Science and Technology Directorate announced plans for the 2017 First Responder Electronic Jamming Exercise.
Modernization
Email management deadline looms
Agencies have until Dec. 31 to manage their email records in electronic format, and abandon antiquated print-to-file methods. Not all of them are going to make it.
Emerging Tech