Modernization
DoD seeks ideas on mobile phones of the future
The government no longer drives the market for secure telecom because mobility is advancing faster than government procurement cycles.
Modernization
The cybersecurity framework and you
Deconstructing the tools that have emerged from Obama's executive order on securing critical infrastructure.
Modernization
Canceled procurement, gaps in VOIP, virtual currencies and the future of the Net
News and notes from around the federal IT community.
Modernization
DARPA seeks online news provider
The proposed agency newsletter will serve an audience of about 120 DARPA personnel.
Modernization
Program management: The importance of architecture
Integrating a comprehensive business architecture into an IT program's technical architecture can reduce risk and save time and money.
Cybersecurity
Government Privacy Board Endorses NSA's Internet Spying
The surveillance is legal and effective, according to the panel.
Emerging Tech
Winner of Silk Road Bitcoin Auction Reveals His Identity
Tim Draper has invested in Skype, Hotmail, Tesla, Baidu, Theranos, Athenahealth, Solar City, and Box.
Modernization
Social Security plans pivot to agile
SSA is in the midst of migrating its data operations to a 300,000 square foot facility that is still under construction.
Digital Government
Which World Leader Craves the Most Attention on Social Media?
Obama has the most followers, but Pope Francis gets the most engagement.
Modernization
DOT seeks ideas on certifying connected vehicles
Better communication could help prevent crashes, improve traffic flow and share information on weather and road conditions.
Digital Government
Oracle Protests $427 Million DISA Cloud Storage Contract
The pre-award protest is for the Enterprise Storage Services II, currently held by VION Corp.
Ideas
Why the Hybrid Cloud Is on the Federal Horizon
Here are a few tenets that should be a part of any hybrid cloud solution.
Digital Government
What an Empowered CIO Can Bring to the Cloud-Savings Table
How a debate in Congress could play out at agencies.
Modernization
Disruptive defense tech, IC transparency, GSA's newest BPAs and a $427M bid protest
News and notes from around the federal IT community.
Modernization
Google’s Latest Empire-Building Tactic: Cheap Phones
The company announced its AndroidOne initiative that will allow makers of cheap smartphones produce them more quickly.
Digital Government
How Close is the Government Really to Broad Cloud Adoption?
Federal cloud use is beginning to show signs of wider implementation.
Modernization
Tech Industry Nervous Others Will Suffer Aereo's Fate
The Supreme Court ruling creates legal uncertainty around cloud computing.
Modernization
The Long-Awaited Switch to Android-First App Development Hasn’t Happened Yet
Most promising app startups with venture capital investments are either building apps for iOS and Android simultaneously or are still iOS-only.
Cybersecurity
US and Germany Face Off on Soccer and Spying
Internet governance was on the agenda at Thursday’s bilateral cyber meeting.
Modernization