Modernization
GAO warns on cyber risks to power grid
The country's electrical systems are increasingly susceptible to cyberattacks, according to government auditors, and there is uncertainty about the extent to which a localized attack might cascade through power distribution systems.
Ideas
Why Can't the IRS Just Send Americans a Refund – or a Bill?
At least 30 countries permit return-free filing, including Denmark, Sweden, Spain and the United Kingdom.
Modernization
IRS Offers First Look at $2.6B Contract Touching All Its IT Systems
The new Enterprise Development, Operations Services contract will include developing new systems and improving the efficiency of existing applications.
Modernization
Does DOD have the leadership it needs on electromagnetic spectrum strategy?
Joseph Kirschbaum, the director of defense capabilities and management, for the Government Accountability Office, told Congress that having leadership buy-in is the difference between a successful strategy and a failed one.
Modernization
How One State Will Work With the Feds On a Major Tech Overhaul
Wisconsin has turned to a federal team of tech experts as the state seeks to revamp its antiquated unemployment computer system.
Modernization
For State's COVID Contact Tracing Apps, Privacy Tops Utility
More than 28 million people in the United States have downloaded the mobile apps or activated exposure notifications on their smartphones
Digital Government
VA Electronic Health Records Program Delayed Up to 12 Weeks For ‘Strategic Review’
House committee leadership plans to hold a hearing in April on the program and strategic review process.
Modernization
DISA’s Infrastructure as Code Partnerships Aim to Speed Up Defense Cloud Adoption
Microsoft and Amazon Web Services are working to create preconfigured templates for defense agencies.
Modernization
VA plans 'strategic review' of $16B software program
New Veterans Affairs chief Denis McDonough announced a "strategic review" of the agency's Electronic Health Record Modernization program of up to 12 weeks.
Emerging Tech
FDA Approves VA-Made 3D-Printed Hearing Device for South Carolina Veteran
It’s rooted in the patient’s unique idea to use a drinking straw to open up his hearing pathway.
Digital Government
GAO: Agencies Need to Plan Better, Pay More and Deal with Harassment and Diversity Issues Among Tech Workforce
A new report and testimony from the Government Accountability Office re-ups past work to identify problems hiring and retaining a skilled federal science and technology workforce.
Ideas
Commercial Cloud Outages Are a Wake-Up Call
As cloud computing’s versatility gives it the potential to become the easily identifiable “central nodes” of America’s economy, these policies are needed to ensure resilience.
Cybersecurity
Official: Executive Order to Address Cloud Security Through Procurement
Lawmakers question why basic security features are not already the default.
Digital Government
Pentagon Wants a Commercial Electronic Health Record System for Animal Servicemembers
The Defense Health Agency is looking for a cloud-based veterinary EHR to replace its government-built system.
Emerging Tech
Republicans Put Forth Two Quantum Computing Bills
A coalition of companies also expressed support.
Modernization
TMF Board Announces New Award One Day After $1B Cash Infusion
The Labor Department snagged $9.6 million to improve its data management infrastructure.
Modernization
Pentagon needs AI at every leadership level, panel recommends
Robert Work, vice chairman of the National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence, called for DOD to implement a "top-down leadership" approach "to push integration of AI throughout the force."
Ideas
It's Not Just a Social Media Problem – How Search Engines Spread Misinformation
Search engines learn to serve you what you and others have clicked on before.
Policy
Pandemic Drives Phone, Computer ‘Right-to-Repair’ Bills
The pandemic has made living without a computer harder than ever.
Emerging Tech