Digital Government
Lawmakers Look to Virtual Reality for Training Feds
"It's not just a video game," says spokeswoman for New York Democrat who wrote bill creating advisory committee.
Digital Government
Will Hurd, The Most Vocal Lawmaker on Federal IT Issues, Won’t Seek Reelection
The three-term congressman plans to keep pushing on government IT issues from the private sector.
Emerging Tech
The Role States Are Playing in Expanding Broadband Access
New research offers a window into what states are doing to help get about 20 million Americans who now lack reliable, high-speed internet connected with the service.
Modernization
What To Expect From Future FITARA Scorecards
GAO’s FITARA scorecard lead offers some insight into potential additions—and subtractions—from the biannual federal IT report card.
Cybersecurity
Cisco Agrees to $8.6 Million Settlement After Selling Agencies Insecure Tech
The company’s video surveillance manager, which was used by the Pentagon, DHS, NASA and others, contained vulnerabilities that would let hackers view, modify and disable video feeds at government facilities.
Digital Government
Government’s Contract Spending Approaches $600B, Highest Since 2010
Federal contract spending increased for the third straight year.
Digital Government
Federal HR Officials: Get Rid of Most Hiring Authorities
Officials at the Homeland Security and Veterans Affairs departments said having too many avenues for hiring a federal employee causes paralysis at agencies.
Cybersecurity
You’re Probably Not Getting $125 from Equifax Claims, FTC Warns
A rapid influx of claims is already exhausting the $31 million fund for payouts.
Digital Government
White House Sees Path for Less Interference in Implementing Its Government Reorganization
Administration officials are pleased with progress so far, though most efforts are not yet implemented.
Modernization
Agencies Should Be More Transparent About Public Comments, GAO Says
By defining and disclosing how they handle commenters’ information, agencies could help combat identity fraud and other abuses, auditors said.
Cybersecurity
Three Steps Governments Can Take to Guard Against Ransomware Attacks
A federal cybersecurity agency and state government associations issued guidance Monday on protecting city, county and state governments from the growing threat of a ransomware attack.
Cybersecurity
Agencies Still Falling Short on Cyber Standards, GAO Says
Despite thousands of watchdog recommendations and a growing array of digital threats, agencies are still dropping the ball on cybersecurity, auditors found.
Modernization
Pentagon's JEDI Contract Clears Legal Hurdle But Others Remain
Oracle’s lawsuit against the Pentagon over its Joint Enterprise Defense Infrastructure contract is over, clearing the way for an award.
Artificial Intelligence
NSF Seeks Ideas for Using Artificial Intelligence to Boost the Wireless Spectrum
The agency is hosting a workshop highlighting the opportunities and challenges for artificial intelligence applications across the wireless spectrum.
Emerging Tech
The Hidden Challenges in Police Use of Facial Recognition Technology
The Orlando Police Department ended its pilot program involving facial recognition technology this month, saying the agency was unable to devote the necessary resources to the program.
Artificial Intelligence
The Government’s Artificial Intelligence Reality
Agencies are laying the foundations now for their future AI plans.
Policy
How to Choose Between the U.S. and China? It’s Not That Easy.
Caught between its security ally and its top trading partner, South Korea is trying to have it all.
Digital Government
What Internet Memes Get Wrong About Breezewood, Pennsylvania
A photo of a strip of fast-food outlets and gas stations is used to critique the sameness of the American landscape. But it could only be one place on Earth.
Policy
Republican Lawmaker Proposes Increased Funding for Energy’s DARPA
The legislation would fund the advanced research and development office for the next five years at increasing levels despite the administration's push to eliminate the office.
Modernization