Emerging Tech
DHS Wants to Know What the Public Thinks About Using Drones During Emergencies
A forthcoming survey will ask people about their knowledge of unmanned aerial systems and how they are used, and their opinions on the ethical implications.
Emerging Tech
Federal Researchers Create 'Second Skin' to Shield Against Biological Threats
The material shields wearers from chemical and biological agents and could pave the way to smart uniforms for troops and first responders.
Emerging Tech
Above-Average Hurricane Season Could Further Challenge Government's Pandemic Response
Technology may be key in ensuring the government responds to disasters on multiple fronts, a retired U.S. Army General said.
Emerging Tech
NIST Launches Innovation Contests in IoT, Augmented Reality to Boost Emergency Response
Potential contestants must register and submit their concepts by May 6.
Ideas
How Companies, Governments and People Rise to the Conoravirus Challenge
Here are some good examples, both big and small, that make the world a little brighter while we combat coronavirus.
Modernization
FCC Grants T-Mobile Extra Spectrum During COVID-19 Outbreak
The maneuver is the latest to keep Americans connected.
Emerging Tech
Senate Advances Legislation to Preserve T-Band Spectrum for Emergency Personnel
Experts agree that Congress must reverse a rule to protect the crucial band set aside specifically for first responders in dense cities.
Emerging Tech
DARPA Wants Smart Suits to Protect Against Biological Attacks
A new program aims to usher in a modern military ensemble that can provide 100% survival against lethal exposure from multiple chemical and biological agents.
Cybersecurity
Ohio Establishes ‘Cyber Reserve’ to Combat Ransomware
The civilian unit of the National Guard will be on call to assist local governments that come under cyberattack.
Emerging Tech
Device Offers a Way to Communicate During Disasters
A new tool called “Panacea’s Cloud” could give first responders a way to communicate during a natural or human-made disaster when devices such as cell phones may not work.
Digital Government
NIST Wants Help Investigating Deaths Caused by Hurricane Maria
The agency is specifically interested in how building failures contributed to the fatalities.
Emerging Tech
DHS Launches Smart City Sensor Pilot in St. Louis
The outcomes could inform the city’s future procurement decisions.
Modernization
Facebook Expands Tool That Lets Local Governments Send Alerts
The system will offer authorities a way to send targeted notifications about emergencies and other issues to residents.
Modernization
CISA Awards GDIT a $325 Million Emergency Communications Contract
Under the contract, the company will support the systems federal leaders and others use to coordinate responses to during natural disasters, acts of terrorism and other crises.
Artificial Intelligence
Pentagon’s AI Center is Developing Tech that Could Revolutionize Disaster Response
It’s another example of federal automation at work.
Policy
GAO: Don’t Boot Emergency Personnel from T-Band Spectrum
First responders don’t have an easy replacement.
Emerging Tech
DARPA Wants Tools to Reimagine Underground Worlds in 3D
The agency is looking for commercial tech to map subterranean environments.
Emerging Tech
Virtual Reality Could Make Disaster Response Training More Effective
In early tests of its augmented reality training software, a Texas-based startup made first responders perform faster and more accurately.
Policy
A Message to FEMA: Respond to Disasters Differently
Providing money to states faster after disasters, and offering funds before they strike, would make communities safer, governors said.
Digital Government
Next-Gen Weather Satellite Operational Over Western U.S.
GOES-17 is operational and monitoring weather in the Pacific and western United States.
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