Cybersecurity
FAA to test anti-drone technologies
The Federal Aviation Administration will test commercial drone detection and mitigation systems in real-world civilian airport settings.
Cybersecurity
Senate's latest Russia report backs new rules for cyber vendors
Federal investigators may need new authorities to probe cybersecurity breaches in sensitive non-governmental networks, according to the declassified version of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence's report on foreign interference in the 2016 election.
Digital Government
CBP seeks more data on small packages
Customs and Border Protection modified tariff rules to get more data on small packages that can bring in bogus medical supplies.
Cybersecurity
Two Chinese Nationals Indicted for Stealing Trade Secrets, Coronavirus Research
Federal prosecutors allege the pair hacked into corporations and research institutions on behalf of the Chinese government.
Artificial Intelligence
One City Rejected a Policing Algorithm. Could It Be Used For Other Purposes?
In Pittsburgh, an algorithm that deployed law enforcement officers to predicted crime “hot spots” might be repurposed to send social services to areas in need instead.
Ideas
Facial Recognition Is Here But We Have No Laws
Without legal safeguards, this technology will undermine democratic values and fundamental rights.
Digital Government
Coronavirus Fraudsters Keep Prosecutors Busy
State AGs track millions in false loan and unemployment claims.
Emerging Tech
Bill Calls for Federally Funded Research on Police Use of Force and Facial Recognition
The legislation would authorize millions to underpin the efforts it mandates.
Cybersecurity
Why pay attention to indictments of foreign hackers?
While critics say "name and shame" indictments are largely toothless, a top DOJ official said they also help send an important message to victims.
Emerging Tech
Police Ties to Ring Home Surveillance Come Under Scrutiny
Many law enforcement agencies have been adopting a less sophisticated system of camera registries based on information volunteered by residents.
Emerging Tech
Justice Gets 15 Guilty Pleas for International Crime Ring that Laundered Money Through Cryptocurrency Exchanges
The case demonstrates law enforcement could be up to the challenge of tackling the anonymity tool, one expert says.
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
Senator Questions How Clearview AI’s Facial Recognition Tech is Put to Use on Protesters
Sen. Ed Markey sent his latest letter to the company this week.
Emerging Tech
Policing Reform Bill Would Prohibit Embedding Facial Recognition in Body Cameras
The Justice in Policing Act contains several restrictions on the use of facial biometric technologies for federal, state and local law enforcement.
Cybersecurity
DOJ Says Foreign Actors Trying to Fuel Violence at Protests Through Misinformation
The nation’s chief law enforcement official said adversaries are using digital means to increase unrest in the United States.
Digital Government
See What the Federal Response to D.C. Protests Looks Like
The officers reportedly volunteered for the assignment and received training to deescalate tensions.
Emerging Tech
ICE Outlines How Investigators Rely on Third-Party Facial Recognition Services
In a newly released impact assessment, the immigration enforcement agency details its use of facial biometrics and the privacy implications involved.
Emerging Tech
Did That Drone Just Tell Us to Stay 6 Feet Apart?
At least 40 law enforcement agencies across the country have used drones in the past few months for coronavirus-related purposes.
Cybersecurity
How COVID-19 is changing the game on ransomware
More money is needed to tackle the problem, especially as states deal with an unprecedented economic crisis caused by the pandemic. It's unclear whether Congress will foot the bill.
Emerging Tech