Emerging Tech
Army-Built Quantum Sensor Can Detect Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Other Signals
The device can sample the complete radio spectrum—and fits into the Army’s vision for high-tech modernization.
Emerging Tech
Air Force, Korean Partners Unveil Plan to Co-Fund ‘Breakthrough’ Quantum Research
The aim is to promote international collaboration and push forward new and needed technological developments.
Emerging Tech
Inside the Air Force Research Laboratory’s Contemporary Quantum Pursuits
The early quantum adopter is making strategic moves to develop on-the-rise capabilities—and manage the hype around them.
Ideas
The Year Ahead: 3 Predictions From the ‘Father of the Internet’ Vint Cerf
With the first doses of a COVID-19 vaccine being administered, a return to normal feels within reach but normal will change.
Artificial Intelligence
GSA Releases Draft of New Government IT Services Contract Polaris
The draft request for proposals focuses on IT services and emerging technology offerings from three classes of small business.
Emerging Tech
Two Years into the Government’s National Quantum Initiative
An Office of Science and Technology Policy official offered a look back on what’s unfolded—and a glimpse into what’s to come.
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Is Now the Time to Start Protecting Government Data from Quantum Hacking?
The key to creating quantum-resistant encryption is to get away from the core strength of computers, according to one expert.
Ideas
Will Quantum Computing Supercharge Artificial Intelligence?
Imagine if we could simply train an AI to look at the data coming from the quantum machine, figure out what makes sense and what is probably wrong without human intervention.
Emerging Tech
NIST-Supported Quantum Consortium Launches Committee on National Security
The group will explore the on-the-rise technology’s implications within the crucial defense-driven realm.
Artificial Intelligence
White House Strategy Names 20 Emerging Technologies Crucial to National Security
As part of the strategy, the administration is encouraging government agencies to research, develop and buy more emerging technologies.
Emerging Tech
White House Launches Single Site for the Government’s Quantum-Focused Activities
It accompanies the release of a new report highlighting key areas to focus quantum research.
Artificial Intelligence
CIA’s New Innovation Lab Could Mean Big Paydays for Federal Scientists
The agency is investing in cutting-edge technology and offering officials a chance to profit off their developments.
Emerging Tech
House Bill Proposes Millions to Build U.S. Quantum Network Infrastructure
The legislation would establish an Energy Department-led “research, development and demonstration program.”
Emerging Tech
Steering Committee Named for NIST’s Quantum-Focused, Public-Private Consortium
The announcement also follows the group’s establishment of a new, more formal membership structure.
Artificial Intelligence
Bipartisan Bill Calls for Government-Led Studies Into Emerging Tech Impacts
The ultimate aim is to boost Congress’ understanding of AI, quantum computing, blockchain and internet of things—and more.
Ideas
Why Five New National Quantum Information Science Centers Are a Huge Deal
Through quantum computers, we’ll tackle some of the world’s greatest challenges, explain Energy Department's Paul Dabbar and IBM Research's Darío Gil.
Emerging Tech
Air Force to Craft a Quantum Information Science Strategy—and Wants Help
The service is on the lookout for a contractor with a proven track record in the quantum development space.
Artificial Intelligence
What the Rest of Government Should Watch When the Defense Authorization Bill Goes to Conference
Overhauling FedRAMP is just one of a list of ways the NDAA could affect civilian government tech.
Emerging Tech
White House, NSF Launch Partnership to Boost K-12 Access to Quantum Education
Founding members from industry weighed in on how they aim to contribute.
Emerging Tech