Digital Government
First National Standards Strategy Aims to Keep U.S. Competitive in Emerging Tech
Unveiled Thursday, the strategy promotes private sector and international collaboration with federal officials as emerging technologies continue to advance.
Artificial Intelligence
White House Unveils $140M Investment for Responsible AI, Upcoming Agency Guidance
Major corporate players within the artificial intelligence development space will meet at the White House ahead of more federal guidance and investment in the technology.
Artificial Intelligence
White House to Hold ‘Frank’ Discussion With Top AI CEOs Thursday
Top administration officials, including Vice President Kamala Harris, will attend the meeting.
Artificial Intelligence
Biden Administration Examining How Companies Use AI to Surveil Employees
The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy is seeking public feedback on companies’ use of artificial intelligence and automated systems to monitor employees.
Emerging Tech
US Needs Biotechnology Investment to Avoid Playing Catch-Up in Future, Admin Official Says
OSTP Director Arati Prabhakar discussed the Biden administration’s ongoing tech priorities following a record-breaking fiscal year 2024 budget request for research and development.
Emerging Tech
Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Tackle Criminal and Terrorist Crypto Activities
The companion House and Senate bills will create an independent working group to address terrorism and illicit financing on digital platforms.
Cybersecurity
How Tax Credits Could Present Near-Term Motivation for More Secure Devices
As federal officials call for tech firms to take more responsibility for the security of their products, some members of Congress and industry voices have highlighted the potential of cyber investment tax credits as an incentive.
Digital Government
House GOP Passes Debt Ceiling Bill That Puts Tens of Thousands of Federal Jobs At Risk
Biden vows to veto the measure that would avoid a default but is coupled with steep spending cuts.
Digital Government
What Might a Second Biden Term Mean for Feds? Here’s a Look at The First
Revoking Schedule F, boosting diversity and equity, and restoring scientific integrity has been some of the Biden administration's accomplishments and goals.
Digital Government
The Low-Tech Side of Biden’s Push to Improve the ‘Life Experiences’ with Government
Agencies are approaching the White House’s mandate with an eye for getting important information and access to as many people as possible.
Emerging Tech
NIST Seeks Small Business Input for Chips Manufacturing Data and Analysis
The agency is looking for a company that can help provide data and analysis on semiconductor manufacturing equipment and facilities.
Artificial Intelligence
White House Touts Digital Training Programs to Bridge Gap in AI Procurement
Digital information technology development programs may be the key to countering traditional government procurement lags when it comes to emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, a White House official said on Tuesday.
Ideas
Regulating AI: 3 Experts Explain Why it’s Difficult to do and Important to Get Right
There is no single, simple solution to regulate artificial intelligence.
Digital Government
White House Launches Strategy to Advance Data Privacy Tech and Processes
Absent comprehensive federal law, the strategy represents a new chapter toward regulating data privacy protocols for U.S. online users.
Policy
Guiding Principles on Spyware Emphasize Human Rights, Accountability
The Summit for Democracy’s Guiding Principles aim to bring uniformity to how nations use surveillance technology.
Digital Government
White House Takes Spyware Efforts to the International Stage
The Summit for Democracy will launch and fortify several global partnerships aimed at offering some regulation for emerging tech usage.
Cybersecurity
White House Looks to Secure Space from Cyber Threats
The Office of the National Cyber Director, the National Space Council and leaders from the private sector laid out next steps to digitally secure the space ecosystem.
Artificial Intelligence
Biden Admin to Debut New Emerging Tech Policies at Summit for Democracy
The virtual conference will spotlight how to marry emerging technologies with democratic values, and the U.S. will spearhead new initiatives domestically and abroad.
Cybersecurity
Biden Admin Targets ‘Misuse’ of Spyware with New Executive Order
The White House followed through on previous promises to pursue stronger oversight of commercial spyware companies and how their products are used in the U.S.
Cybersecurity
Acting National Cyber Director Explains New Cybersecurity Strategy to Congress
Acting National Cyber Director Kemba Walden highlighted some the strategy's key elements in testimony Thursday.
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