Digital Government
VA Delays Electronic Health Records Deployment Due To COVID Cases
The VA Central Ohio Healthcare System was supposed to receive a new EHR system deployment in March, but COVID spikes overwhelmed the workforce.
Modernization
VA delays EHR deployment due to COVID cases
The VA Central Ohio Healthcare System was supposed to receive a new EHR system deployment in March, but COVID spikes overwhelmed the workforce.
Digital Government
Former Homeland Security Acting Inspector General Pleads Guilty To Data Theft
Charles Edwards pleaded guilty to two federal charges of stealing government software and personnel data.
Digital Government
Missile Defense Agency Updating Parts Of IT, Cyber Operations
The Defense subagency is looking for upgrades.
Emerging Tech
NIST Seeks Members For New IoT Advisory Board
The inaugural board will advise the Internet of Things Working Group on federal policies that may influence IoT development and security.
Digital Government
Native American Advocates Discuss Barriers To Broadband Before Senate
A Senate Committee hearing focused on the digital divide in rural tribal areas, and where federal programs are falling short.
Emerging Tech
Energy Launches New Program To Overhaul the U.S. Electrical Grid
Pursuant to President Biden’s sustainable energy plans, the Department of Energy launched a new initiative to restore the country’s electrical grid through expanded access and more resilient systems.
Cybersecurity
NSA, CISA, FBI Issue Joint Advisory Against Russian Hackers Amid Growing Tensions
The warning comes as a military build-up occurs at the Russian-Ukrainian border.
Modernization
Coast Guard Completes Financial System Modernization
The Coast Guard is the latest agency to update its financial software systems as more federal agencies continue modernization efforts.
Cybersecurity
NIST Updates Cybersecurity Engineering Guidelines
Amid constant cybersecurity threats, NIST added more insight for engineers and programmers on how to mitigate system vulnerabilities.
Emerging Tech
FAA Lists 50 Airports Exempt From New 5G Rollout
These airports will have a temporary buffer zones to ensure airplane altimeters are protected, pursuant to an agreement between telecommunication companies and the government.
Emerging Tech
Transportation Secretary Pushes for Government Support for Vehicle Innovation
The Transportation secretary doubled down on the government's role in fostering a strong environment for emerging tech like electric cars and buses, automated vehicles.
Modernization
In IT Modernization And Cloud Adoption, Don’t Overlook Employee Training
Training helps keep employees up to date on the latest tech and keep them engaged, according to GSA Cloud Optimization Director Thomas Santucci.
Modernization
Army Intel Division Aiming For Wide-Reaching IT Overhaul
The Intelligence and Security Command unit published a solicitation looking for a contractor to modernize its IT infrastructure, focusing on secure network and automation capabilities.
Modernization
White House Developing Digital, Community-Oriented Health Care Service
The White House is asking for examples of digital community health programs in the U.S. and abroad.
Emerging Tech
Telecoms Agree To Delay 5G Rollout Amid Government Safety Concerns
Following the saga between telecommunications giants and multiple government agencies, the Transportation Department secured a brief delay of the nationwide 5G rollout.
Artificial Intelligence
US Army Announces New Machine Learning Tech For Burn Treatment
The Defense Department will partner with two private medical research centers to develop a portable tool for soldiers to assess burns.
Emerging Tech
Verizon, AT&T Reject Government Request for 5G Delay
Leaders at Transportation and the FAA raised concerns about 5G C-band’s interference with air travel safety, which private sector CEOs dismiss.
Artificial Intelligence
Navy Launches SCOUT To Expand AI Capabilities
The U.S. Navy’s SCOUT Experimentation aims to develop automated and emerging technologies into targeted problem areas among warfighters.
Digital Government