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Congress Inches Closer to Creating a National Cloud for AI Research
Legislation launched in early June received new attention and support this week.
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DHS Looks to Expand Tracking of Election Interference Through Social Media
The request comes four months before Americans head to the polls.
Data
What the COVID-19 Pandemic Is Revealing to Federal Chief Data Officers
While some agencies have yet to reveal a chief data officer, others are spinning up new teams, tools and projects to address the global health crisis.
Podcasts
Critical Update: How Veterans Shaped a Coronavirus Chatbot
Chief Technology Officer Charles Worthington discusses how the agency rolled out new digital tools to help respond to the novel coronavirus pandemic.
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Senators Introduce Deepfake-Focused Amendment to Defense Authorization Act
The Deepfake Report Act would require the Homeland Security Department to study the threats posed by manipulated and synthetic media—including text.
IT Modernization
GSA Selects Three Companies for E-Marketplace Pilot
Amazon Business, Fisher Scientific and Overstock.com will test out the new approach.
Data
Space Satellite Data Reveals the Pandemic’s Effects on Earth
A new dashboard—created by NASA and international partners—enables users to see changes in air and water quality, greenhouse gases, city nightlights, economic indicators and agricultural production.
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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.
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How DHS Is Using Multicookers and Predictive Calculators Against the Coronavirus
The agency’s Science and Tech Directorate continues to focus its efforts on pandemic-fighting experiments.
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5G-Focused Legislation Aims to Improve Security in Military Telecom Infrastructure
The DoD 5G Act would direct the launch of a Defense Secretary-led telecommunications security program.
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GSA Explores Production of a Common Operating Platform for Crisis Management
The Office of Mission Assurance details the agency’s needs in a new RFI.
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Air Force Awards Anchore Phase II Contract to Advance DevSecOps
The company aims to further develop technology to scan containers for malware and viruses.
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NIH Partners with Israeli Startup to Generate Synthetic COVID-19 Data
The ultimate aim is to garner new, evidence-based insights to support the fight against the novel coronavirus.
CIO Briefing
VA, CFPB Solicit Partners to Conduct Diversity-Focused Training
Several solicitations have been launched for inclusivity-centered services in recent weeks.
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FCC Directs First 5G-Focused Universal Service Funding to Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands
Both territories’ communications infrastructures were ravaged by hurricanes in recent years.
Data
NIH Unveils Centralized Resource for COVID-19 Patient Data
Insiders hope it will “serve as the foundation for addressing future public health emergencies.”
Emerging Tech
NASA Taps Astrobotic to Deliver its Water-Searching VIPER Rover to the Moon
Insiders offered a look at what the forthcoming missions aim to accomplish.
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Energy Explores the Potential of an Artificial Intelligence Grand Challenge
The department’s new AI-focused office highlighted its intent to “push the frontiers” of AI development.
IT Modernization
FCC Proposes $225 Million Fine for Telemarketers Behind Massive Robocall Operation
The automated calls misled those who answered into thinking they were from major health insurance providers.
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