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Cybersecurity
GAO: Defense Department Isn’t Doing Enough to Protect Sensitive Information
Federal cybersecurity has been on the Government Accountability Office’s High Risk list since 1997.
News
DHS Disinformation Board ‘Paused’ After Criticism, Chief Resigns
The official tapped to lead the board resigned Wednesday.
Emerging Tech
Energy Department Provides $53 Million in Funding for Climate Change Tech
The funding will support projects in 38 states.
Cybersecurity
Legislation Promoting Cyber Collaboration Between DHS and States Awaits Biden Signature
The legislation would improve information sharing between federal cybersecurity authorities and state and local governments.
Emerging Tech
What We Learned from Congress’ First Open UFO Hearing in 50 Years
A House hearing Tuesday discussed everything from extraterrestrials to advanced technology potentially developed by other nations.
News
FBI Announces New Intelligence Directorate Chief
Tonya Ugoretz formerly held the role of assistant director of the FBI’s cyber division.
News
Federal Trade Commissioner Sworn in, Giving Dems Voting Majority
Privacy expert Alvaro Bedoya’s new term will run through Sept. 25, 2026.
IT Modernization
GSA Selects 6 Innovative Building Technologies in Push To Net-Zero Carbon
Electric vehicle charging technology is among the selections.
IT Modernization
Energy Seeks Input on Power Grid Modernization, Expansion
The Energy Department continues taking action on investments through President Joe Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Cybersecurity
Survey: Most Agencies Expect to Meet Zero Trust Requirements
More than half of federal IT professionals surveyed are actively implementing a zero trust strategy.
Policy
U.S. Spy Chief Reiterates ‘Overclassification’ Concerns
Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines testified Tuesday before the Senate.
Cybersecurity
Survey: 93% of Americans Fear Cyber Warfare Against U.S.
A consumer survey suggests Americans are taking some steps to prepare for possible cyber warfare.
Policy
Republicans Continue Ripping Homeland Security’s Disinformation Board
The board has been under scrutiny since its unveiling.
Policy
6 in 10 Americans Would Quit Current Job for Remote Position
Work-life balance is increasingly important for today’s post-pandemic workforce.
Cybersecurity
Report: Cybersecurity Workforce Needs to Grow by Two-Thirds to Protect Assets
A report puts numbers to a perceived shortage of cyber talent worldwide.
Policy
Senator Calls on Biden to Fill OSTP Leadership Role
The Biden Administration has not put forth a nominee for the Cabinet level position.
IT Modernization
Three Ways the Future of Work Must Change for Federal Employees
Federal officials and industry experts offered insights on what federal workplaces of the future need to look like.
Policy
Cryptocurrency Legislation Would Empower Commodity Futures Trading Commission
The bipartisan bill introduces more government oversight in crypto markets.
IT Modernization
GDIT Awarded Major EPA Modernization Effort
The task order is valued at more than $660 million.
Emerging Tech