Digital Government
U.S. Cloud Service Giants Take Action Against Russia
The largest cloud providers in the U.S. are responding to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Cybersecurity
More Than 80% of Cyberattacks Worldwide Happening in Russia or Ukraine
Cyber activity is focused heavily on eastern Europe.
Digital Government
Study: More Than Half of Women Say Their Gender is Limiting Their Tech Careers
The study suggests one of the biggest barriers for women in tech is a lack of promotion opportunities.
Defense
Biden: ‘Prepared to respond’ if Russia pursues cyberattacks against U.S.
The White House also announced sanctions that will limit Russia’s access to cutting edge technologies.
Cybersecurity
Biden: ‘Prepared to Respond’ if Russia Pursues Cyberattacks Against US
The White House also announced sanctions that will limit Russia’s access to cutting edge technologies.
Cybersecurity
Iran-Linked Hackers Conducting Operations Against Government Networks, Intel Agencies Warn
Iranian government-linked hackers may be using global circumstances to their advantage.
Policy
House Bill Would Create FTC Bureau to Oversee Online Platforms
The bill takes a different route to big tech oversight than other legislation.
Artificial Intelligence
Survey: AI ‘Mission Critical’ to 70% of Public Sector IT Decision Makers
Artificial intelligence and machine learning are far more than buzzwords in the government space.
Digital Government
Survey: 58% of Working Americans Say Their Jobs Are ‘Main Source’ of Mental Health Challenges
Nearly 90% of Americans believe being in control of their work schedules, along with performance measures, could improve burnout.
Acquisition
Oracle’s cloud can now host select top secret defense data
The company will make use of special regions to store the government’s data.
Modernization
Oracle’s Cloud Can Now Host Select Top Secret Defense Data
The company will make use of special regions to store the government’s data.
Policy
Satellite Approvals Could Be Significantly Modernized Under 2 New Bills
The bills targeting satellite licensing at the FCC are being structured in the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Emerging Tech
Biden Admin Announces $5 Billion To Fund Nationwide Electric Vehicle Charging Network
The funding comes from the $1 trillion infrastructure bill Congress passed in November.
Artificial Intelligence
Lawmakers Call for End to Government’s Use of Facial Recognition Tech
The request specifically calls out “dangers” in multiple federal agencies operating Clearview AI’s facial recognition technology.
Acquisition
Legislation to expand federal contracting opportunities reaches president’s desk
The legislation aims to improve government contracting opportunities for small businesses but could have a major impact on governmentwide procurement.
Modernization
Legislation to Expand Federal Contracting Opportunities Reaches President’s Desk
The legislation aims to improve government contracting opportunities for small businesses but could have a major impact on governmentwide procurement.
Policy
Controversial Section 230 Reform Finds More Opposition in Senate
A previous version of the bill was criticized by human rights groups and privacy advocates.
Digital Government
Study: YouTube, TikTok Track Users Most Among Social Media Platforms
Social media platforms may share more of your data than you think.
Modernization
GAO Audit Again Shines Light on Problems in VA’s Health Records Rollout
The audit found that data quality and stakeholder engagement were two key issues with the rollout.
Cybersecurity