GSA's plans for modernizing IT infrastructure
The General Services Administration is leading IT modernization efforts by building out Centers of Excellence and administering the Technology Modernization Fund.
Federal agencies move on mobile-friendly websites
With more than 40 percent of traffic to federal websites coming from mobile users, agencies must ensure their citizen-facing mobile websites are as friendly as the desktop versions.
Controlling cross-border traffic without sacrificing security
Combining data analytics with machine learning can help border security agencies ensure safe passage across land, air and sea.
DOD's growing interest in quantum and blockchain
The Marine Corps and U.S. Cyber Command are both exploring how quantum computing and blockchain could transform their business practices.
These Local Public Sector Workers Are Scarce and in High Demand
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Denver mayor’s video apology; Utah lawmaker proposes ‘safe on red’ bill; New Mexico’s rape-kit backlog; and turning biogas into energy in Kansas.
Highway Trust Fund Casts Shadow Over Infrastructure Debate
Meanwhile, House Transportation and Infrastructure Chairman Bill Shuster says the "lame duck" session after this year's election could provide a window to pass a public works package.
Mulvaney Assures State AGs He’s ‘Not the Devil’
Just don’t expect new consumer protections from the Trump administration.
West Virginia's Teachers End Their Strike—But They're Still Unhappy
The governor has offered a pay raise but leaves many of the fundamental issues unaddressed.
DNA: Nature's data center
The Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Activity is looking for a new storage medium that can hold more data within a smaller footprint. Is DNA the answer?
Air Force tests baked-in software security
The AOC Pathfinder project leverages agile development to ensure that the software is automatically certified.
Could a national database help the opioid crisis?
A national repository of prescription data and patient information would enable the creation of robust predictive analytics, experts told lawmakers.
Taking bomb disposal robots to the next level
The Office of Naval Research wants an explosive ordnance disposal "technician" with more dexterity and increased awareness.
As IoT use ramps up, so do attacks on networks
As the internet of things expands, the number of devices that must be secured is skyrocketing.
Democratic Congressman Looks to Rekindle Long-Dead Intergovernmental Commission
Rep. Gerry Connolly, of Virginia, also offered his views Tuesday on where things stand with a recently created U.S. House task force on intergovernmental issues.
Facebook Continues Its Rural Broadband Quest
The massive company is reaching out for help to do it.
Colorado Lawmakers Poised to Oust 1st of Several Accused Harassers
STATE AND LOCAL ROUNDUP | Statehouses grapple with clunky harassment policies; calls to lock up Mayor “Lawless Libby” in Oakland, Calif.; a dramatic end to the Allentown corruption trial; and an expensive affair for Nashville’s mayor.
Western Governors to Congress: More Power Please
"We find ourselves continually having to ask the federal government: ‘Mother may I?’” Idaho Gov. C.L. “Butch” Otter said.
Sessions Vows to Defend Presidential Powers Against State Legal Actions
The U.S. attorney general also addressed forthcoming bump stock regulations, immigration, opioids, and ‘prioritizing crime and criminal justice enforcement.’
How analytics improves grants management
Tableau dashboards are helping the Health Resources and Services Administration track grants.
Does IoT cause more problems than it solves?
Home users may choose to take on the risk, but should the federal government?
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