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Frank Konkel

Frank Konkel is Nextgov’s executive editor. He writes about the intersection of government and technology. Frank began covering tech in 2013 upon moving to the Washington, D.C., area after getting his start in journalism working at local and state issues at daily newspapers in his home state of Michigan. Frank was born and raised on a dairy farm and graduated from Michigan State University.
Public Safety
Survey: 93% of Americans Fear Cyberwarfare Against US
A consumer survey suggests citizens are taking some steps to prepare for possible cyberattacks.
- By Frank Konkel
Tech & Data
Study: More Than Half of Women in Tech Say Their Gender is Limiting Their Careers
The study suggests one of the biggest barriers for women in tech is a lack of promotion opportunities.
- By Frank Konkel
Tech & Data
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.
- By Frank Konkel
Tech & Data
Half of Public Sector IT Pros Not ‘Fully Confident’ in Cyberattack Response
Most public sector IT professionals believe a lack of expertise and resources are hindering cyber posture as well.
- By Frank Konkel
Tech & Data
Survey: 46% of US Organizations Will Institute Vaccine Mandates
Tech companies are among those taking the lead following federal guidance on vaccine mandates.
- By Frank Konkel
Tech & Data
Artificial Intelligence, Automation Aren’t Killing Labor Market, Report Says
Such technology aren't making it more likely for workers to lose jobs in major 10 industries, the authors found.
- By Frank Konkel
Tech & Data
Most Organizations Embrace Hybrid Cloud, Report Shows
In a survey of U.S. and U.K. IT decision makers, three out of four reported onboarding a new cloud provider during 2020.
- By Frank Konkel
Health & Human Services
Survey: More than 40% of Employees Support Higher Insurance Rates for Unvaccinated
The responses indicate vaccinated American workers are calling for more punitive measures against their unvaccinated counterparts.
- By Frank Konkel
Tech & Data
Pandemic Has Left Public Sector IT Exposed to Cyberattacks
The single largest risk factor reported by respondents is the influx in remote work, according to a recent technology report.
- By Frank Konkel
Tech & Data
Bipartisan Calls to Regulate Facial Recognition Tech Grow Louder
Lawmakers on both sides of the political aisle have concerns about increased use of biometric technology.
- By Frank Konkel
Tech & Data
Report Highlights How AI Could Amplify Future Disinformation Campaigns
A Georgetown center's report assesses how artificial intelligence could sway the opinions of millions by writing "seemingly credible" and "compelling fake" news stories.
- By Frank Konkel
Tech & Data
Senate Democrats Introduce Bill to Help State and Cities Modernize IT Systems
The bill would provide $120 million annually for seven years to fund tech teams and tech planning grants.
- By Frank Konkel
Tech & Data
What Democratic Control of Government Could Mean for Biden’s Tech Policies
Though the margins are tight, the incoming president may nominate more progressive candidates for certain positions, experts say.
- By Frank Konkel
Tech & Data
Biden Reveals White House Digital Team
The team will be in charge of communicating with Americans once Biden takes office on Jan. 20.
- By Frank Konkel
Tech & Data
Report Suggests Government, Companies Factor Permanent Remote Work into Future Operations
Remote work may be here to stay for a sizable chunk of the U.S. workforce.
- By Frank Konkel
Tech & Data
Major Changes to Internet Regulation Unlikely Under Biden Administration
A split Congress makes major internet policy changes even more unlikely.
- By Frank Konkel
Tech & Data
Biden’s Top Priorities Offer Few Clues for Technology Policies
Washington policy experts believe President-elect Joe Biden’s approach to big tech companies and regulation may differ from both the Trump and Obama administrations.
- By Frank Konkel
Tech & Data
Survey: More than Half the Tech Workforce Say Pandemic Hurting Career Progression
Networking opportunities during the Covid-19 pandemic have been at a minimum, and it’s negatively impacting the private-sector workforce.
- By Frank Konkel
Tech & Data
Survey: More Than Half of Tech Employees ‘Dread’ Work Each Morning
Private-sector tech employees face growing anxiety and loneliness related to the coronavirus pandemic.
- By Frank Konkel
Infrastructure
USDA Invests $122 Million in Rural Electric Infrastructure
More than 6,200 customers over five states will benefit and part of the funds will go to smart grid tech.
- By Frank Konkel