FedTech Magazine
APRIL 4, 2024
To prepare for the total solar eclipse in 2017, NASA focused on technology that would keep its livestreams running for those who couldn’t see it in person. This time, the agency has looked at how to spend less money for even better service. About 12 million people watched the eclipse on NASA sites on Aug. 21, 2017, the first to cover much of the U.S. in more than a century.
AWS Public Sector
APRIL 16, 2024
Mount Fuji in Japan. When you think of climbing one of the world’s most famous mountain peaks, ease of access isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. While Mount Fuji in Japan is famous for its height and width, it is also reachable by novice hikers without lots of time on their hands due to the nation’s efforts to make it accessible. Now, the researchers behind one of the world’s fastest supercomputers, Fugaku , are trying to make the supercomputer just as accessible on the Amazon Web Service
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FedScoop
APRIL 15, 2024
Back in January, Immigration and Customs Enforcement said it had stopped using commercial telemetry data that government agencies buy from private companies. That practice has been frequently criticized by civil rights groups that argue that by purchasing the phone location data from third parties, the government is essentially side-stepping the Fourth Amendment and violating peoples’ privacy.
Open Contracting Partnership
APRIL 1, 2024
When the pandemic began, the Philippines government suspended all public transport. With only 6% of Filipinos owning private cars, the decision affected many – including doctors and nurses on the frontline fighting the virus. “There were healthcare workers who needed to walk for around three to four hours to get where they needed to go,” says Kenneth Isaiah Ibasco Abante, President of WeSolve Foundation , a youth-led coalition accelerator for systemic change in the Philippines.
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Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,
Art of Procurement
APRIL 4, 2024
China’s role in the global supply chain is changing right before our eyes, leaving foreign buyers to feel the discomfort. The post Even with +1, China is still #1 appeared first on Art of Procurement.
Public Procurement Intl
APRIL 26, 2024
Stockholm City Hall photo: Julian Herzog Andrea Sundstrand David Drabkin, Daniel Schoeni and Christopher Yukins spoke at the “Upphandlings-Konferensen” (“Public Procurement Conference”) held in Stockholm on April 25-26, 2024. The conference was very kindly hosted by Professor Andrea Sundstrand of Stockholm University. David Drabkin Dave Drabkin and Chris Yukins’ presentation , drawing on their report on debarment for the Acquisition Innovation Research Center, addre
Public Procurement Central brings together the best content for public procurement professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
GovCon Wire
APRIL 16, 2024
The cyber domain is constantly evolving, and as its importance in federal operations has grown, the number and variety of cyber threats has also increased. Technological advancements have made it possible for adversaries to get creative with new types of cyberattacks, and U.S. supply chains are now at risk.
FedScoop
APRIL 11, 2024
CyberScoop first reported on the existence of the directive, which calls the pilfered emails “a grave and unacceptable risk to agencies.
AWS Public Sector
APRIL 3, 2024
Personalized learning is a pressing challenge in modern education due to the diverse learning needs of students and the limited resources available to educators. Traditional methods of seeking academic support, such as one-on-one consultations or peer study groups, often fall short in providing tailored guidance and bridging knowledge gaps. Compounding these challenges is the inherent diversity of learners, each with distinct strengths, weaknesses, and learning styles, rendering a one-size-fits-
ExecutiveBiz
APRIL 8, 2024
Hewlett Packard Enterprise has secured an other transaction authority agreement from the Defense Information Systems Agency to build a prototype capability as part of a program that seeks to modernize the x86 server architecture to “achieve a unified operating experience” while supporting secure hybrid cloud and multicloud deployments. DISA announced the OTA award in a LinkedIn post published Friday.
Federal News Network
APRIL 15, 2024
U.S. Cyber Command is aiming to expand its acquisition team and rely on flexible buying strategies as CYBERCOM becomes a focal point of cyber procurement in the Defense Department. The command was initially granted limited acquisition authority in fiscal 2016, with 10 billets and $75 million in buying authority over five years. Congress has since lifted the command’s spending limitations and restrictions.
FedTech Magazine
APRIL 1, 2024
The National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource pilot is an important but limited step in getting agencies to start planning to integrate AI technology into their work, according to an NVIDIA spokesperson. Led by the U.S. National Science Foundation in partnership with 10 other agencies and 25 companies, the two-year pilot devotes a shared research infrastructure for responsible AI discovery and innovation.
Whistleblower Network News
APRIL 16, 2024
On April 23, the whistleblower law firm Kohn, Kohn, and Colapinto, LLP , in partnership with the National Whistleblower Center (NWC), will be hosting a free webinar on the topic of “Establishing an Effective DOJ Whistleblower Rewards Program to Fight Corruption Worldwide.” The U.S. Department of Justice is currently engaging in a “90-day policy sprint” to develop a whistleblower reward program.
FedScoop
APRIL 5, 2024
An artificial intelligence service deployed within the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is being put to the test for things like modernizing its websites and capturing information on school closures, the agency’s top data official said. The tool — Microsoft Azure Open AI that’s been configured for CDC use within its cloud infrastructure — has both a chatbot component for employees to use and the ability for more technical staff to develop applications that connect to the service via an
AWS Public Sector
APRIL 22, 2024
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the demand for skilled tech professionals continues to outpace the supply. This talent gap poses significant challenges for businesses across Latin America, with almost half of tech vacancies remaining unfilled due to a lack of qualified candidates. Addressing this challenge, Amazon Web Services (AWS) has expanded the Skills to Jobs Tech Alliance to Brazil and Colombia.
USFCR
APRIL 24, 2024
INavigating the swiftly evolving realm of IT and cybersecurity, the federal government earmarks substantial investments to bolster its technological defenses and capabilities. This proactive stance unveils expansive avenues for tech firms ready to lead the charge in securing and advancing federal IT infrastructure. Our discussion here focuses on the indispensable role of IT and cybersecurity services within federal contracting, highlighting how your business can become a crucial ally in the gove
Federal News Network
APRIL 30, 2024
Non-compete clauses have been an important tool for companies to protect intellectual property and ensure they get treated fairly when employees leave. Now the Federal Trade Commission has voted to ban non-compete agreements. Presuming it holds up in court, and that’s a big if, what could it mean for federal contractors? For some insight, the Federal Drive with Tom Temin spoke with the President and CEO of the Professional Services Council, David Berteau.
FedTech Magazine
APRIL 11, 2024
Federal IT leaders want to make it easier for agencies to incorporate artificial intelligence such as chatbots and image and code generators into daily workflows, as well as compliance tools that help protect sensitive data and users’ personal information. Both the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program, or FedRAMP, and the Office of Management and Budget released guidance in recent weeks on steps the government can take, or has already taken, to accelerate adoption of these capabil
FedInsider
APRIL 4, 2024
Tuesday, April 23, 2024 | 2:00PM EDT | 1 Hour | 1 CPE Critical infrastructure services in North America face accelerating threats from both nation-states and other sophisticated threat actors. Governments globally are grappling with how to best balance incentives, support, and direct oversight. Meanwhile, critical infrastructure owners and operators face significant challenges with technology, staff resources, and expertise to better manage cyber resilience.
FedScoop
APRIL 10, 2024
A bipartisan Senate bill intended to modernize and streamline the federal government’s adoption of cloud technology sailed through committee Wednesday, setting the stage for a full chamber vote. By a 12-1 margin, the Multi-Cloud Innovation and Advancement Act of 2023 ( S. 2871 ) passed the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, with ranking member Rand Paul, R-Ky., as the lone vote against the motion for final passage.
AWS Public Sector
APRIL 10, 2024
Educational institutions around the world seek reliable options that allow administrators, professors, teachers, and students to maintain connectivity and productivity on- or off-campus. Amazon Web Services (AWS) Marketplace provides a curated digital catalog to help institutions navigate evolving situations and quickly deploy solutions. In 2023, more than 2,000 education customers around the world subscribed to software in AWS Marketplace.
GovLoop
APRIL 16, 2024
National Park Week is April 20-28 — and there are so many ways to celebrate. Take a look at the National Park Service’s main site for National Park Week events , kicking off with waived entrance fees on Saturday, April 20. The nine-day lineup includes days for volunteering, getting to know parks staff, events for kids, and more. That’s in addition to fun and educational events that parks host throughout the year: You can find them on the NPS calendar.
Federal News Network
APRIL 16, 2024
As the second quarter of 2024 begins, there is a lot on the horizon for those who do business with the government: New regulations and laws and even the revival of a long time argument. To discuss those matters, Federal News Network’s Eric White welcomed David Berteau, President and CEO of the Professional Services Council on the Federal Drive with Tom Temin.
FedTech Magazine
APRIL 22, 2024
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency reacted quickly after discovering a cyber breach in January that exploited a pair of gateways, a reminder that no entity is immune to such attacks. CISA discovered the breach when hackers tricked an integrity checker tool into failing to detect the compromise and accessed the agency’s Infrastructure Protection Gateway, containing information on U.S. infrastructure and the Chemical Security Assessment Tool used to determine terrorism risks at f
Whistleblower Network News
APRIL 10, 2024
On April 1, the United States Supreme Court opted not to review the dismissal of a lawsuit b rought forward by three whistleblowers alleging negligence by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The whistleblowers, David E. Stone, Thomas Carroll, and David C. Depadro, asserted that the IRS failed to adequately investigate their claims regarding institutional mortgage lenders’ non-compliance with regulatory standards.
FedScoop
APRIL 1, 2024
For cybersecurity specialists working in the federal government, the flood of artificial intelligence tools in recent years has had a transformative effect on agencies’ work. In these relatively nascent days, some federal cyber officials have said they believe that AI provides more of an advantage to defenders than attackers in cyberspace, while others warn that the pace of innovation looms as a threat to the country.
AWS Public Sector
APRIL 12, 2024
Education leaders are eager for solutions to the difficulties facing schools across the country. With strained local resources impacting educators, it is more critical than ever for the education community to adapt and evolve to meet student needs and address challenges. Educators know that more resources can help provide personalized approaches that better address students’ individual learning needs.
ExecutiveBiz
APRIL 11, 2024
Leidos has secured a one-year, $13.7 million contract from the U.S. Army National Guard to provide aviation institutional training and operations support. The award covers flight and simulation training, classroom instruction and information technology support, the Reston, Virginia-based company said Tuesday.
Federal News Network
APRIL 24, 2024
You hear a lot about zero trust controls in government tech circles, especially here on Federal News Network. Could this approach to cybersecurity which requires constant verification before access to a system, be applied to protecting space assets? The U.S. Space Force certainly seems to think so. It recently granted a a $17 million contract to the company Xage Security to help the branch achieve zero-trust access control and data protection.
FedTech Magazine
APRIL 23, 2024
Generative artificial intelligence services, from Bing’s AI-powered chatbot to Google Gemini (formerly Bard) and a growing range of software solutions, are transforming how individuals engage with technology. Users are turning to generative AI services to create images of Pope Francis sporting a puffer coat and to pick March Madness winners. Businesses have embraced generative AI too.
Whistleblower Network News
APRIL 15, 2024
Leading up to Tax Day on April 15, whistleblower advocates and a member of Congress spoke about the importance of whistleblowers in effective tax enforcement. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Whistleblower Program offers monetary awards and anti-retaliation protections to individuals reporting large scale tax fraud. On April 10, Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) spoke at a Senate Budget Committee hearing “Sunny Places for Shady People: Offshore Tax Evasion by the Wealthy and Corporations.
FedScoop
APRIL 2, 2024
The Department of State is rolling out a chatbot for internal use, in a move that the agency’s top IT official said is largely in response to employee requests for help in streamlining processes such as translating. Kelly Fletcher, State’s chief information officer, said during a speech Tuesday at Palo Alto Networks’s Public Sector Ignite event that the creation of a generative AI chatbot is something that the agency’s workforce is asking for as publicly available tools like ChatGPT become more
AWS Public Sector
APRIL 12, 2024
UK Biobank is the world’s most comprehensive source of health data used for research. It houses a vast, continuously growing dataset of biological, health, and lifestyle information. From 2006–2010, UK Biobank recruited 500,000 UK citizens between the ages of 40 and 69 to supply biological samples (blood, urine, and saliva) and information about their lifestyle regularly on an ongoing basis.
GovCon Wire
APRIL 11, 2024
The State Department has approved the government of Saudi Arabia’s request to procure communications and navigation terminals and associated equipment from the U.S. government under a potential $101.1 million foreign military sales agreement.
Federal News Network
APRIL 2, 2024
The Air Force is out with a new multiple award solicitation to modernize all of its base network infrastructure. The request for proposals uses the phrase, “enterprise IT-as-a-service” only a handful of times, but for all intent and purposes, this potentially 10-year contract with a $12.5 billion ceiling is considered Wave 2. The new RFP calls for a group of large and small businesses to “modernize, operate and maintain the network infrastructure on all Department of the Air Force locations, to
FedTech Magazine
APRIL 30, 2024
Agencies have made significant and enduring shifts in how they use technology to enable remote and hybrid work. Videoconferencing and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams and upgraded microphones and monitors in conference rooms have all become standard. A recent Government Accountability Office report highlights both the continuing benefits of telework and the challenges that agencies face, plus best practices that they should follow as they continue to adapt how they operate.
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