The time is now for quantum-safe security
The time is now for quantum-safe security
Cybersecurity
Mobile threats prompt operational changes for government staff
More than 80% of public sector respondents to a recent survey said they have been forced to re-evaluate workplace practices as attacks on mobile devices grow.
Cybersecurity
Lawyers may be limiting threat info sharing
A new study examines how attorney-client privilege and work product immunity impacts cybersecurity.
Cybersecurity
Emergency alert system vulnerable, FEMA warns
Internet-connected equipment used to send alerts can be vulnerable to unauthorized actors who could issue fake EAS messages.
Sponsor Content
Route Fifty Special Report: State and Local Budgeting Trends
In this special report Route Fifty looks at the latest trends and developments of state and local government budgets.
Cybersecurity
Rise of precision agriculture exposes food system to new threats
The integration of technologies into farm equipment, from GPS-guided tractors to artificial intelligence, potentially increases the ability of hackers to attack this equipment.
Cloud & Infrastructure
USDA to test mobile SNAP payments with state partners
Five state pilot projects will help USDA determine the requirements and resources that would be necessary for participants to use phones, tablets or smart watches to receive their benefits.
Cybersecurity
Misinformation campaigns and threats are undermining confidence in U.S. elections, official says
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency is ramping up efforts to defend voting systems from outside intrusion, but the spread of online misinformation and threats against election officials still damage faith in the electoral process.
Data & Analytics
Accurate U.S. crime data demands more state participation
FBI Director Christopher Wray discussed federal data reporting from state and local jurisdictions, and how advanced technologies stand to help.
Cybersecurity
NSF invests $25.4M into cybersecurity and privacy research projects
The awardees will aim to strengthen open-source supply chain security, increase computing privacy for marginalized populations and ensure trustworthy cloud computing.
Cybersecurity
Cross-agency group explores next steps for identity verification
The group's new report and simulation tool will help officials identify trade-off considerations for different identity solutions and frameworks.
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The State of Oklahoma’s Efforts to Mitigate the Opioid Epidemic
Oklahoma officials have been able to gather more data around opioid use and better understand the extent to which individual counties across the State face problems.
Emerging Tech
Cheaper 3D printing uses little nozzles and a ‘slicer’
The new approach increases printing resolution and size as well as significantly decreases printing time.
Cybersecurity
Locking down identity and access management post-SolarWinds
The epic intrusion campaign has turned up the brights on vendors providing authentication services, but agencies will still need to be actively engaged for effective implementation.
Cloud & Infrastructure
Digital forms bring low-cost transparency, accessibility to city programs
With CiviForm -- an open source, shared software tool – Bloomington has streamlined the application process for scholarships, utilities assistance and IT equipment donations.
Data & Analytics
HUD offers $2.8B for evidence-based homelessness solutions
Applicants for grants under the agency’s Continuum of Care program must support their proposals with data showing local homelessness challenges and program service metrics.
Data & Analytics
Data-driven HR management faces uphill climb
While data can help state and local human resources agencies make better decisions, legacy technology, skills gaps and staff resistance can stand in the way, a new report says.
Emerging Tech
Mixed reality headset helps measure forests
With a Microsoft Hololens and the VegSense app, researchers have developed a suitable, low-cost alternative to traditional classical field measurements of vegetation below the canopy.
Cloud & Infrastructure
3G retirement blamed for some delayed Michigan election results
The Wayne County Clerk’s Office said the March retirement was partly responsible for delayed reporting in 65 counties across the state.
Data & Analytics
Averting the next pandemic with real-time health data
The Center for Public Health Data would aggregate federal, state and local health data and make it accessible in real time so it can be used for decision-making as health threats unfold.
Cloud & Infrastructure
Civic engagement takes off with digital survey and respect for community feedback
An easily accessible cloud-based questionnaire and analytics tool helped Corona, California, get more than five times more responses from residents than previous efforts.
Emerging Tech