NASA ships satellite mission data to the cloud
The Data Acquisition Processing and Handling Network Environment streamlines data capture, processing and delivery and gives researchers access to advanced analysis tools.
BEP seeks machine-readable counterfeit detection
The Bureau of Engraving and Printing is looking for new ways to integrate machine-readable features into future versions of U.S. currency that could be used to detect and deter counterfeiting.
Colorado requires accessibility to state, local government websites
A new law calls for the state’s Office of Information Technology (OIT) to develop web accessibility standards and hire a software developer to help state agencies implement them.
Tabletop exercise tests election security
At Tabletop the Vote, federal, state and local officials worked through scenarios that might impact future election operations and shared best practices.
Researchers smash internet speed record
Researchers at Japan’s National Institute of Information and Communications Technology have demonstrated long-haul data transmission at 319 terabits/sec over 1,800 miles.
Connecticut pushes cybersecurity with offers of punitive damage protection
Gov. Ned Lamont signed a bill that will protect businesses from punitive damages resulting from a breach of personal data if they have adopted and adhere to industry-standard cybersecurity measures.
Agencies ramp up ransomware defenses
Federal agencies are stepping up their efforts to help public- and private-sector organizations protect themselves from attack.
NSF seeks partners for blockchain business programs
The National Science Foundation is looking for help with demonstrations of blockchain-based smart contracts that could enhance its mission or business processes, including procurement and grant management.
SSA investigates data center management options
The Social Security Administration is conducting market research on data center infrastructure management tools to help it report operational and optimization metrics.
NIST outlines standards for critical software use and verification
To help agencies comply with the Biden administration’s executive order on cybersecurity, the National Institute of Standards and Technology has posted guidance on secure use of EO-critical software and minimum standards for software verification.
NYC opens cyber operations center
The nation’s first city-based cybersecurity operations center will be staffed with 282 public- and private-sector partners who will be sharing intelligence on potential cyber threats.
NIST opens challenge for drone search and rescue research
The First Responder UAS Triple Challenge asks participants to improve drones’ image detection capabilities, broadband communications options and navigation and control security.
Marines’ 3D printing faces a ‘data problem’
The Marine Corps want to reorganize its repository of 3D printing designs and technical information into a data vault that makes it easier for the 300+ users to find the designs they need.
DIU OKs 3 secure cloud solutions
The Defense Innovation Unit has selected three Secure Cloud Management prototypes that will help give users fast, secure and controlled access to software-as-a-service apps directly over the internet.
Pennsylvania powers up internet infrastructure
Gov. Tom Wolfe recently signed two bills designed to increase data center investments and 5G infrastructure deployments.
Tracking state vaccine passport initiatives
MIT’s Pandemic Technology Project is tracking each state’s stance on vaccine passports, noting whether the technology is in active use, under consideration or banned -- and linking to relevant legislation and sources.
DHS, NYC test biodefense detection tech in subway
The Chemical and Bio-Defense Testbed evaluates cost-effective technologies that can help officials detect and mitigate chemical and biological threats inside an actual subway environment.
Wickr secure collaboration platform picked up by AWS
Amazon Web Services has acquired Wickr, a secure cloud-based collaboration platform provider that offers an end-to-end encrypted, ephemeral platform specifically developed to support government enterprise deployments.
Predicting the path of wildfires
The Rapid Analytics for Disaster Response analytics and modeling suite combines artificial intelligence, cloud computing and damage assessment tools to predict path of wildfires and evaluate potential damage.
Ransomware attackers pressure Tulsa by releasing PII
After officials in Tulsa, Okla., refused to pay a ransom to unlock their systems, the attackers ratcheted up the pressure on the city by sharing personal information of some residents to the dark web.
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