Emerging Tech
Digital Authoritarianism Poses ‘Critical Threat’ to National Security, Intel Chief Says
The top U.S. intelligence official said democratic nations need to develop frameworks that “preserve, to the greatest extent, the promise” of emerging tech that could be used by repressive regimes to censor or surveil citizens.
Digital Government
NIST Releases Draft Post-Quantum Encryption Document
The agency continues its post-quantum cryptography push as it looks to create guidance for all sectors.
Emerging Tech
DHS Outlines Cyber Priorities in Release of Delayed Review
The Department of Homeland Security’s long-delayed Quadrennial Homeland Security Review warned that “more complex” threats to the nation, such as crippling cyberattacks, could affect “multiple industries, sectors and national critical functions.”
Emerging Tech
NASA Unveils Next-Gen Spacesuits
NASA and Collins Aerospace are working on the new suits for spacewalking and work on the International Space Station.
Emerging Tech
Bipartisan Legislation Seeks to Develop a ‘Quantum Sandbox’
A new House bill wants to further spur research and development within the U.S. quantum technology field.
Emerging Tech
ESA Lets People Plan and Execute JUICE Spacecraft Missions in New Video Game
The real-life JUICE mission will be the first to study Jupiter’s moons with such a high amount of detail.
Emerging Tech
DHS S&T and CISA Forge Deep Partnership in Emerging Tech R&D
The Department of Homeland Security components are working more closely than ever to understand emerging technologies’ prospects and threats.
Emerging Tech
NIST Seeks Small Business Input for Chips Manufacturing Data and Analysis
The agency is looking for a company that can help provide data and analysis on semiconductor manufacturing equipment and facilities.
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NASA, FedTech to Launch First Climate Tech Startup Studio
The program will help entrepreneurs leverage NASA tech to provide commercial solutions to climate challenges.
Emerging Tech
Senator Calls for Cybersecurity Audit of Law Enforcement Wireless Network
FirstNet is a cellular network built for first responders around the country, but at least one federal official told the senator’s office they had “no confidence” in the network’s security.
Emerging Tech
FCC Officially Launches Its Space Bureau
The agency launched the Space Bureau and Office of International Affairs after reorganizing its International Bureau.
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Enhanced Information Sharing With Industry Key to Deterring Digital Threats, NSA Cyber Chief Says
NSA Cybersecurity Director Rob Joyce said intelligence sharing initiatives between government and industry empower companies to implement actionable cyber defense measures.
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DHS Seeks Solutions to ‘Dark Swarms’ of Drones
The Department of Homeland Security wants to continue countering illicit drone activity, particularly among unmanned aerial devices that are difficult to spot.
Emerging Tech
FCC Proposes Rule to Boost Cell Service From Space
The proposed rule would help satellite operators and terrestrial network service providers work together to expand coverage, particularly in rural, unserved and underserved areas.
Emerging Tech
NASA Makes 6 Awards to Help Advance Air and Space Exploration
The concepts include quantum radar technology and using bacteria to make on-demand drugs in space.
Emerging Tech
Labor Dept. Watchdog Urges 'Extreme Caution' on Facial Recognition
Since the start of the pandemic and an upswing in fraudulent claims in the jobless aid systems, the use of facial recognition in identity checks has spread across states, raising OIG concerns about access and privacy.
Emerging Tech
Energy Looks to Quantum Sensors for Grid Optimization
Quantum sensors can modernize the U.S. electrical grid through on-site technology with the long-term aim of supporting climate resilience.
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TikTok, Security and Government Devices
Tom Guarente of Armis joins the podcast to discuss what network administrators need to know about the potential threat that the social media app poses.
Emerging Tech
NASA Leader Looks to Artemis II and Beyond for Agency’s Future
NASA Administrator Bill Nelson emphasized that such complex missions “are not going to launch until it’s right” for astronaut safety.
Emerging Tech
US Needs Improved Regulation to Foster Drone R&D
Unmanned aircraft system innovation is hindered by the current regulatory framework, according to witnesses at a congressional hearing.
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