Artificial Intelligence
NTIA's latest policy recommendations look to improve AI accountability
The new AI Accountability Policy Report from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration calls for independent audits and transparency in training data for artificial intelligence systems.
Artificial Intelligence
NTIA explores the benefits and risks of open-weight AI models
A new request for information issued by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration will inform regulatory policy on open-weight models.
Artificial Intelligence
NTIA wants ‘the whole lifecycle of accountability’ to assess AI systems, agency head says
NTIA Administrator Alan Davidson said an agency report on artificial intelligence accountability “coming out this winter” will help outline an auditing process for the new tech.
Cybersecurity
Are software bills of materials ready for prime time?
There's legislation afoot to require SBOMs in government procurement and industry is pushing back.
Digital Government
Lawmakers seek action on pressing spectrum issues
Members of Congress from both sides of the aisle said Congress should immediately reauthorize the Federal Communications Commissions' spectrum auction capabilities and take steps to make more federally operated spectrum available for commercial use.
People
Biden nominates FCC, NTIA chiefs
President Joe Biden filled out his technology and telecom team with three key nominations on Tuesday.
Modernization
DOD looks to kickstart 5G competition
The Defense Department is looking to expand its 5G exploration to include a new network of technologies with a competitive challenge.
Cybersecurity
Hack at Treasury and Commerce spurs emergency order from CISA
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency issued an emergency directive late Sunday night after reported breaches at two cabinet agencies. The Department of Homeland Security, CISA's parent agency, also has reportedly been breached.
Modernization
DOD agrees to spectrum sharing deal
An expert panel convened by the Defense Department has offered 100 megahertz of mid-band spectrum to share with commercial networks looking to build up U.S. 5G capacity.
Cybersecurity
NTIA looks to secure more 5G spectrum
DOD and DHS radar spectrum could be next candidate for shared commercial use, according to a new NTIA study.
Modernization
NTIA backs Pentagon on Ligado 5G license
The Commerce Department is asking the Federal Communications Commission to reverse a plan to permit a commercial 5G provider to set up shop in spectrum adjacent to the global positioning system.
Modernization
Lawmakers want probe of spectrum management 'breakdown'
The chairman and ranking member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee leaders request a review of federal spectrum management.
Cybersecurity
Rip and repay?
The federal government is pushing U.S. telecoms to take out gear from Huawei and other Chinese companies that may threaten their networks, but who is going to pay for the work?
Cybersecurity
NSA official: 'Dumb' software supply chain attacks still prevalent
Vulnerabilities in the software supply chain may represent a larger cybersecurity threat over the long haul than threats to physical hardware.
Modernization
After 10 years, shared spectrum goes live
Almost a decade in the making, a frequency sharing program involving Defense Department spectrum and commercial users is open for business.
Modernization
5G advocates look to spectrum sharing
Federal agencies see increasing opportunity and value in sharing their spectrum, rather than holding on to it.
Modernization
NTIA wants agencies to review spectrum
With an eye to long-term policy, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration wants more data on federal agency use of spectrum in two key bands.
Modernization
NTIA looks to boost lasting spectrum plan
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration is asking agencies for their 15-year plans when it comes to spectrum use.
Cybersecurity
What will a national data privacy law look like?
Lawmakers and industry increasingly support a federal data privacy law, but the devil is in the details.
Digital Government
GSA adds drone countermeasures to security schedule
The General Services Administration has added anti-drone technology to its product menu for federal, state and local law enforcement, first responders and agencies, but aviation and legal experts urge discretion.
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