Artificial Intelligence
Senate's top tech official greenlights research use of generative AI
The chief information officer for the Senate Sergeant at Arms evaluated three popular AI platforms and offered members and staff instruction on how to leverage them safely.
Artificial Intelligence
House lawmakers press for transparency in NIST’s new AI grant funding
A bipartisan cadre of lawmakers is asking for details on the funding methods and oversight of NIST’s new Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute.
Emerging Tech
Government’s quantum efforts are shifting to a near-term strategy
As the National Quantum Initiative Act is set to advance to a House vote, one federal official described the technology as “the next thing” on the horizon.
Cybersecurity
NIST issues guidance on a mathematical approach to data privacy
The draft document provides a system for adopting a differential privacy framework, and the agency is currently seeking feedback to ensure quality.
Artificial Intelligence
Agencies have over 1,200 AI uses planned or in operation, watchdog finds
The massive GAO report found that some agencies — like NASA and the Department of Commerce — have made major investments in artificial intelligence, while others struggled to meet federal requirements.
Artificial Intelligence
2024 NDAA eyes rapid ATOs for emerging tech
Artificial intelligence is also a hot topic within the annual defense policy bill.
Cybersecurity
U.S., global partners, ask software companies to focus on memory-safe code
New guidance for software developers from Five Eyes countries implores software developers to patch memory safety vulnerabilities and rethink the use of risky programming languages.
Defense
DOD offices see post-quantum cryptography as 'mission critical'
Offices within the Navy and Air Force are looking to both protect systems and harness benefits of quantum information sciences and computing
Cybersecurity
House bill looks to shore up federal cyber workforce
The bill, a companion to a Senate bill introduced in July, looks to fortify the U.S.’s domestic cybersecurity workforce and training programs.
Artificial Intelligence
Why NIST is prioritizing creating a dictionary of AI development
An official from the National Institute of Standards and Technology explained the need for a consensus on language as a means of developing common standards for AI.
Digital Government
USDA unveils new data strategy
The Department of Agriculture’s new guidance builds on previous agency plans, and looks to improve data sharing and incorporate artificial intelligence into analytics operations.
Emerging Tech
House committee unanimously approves quantum reauthorization bill
The reauthorization of 2018’s landmark quantum information sciences legislation is set to move to a full House vote, though a companion has not yet been introduced in the Senate.
Artificial Intelligence
DHS aims to lead in defense against ‘adversarial’ AI
The agency’s secretary noted artificial intelligence has proven useful for DHS operations in many ways, but also cautioned that the technology can be used for more nefarious purposes.
Artificial Intelligence
US and UK release joint guidelines for secure-by-design AI
The Guidance Secure AI System Development brings together international perspectives and consensus on what the DHS secretary said could be “the most consequential technology of our time.”
Artificial Intelligence
FTC votes to streamline investigations into AI products
In a 3-0 vote, the Federal Trade Commission approved a resolution that will let agency staff issue certain demands when investigating artificial intelligence-based services and products for potential market violations.
Cybersecurity
Employee data hit in Idaho National Lab cyberattack
The lab confirmed that it has been in touch with federal law enforcement agencies concerning the attack on its servers.
Policy
Nevada Dem renews push for data privacy standards
The legislation would require companies to be more transparent about privacy practices and authorize the FTC to make rules limiting data collection to "reasonable" business purposes.
Artificial Intelligence
Inside DARPA’s search for an 'autonomous scientist' to support its researchers
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency is on the hunt for foundational AI models that can aid in the scientific discovery process.
Cybersecurity
CISA, FBI warn of social engineering-based ransomware
Federal agencies are revealing more information on the Scattered Spider cybercriminal group in a bid to both prevent breaches and encourage victims to offer more detail on such attacks.
Artificial Intelligence
State plans to lead by example in tech diplomacy politics
Between following a new executive order and modernizing agency operations, the State Department is building its policy on artificial intelligence through promoting U.S. innovation.
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