Cybersecurity
EPA withdraws cyber audit requirement for water systems
The agency asserted that it still “remains committed” to helping states protect their water systems, despite legal challenges to its formal mandate.
Cybersecurity
State’s cyber overhaul bets big on zero trust to tackle emerging threats
The State Department started at the “bottom of the barrel” when the White House’s 2021 cybersecurity executive order was released, according to the agency’s chief information security officer.
Cybersecurity
Government should set an example for the private sector in cybersecurity and resilience, Inglis says
Former National Cyber Director Chris Inglis discussed how a lighter regulatory approach is crucial to keep emerging technology adaptable, particularly for cybersecurity and AI.
Cybersecurity
Cyber investments aim to paint broader view of digital threats, official says
Neither government nor the private sector has “fully manifested that culture of collaboration” according to CISA official Eric Goldstein.
Cybersecurity
Cyber advisory identifies a ‘trend of systemic weaknesses’ in digital configurations
The joint cybersecurity advisory from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and National Security Agency offers recommendations for better cybersecurity posture based on the top 10 misconfigurations across organizations.
Artificial Intelligence
DHS to release AI guidance for critical infrastructure
The agency hopes to serve as a “vanguard” in critical infrastructure’s safe and ethical use of AI, according to one official.
Modernization
Commerce updates semiconductor supply chain alert system
Commerce and the International Trade Administration encouraged public and private organizations to submit reports on disruptions in the microelectronics’ supply chain.
Modernization
GAO urges EPA to make a plan for its ‘difficult’ and ‘outdated’ air quality IT systems
The systems in question are each nearly 30 years old and can be "difficult to maintain, access and use."
Artificial Intelligence
DHS looks to AI to help solve child abuse cases
An interagency collaboration within the Department of Homeland Security is tapping machine learning capabilities to halt international child abuse cases.
Emerging Tech
NASA probes quantum tech for sensing applications
NASA Deputy Administrator Pam Melroy said the space agency is leveraging quantum-based technologies, like sensing, to better study space and climate change.
Emerging Tech
Feds' quantum encryption shift is most 'comprehensive' ever done, official says
Office of the National Cyber Director official Dylan Presman said there has been “nothing like this” effort to move critical assets to quantum-resistant encryption standards.
Artificial Intelligence
White House to issue 'broad' executive order addressing AI risks and standards
Top science advisor Arati Prabhakar said the forthcoming executive order will address a wide swath of potential AI dangers.
Emerging Tech
Officials emphasize early preparedness in post-quantum cryptography migration
Some of the recommended approaches are “immediately actionable,” according to a member of the committee.
Cybersecurity
CISA task force aims to improve supply chain security with new hardware standards
The Hardware Bill of Materials Framework looks to standardize how vendors and customers communicate about the capabilities and use of hardware systems.
Cybersecurity
DHS looks to harmonize cyber reporting for critical industry
In a new congressionally mandated report, DHS acknowledges the problems faced by critical industry sectors of overlap and duplication in cyber incident reporting.
Artificial Intelligence
New bill would give the government oversight of critical AI use cases
The Democratic-backed AI Accountability Act of 2023 gives the Federal Trade Commission new authority and a new office to regulate how AI algorithms make critical decisions on housing, healthcare.
Artificial Intelligence
GOP presidential hopeful Hurd campaigns on AI policy
Former congressman Will Hurd is offering a novel AI policy as part of his larger campaign platform.
Artificial Intelligence
White House official tees up AI executive order
Deputy National Security Advisor Anne Neuberger spoke on the executive branch’s ambitions in spurring guardrails for AI systems, emphasizing on a collaborative mentality and helping bridge regulations in Congress.
Artificial Intelligence
Commerce head envisions innovation pathways under the CHIPS Act
Over a year after the landmark CHIPS and Science Act was passed, Secretary Gina Raimondo said the U.S. needs to “embrace innovation” in semiconductor production.
Modernization
FDA's draft plan calls for AI, other emerging tech in modernization efforts
The Food and Drug Administration is accepting comments on its Data and Technology Strategic Plan, which outlines the agency’s goals to leverage AI in its analytical processes.
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