Modernization
ICE agent alleging sexual harassment was tough on Internet child porn
Official busted three online pornography operations.
Digital Government
Domestic drone backers worry about privacy and security
Lawmakers got a wake-up call after researchers demonstrated how to hijack aircraft’s navigation system.
Cybersecurity
NATO seeks technology to stem leaks from secret Afghanistan network
U.S. military has yet to activate same tools.
Cybersecurity
Compliance with wiretap law is transparent, NSA says
As the Pentagon’s warrantless surveillance powers come up for renewal, lawmakers allege the spy agency isn’t open with Congress about their effect on Americans’ privacy.
Cybersecurity
Software alert claiming to be from Cyber Command aims to steal money
Homeland Security warns users about new ransomware popping up on computers.
Cybersecurity
GAO overrules Justice on ID smart card contract, again
Office of Justice Programs is told to reevaluate vendors' proposals for securing computers with ID cards.
Digital Government
White House plans to regulate contractor computer security
Since Congress failed to mandate cyber protections for critical industries, agencies would incentivize safeguards through business deals.
Digital Government
Fingerprint records reveal 825,000 immigrants with multiple names, inconsistent birth dates
Officials don’t know how much is fraud; keyboard errors accounted for many of the discrepancies investigators found.
Digital Government
At NSA, computers sometimes make the policy calls
The military espionage agency automates the work of complying with privacy laws to more efficiently spy on foreigners.
Digital Government
Agencies don’t often share tips on potential terrorist activity
A post-Sept. 11 nationwide reporting system remains underused five years after initiation.
Emerging Tech
FBI gives police free tool to convert photos for facial recognition
Bureau tries to enlarge its biometric database by making it cheaper for local authorities to submit and search suspects’ faces.
Cybersecurity
Cyber Command struggles to define its place on a shifting battlefield
Collateral damage and a dearth of cyberwarriors are among the Pentagon’s biggest hurdles.
Digital Government
FBI lets copyright holders download anti-piracy logo in good faith
The seal, now free at FBI.gov, was previously only provided to industry groups that signed a written agreement.
Emerging Tech
TSA explores full body scans for fugitives hiding in cargo
Agency wants technology for screening stowaways inside containers; experts are skeptical.
Ideas
FTC’s Google Fine Could Cramp Innovation. Or Not.
It also could be relatively meaningless in the ongoing tug of war over Internet privacy.
Digital Government
Customs and Border Protection flouts Napolitano’s vision for IT consolidation
The agency argues buying its own tool to track aircraft inventory is cheaper than collaborating with the Coast Guard to link portfolios.
Digital Government
DHS’ seagoing drones don't net much cocaine
Aging turboprop planes outperform high-tech unmanned aircraft.
Modernization
Homeland Security to fund next-generation emergency wireless service
DHS wants low-cost, interconnected video and data systems for first responders.
Emerging Tech
TSA seeks friendly avatars to help travelers through security checkpoints
Presumably, patience is a key requirement for employment.
Cybersecurity
ID thieves claim $5 billion in bogus tax refunds
Electronic deposits allow imposters to cash refund checks without showing photo IDs, IG finds.
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