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Cloud orchestration takes automation one necessary step further [Commentary]
Some agencies have taken steps toward automation – a positive sign. But automation really represents the start of the cloud journey. It should be accompanied by cloud orchestration – the arranging of various automated tasks into coordinated, seamless and highly efficient workflow processes.
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Watchdog asks for digital privacy at the border
The Electronic Frontier Foundation put forth a court filing asking warrants be required for all search and seizure procedures of digital devices at international airports and United States borders.
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![What agencies can learn from the USDS report [Commentary]](https://one.sightlinemg.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/US_Digital_Service_Logo.png.png?w=300)
What agencies can learn from the USDS report [Commentary]
In its annual report to Congress, the U.S. Digital Service (USDS) outlined steps seven federal agencies are taking to digitize government services. These efforts should be commended as they seek to make government more efficient and more responsive.
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New leader takes over Navy Cyber Defense Operations
Capt. Julia Slattery assumes the position of commander, Navy Cyber Defense Operations Command, from Capt. Sean Heritage, who heads to DIUx.
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Public-only cloud computing not living up to the hype
The public-only approach to cloud computing is not as great as initially anticipated. A different method has been shown to be more cost-efficient, less concerning, and more efficient overall.
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DIUx awards AI contract to help Air Force decision-making
DIUx has awarded AI startup SparkCognition the first phase of a contract to provide analysis for Air Force budgeting procedures.
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New tools let vets schedule appointments, meet with doctors through their phones
Veterans will be able to schedule medical appointments online and consult with physicians on their mobile phones through an array of new telehealth offerings unveiled by the White House and Department of Veterans Affairs on Thursday.
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Task force focused on securing election systems crystallizes
The Congressional Task Force on Election Security, co-led by Rep. Bennie Thompson, has solidified as a forum to examine voting infrastructure integrity.
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Your infrastructure remains attractive, exposed, says Symantec cyberthreat report
With the constant developments in technology comes the continual evolution of techniques and trends used by cybercriminals.
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Confidence in federal IT operations is declining, says survey
A survey of nearly 1,250 global public sector IT decision makers and managers indicates a lack of confidence in the government’s ability to modernize technology.
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Cloud orchestration takes automation one necessary step further [Commentary]
Some agencies have taken steps toward automation – a positive sign. But automation really represents the start of the cloud journey. It should be accompanied by cloud orchestration – the arranging of various automated tasks into coordinated, seamless and highly efficient workflow processes.
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Watchdog asks for digital privacy at the border
The Electronic Frontier Foundation put forth a court filing asking warrants be required for all search and seizure procedures of digital devices at international airports and United States borders.
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What agencies can learn from the USDS report [Commentary]
In its annual report to Congress, the U.S. Digital Service (USDS) outlined steps seven federal agencies are taking to digitize government services. These efforts should be commended as they seek to make government more efficient and more responsive.
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New leader takes over Navy Cyber Defense Operations
Capt. Julia Slattery assumes the position of commander, Navy Cyber Defense Operations Command, from Capt. Sean Heritage, who heads to DIUx.
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Public-only cloud computing not living up to the hype
The public-only approach to cloud computing is not as great as initially anticipated. A different method has been shown to be more cost-efficient, less concerning, and more efficient overall.
-
DIUx awards AI contract to help Air Force decision-making
DIUx has awarded AI startup SparkCognition the first phase of a contract to provide analysis for Air Force budgeting procedures.
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New tools let vets schedule appointments, meet with doctors through their phones
Veterans will be able to schedule medical appointments online and consult with physicians on their mobile phones through an array of new telehealth offerings unveiled by the White House and Department of Veterans Affairs on Thursday.
-
Task force focused on securing election systems crystallizes
The Congressional Task Force on Election Security, co-led by Rep. Bennie Thompson, has solidified as a forum to examine voting infrastructure integrity.
-
Your infrastructure remains attractive, exposed, says Symantec cyberthreat report
With the constant developments in technology comes the continual evolution of techniques and trends used by cybercriminals.
-
Confidence in federal IT operations is declining, says survey
A survey of nearly 1,250 global public sector IT decision makers and managers indicates a lack of confidence in the government’s ability to modernize technology.
-
Cloud orchestration takes automation one necessary step further [Commentary]
Some agencies have taken steps toward automation – a positive sign. But automation really represents the start of the cloud journey. It should be accompanied by cloud orchestration – the arranging of various automated tasks into coordinated, seamless and highly efficient workflow processes.
-
Watchdog asks for digital privacy at the border
The Electronic Frontier Foundation put forth a court filing asking warrants be required for all search and seizure procedures of digital devices at international airports and United States borders.
-
What agencies can learn from the USDS report [Commentary]
In its annual report to Congress, the U.S. Digital Service (USDS) outlined steps seven federal agencies are taking to digitize government services. These efforts should be commended as they seek to make government more efficient and more responsive.
-
New leader takes over Navy Cyber Defense Operations
Capt. Julia Slattery assumes the position of commander, Navy Cyber Defense Operations Command, from Capt. Sean Heritage, who heads to DIUx.
-
Public-only cloud computing not living up to the hype
The public-only approach to cloud computing is not as great as initially anticipated. A different method has been shown to be more cost-efficient, less concerning, and more efficient overall.
-
DIUx awards AI contract to help Air Force decision-making
DIUx has awarded AI startup SparkCognition the first phase of a contract to provide analysis for Air Force budgeting procedures.
-
New tools let vets schedule appointments, meet with doctors through their phones
Veterans will be able to schedule medical appointments online and consult with physicians on their mobile phones through an array of new telehealth offerings unveiled by the White House and Department of Veterans Affairs on Thursday.
-
Task force focused on securing election systems crystallizes
The Congressional Task Force on Election Security, co-led by Rep. Bennie Thompson, has solidified as a forum to examine voting infrastructure integrity.
-
Your infrastructure remains attractive, exposed, says Symantec cyberthreat report
With the constant developments in technology comes the continual evolution of techniques and trends used by cybercriminals.
-
Confidence in federal IT operations is declining, says survey
A survey of nearly 1,250 global public sector IT decision makers and managers indicates a lack of confidence in the government’s ability to modernize technology.



