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Spy Chief 'Excited' about Agency’s Modernization Effort

Initial skepticism "has dissipated as we've been able to explain what the purpose is," John Brennan said.

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HHS Will Fund Cyberthreat Information Sharing

The effort aims to encourage the public and private sectors to pool knowledge about medical record hacks.

Defense

How Putin Weaponized Wikileaks to Influence the Election of an American President

Evidence suggests that a Russian intelligence group was the source of the most recent Wikileaks intel dump, which was aimed to influence the U.S. election.

Tech

Dear Hillary: Where Are the Women In Your Energy Strategy?

Women are underrepresented in the energy sector at a time of rapid change and demand for new talent. Hiring more women could make energy companies more innovative and speed the shift to clean fuels.

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White House Boosts Internet of Things with Wireless Research Program

The National Science Foundation research program could help reach greater connectivity.

Defense

The $2.6 Billion Investment in Afghan IT Infrastructure Is Apparently Paying Off

Watchdog reports rare success in the multi-agency effort to rebuild the war-torn nation.

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6 Employees Who Could Wreak Havoc at Your Organization

There are certain signals that, with context, can pinpoint an insider threat before they strike.

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Can Better IT Management Save Government $5.8B?

A new report emphasizes shared taxonomy for techies, the business side and executives so all stakeholders speak the same language.

Defense

Donald Trump Doesn’t Understand Cyberwar

The nominee is woefully unprepared for questions about the future of digital conflict.

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An App Could Soon Tell Airport Agents if Travelers Might be Lying

Customs and Border Protection wants startups' help updating the airport process.

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Latest DHS Push in Silicon Valley: Drones for Border Patrol

Officers could use panels embedded in their uniforms to control the systems, DHS envisions.

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After Errant Melania Tweet, DOJ Rethinks Social Media Policy

The department is making "procedural changes" to the way the social media team operates.

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How DOD’s Third Offset Strategy Benefits NASA

The space agency's largest budget account is dedicated heavily to developing technologies that translate well to the defense world.

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House Committee Chair Opens Inquiry Into Foreigners’ Access to OPM Data

Some OPM contractors may have handed "foreign governments direct access to data long before the recent reported breaches," according to Rep. Lamar Smith, R-Texas.

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VA Gets New CISO from NASA

Senior IT manager Roopangi Kadakia is scheduled to start July 24.

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A New CISO for NASA

Jeanette Hanna-Ruiz will begin effective Aug. 8 after being selected by NASA CIO Renee Wynn.