Short, sweet, simple: Tips for effective government communications
Short, sweet, simple: Tips for effective government communications
Cloud & Infrastructure
Combating fraud and bias this tax season
COMMENTARY | By using cutting-edge AI and offering a modern self-service experience, state governments will be well on their way to weeding out fraud, improving compliance and closing the tax gap.
Emerging Tech
Smart cameras ID bus lane violators
To increase bus speeds in Washington, D.C., Metrobuses will be outfitted with automated cameras to spot and help process infractions.
Cybersecurity
International guidance pushes security by design
Software and tech manufacturers are urged to revamp their design and development programs to permit only secure-by-design and -default products to be shipped to customers.
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Cloud & Infrastructure
The reopening that wasn’t: As government employees work from home, people find services curtailed
Everything from pandemic policies to security concerns is causing agencies to reduce in-person services, including licenses and permits.
Emerging Tech
Robots are everywhere – improving how they communicate with people could advance human-robot collaboration
Rapid tech advancements could set humans and robots up for collaborative work in agriculture, medical care and other fields.
Cybersecurity
How state and local governments can fortify security at tax time (or any time)
COMMENTARY | The right fraud prevention practices apply a “friction-right” approach, making it easier for true users to apply for access while impeding bad actors.
Cloud & Infrastructure
One-stop access to city’s childcare, jobs, business services
The MyCity portal will act as a centralized data repository that streamlines services application and delivery for New York City residents and enables greater information sharing across government agencies.
Cloud & Infrastructure
Amazon Sidewalk promises secure, wide-ranging IoT network
But critics warned of potential privacy issues with the network, which is switched on for consumers by default and could collect personal data.
Cybersecurity
Senator calls for cybersecurity audit of law enforcement wireless network
FirstNet is a cellular network built for first responders around the country, but at least one federal official told the senator’s office they had “no confidence” in the network’s security.
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Cloud & Infrastructure
Texas legislators pursue fix to costly law that requires nonexistent election equipment
The mandate they approved in 2021 will force counties to replace their election machines at a cost of more than $100 million — and to keep replacing them. One Senate bill to address the problem is moving ahead.
Cybersecurity
What are passkeys? A cybersecurity researcher explains how you can use your phone to make passwords a thing of the past
Passwords can be hard to remember and easy to compromise, making passkeys an attractive option for digital authentication.
Cloud & Infrastructure
Some states may be barring the door to unemployment benefits
Despite Labor Department guidelines, nine states are requiring UI applicants to verify their identity before submitting applications.
Cybersecurity
Turning the heat up on election security
With the 2024 presidential election rapidly approaching, Arizona’s secretary of state pushes to protect election systems from outside threats.
Cloud & Infrastructure
Better ID management could help DMVs become ‘departments of citizen engagement’
Modernizing legacy technology, embracing self service and easing cross-agency authentication can help departments of motor vehicles provide better and more efficient customer experience.
Cybersecurity
Banning TikTok could weaken personal cybersecurity
TikTok restrictions could lead to individuals engaging in risky digital behavior to circumvent mobile app bans, potentially exposing their networks and data to bad actors, an expert warns.
Cloud & Infrastructure
FCC proposes rule to boost cell service from space
The proposed rule would help satellite operators and terrestrial network service providers work together to expand coverage, particularly in rural, unserved and underserved areas.
Emerging Tech
DHS seeks solutions to ‘dark swarms’ of drones
The Department of Homeland Security wants to continue countering illicit drone activity, particularly among unmanned aerial devices that are difficult to spot.
Cybersecurity
CISA releases updated guidance for zero trust security architectures
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency is encouraging increased automation and enhanced security for access controls in its latest roadmap for agencies and organizations working to achieve zero trust.
Public Safety