Trump opts for conventional DOJ screenings of nominees and transition team members
Trump's transition team reached an agreement with the Justice Department for security clearance, ensuring preparedness for the incoming administration's agenda.
U.S. government says Salt Typhoon is still in telecom networks
Telecommunications providers are working to remove Chinese-linked hackers, but complete eviction is complex and case-specific for each victim.
U.S. cyber watchdog issues emergency directive to federal agencies about remote work software
The U.S. cyber watchdog agency issued an emergency directive requiring federal agencies to protect against a dangerous vulnerability in a software program.
The vulnerability in the software program, Ivanti Connect Secure, has allowed hackers to gain significant access to businesses and government agencies.
Hacking gang leaks documents stolen from Pentagon IT provider
The leaked data from IT services provider Leidos Holdings by Trigona ransomware group mostly involves internal corporate data, rather than militarily sensitive information.
Government says Veterans Affairs and State Departments were swept up in Russian-backed Microsoft hack
Growing list of Microsoft Corp. customers, including US government agencies, impacted by Russian state-sponsored hackers.
Play ransomware group stole 65,000 Swiss government files
Sensitive information from Swiss government stolen by ransomware gang.
Cyber attack targeted software biz Xplain, affecting multiple government agencies.
Crook brags about US Army, '$75b defense company' breaches
Extortionist claims to have stolen files from US Army Aviation and Missile Command and a $75 billion aerospace and defense company.
U.S. government says Salt Typhoon is still in telecom networks
Telecommunications providers are working to remove Chinese-linked hackers, but complete eviction is complex and case-specific for each victim.
U.S. cyber watchdog issues emergency directive to federal agencies about remote work software
The U.S. cyber watchdog agency issued an emergency directive requiring federal agencies to protect against a dangerous vulnerability in a software program.
The vulnerability in the software program, Ivanti Connect Secure, has allowed hackers to gain significant access to businesses and government agencies.
Hacking gang leaks documents stolen from Pentagon IT provider
The leaked data from IT services provider Leidos Holdings by Trigona ransomware group mostly involves internal corporate data, rather than militarily sensitive information.
Government says Veterans Affairs and State Departments were swept up in Russian-backed Microsoft hack
Growing list of Microsoft Corp. customers, including US government agencies, impacted by Russian state-sponsored hackers.
Play ransomware group stole 65,000 Swiss government files
Sensitive information from Swiss government stolen by ransomware gang.
Cyber attack targeted software biz Xplain, affecting multiple government agencies.
Crook brags about US Army, '$75b defense company' breaches
Extortionist claims to have stolen files from US Army Aviation and Missile Command and a $75 billion aerospace and defense company.
Washington Eyes Adalytics Reports; Kroger Says Attention Isn't Worth The Hype | AdExchanger
Adalytics reveals potential issues as government agencies advertise on questionable platforms, raising concerns about trust and effectiveness of attention metrics.
What We Learned From Melania's Maria Bartiromo Interview
Melania Trump resumes public appearances to promote her memoir, revealing concerns about the Secret Service and the top levels of government agencies.
Senators urge FHFA to phase in new energy standards for GSE-backed mortgages
A coalition of senators urged the FHFA to implement modern energy-efficiency standards for GSE-backed mortgages to support savings and market stability.
Supreme Court Ruling Could Undermine Treasury Department and I.R.S.
The Supreme Court's ruling on Chevron deference could complicate the Treasury Department and I.R.S.'s ability to create regulations central to Biden's agenda.
Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to Consumer Watchdog's Funding
The Supreme Court rejected a challenge to the funding of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, preserving the agency's ability to regulate financial practices.
Supreme Court Ruling Could Undermine Treasury Department and I.R.S.
The Supreme Court's ruling on Chevron deference could complicate the Treasury Department and I.R.S.'s ability to create regulations central to Biden's agenda.
Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to Consumer Watchdog's Funding
The Supreme Court rejected a challenge to the funding of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, preserving the agency's ability to regulate financial practices.
Help wanted: Regulators worldwide need tech expertise
Government agencies globally emphasize the need for tech expertise in enforcement work to detect consumer harms.
Several U.S. government agencies are integrating more technology into their enforcement processes and committing to building tech skills.
TMF looks to fund AI projects
The Technology Modernization Fund is offering funding for AI projects in government agencies.
The General Services Administration is calling for proposals to implement the Biden administration's AI executive order.
Huge San Jose ranch habitat and preservation effort makes big progress
An intricate plan is underway to preserve the 3,654-acre Richmond Ranch in southeast San Jose as a nature habitat and public trails.
The Conservation Fund has purchased the ranch from Z&L Properties for $16 million and intends to sell it to the Santa Clara Valley Habitat Agency and Santa Clara County Parks and Recreation Department.
USAID wants help in crafting a playbook for global AI uses
U.S. government agencies are developing an AI in Global Development Playbook based on best practices and the AI Risk Management Framework.
The playbook aims to provide guidance for organizations and governments in building or deploying AI software.
NSW government wants suicide prevention legislation owned by the people'
The New South Wales government plans to introduce suicide prevention legislation owned by those with lived experience of mental ill health.
Experts are calling for concrete directions, funding, and timeframes to be included in the legislation.
The legislation will be based on similar laws in South Australia, which created an advisory council and individual prevention plans for government departments.
Government Google ads show up on adult websites and in Iran
Ads paid for by government agencies and major companies were found on inappropriate and potentially sanctioned websites.
Adalytics report raises questions about where ads appear and whether ad revenue violates sanction rules.
NSW government wants suicide prevention legislation owned by the people'
The New South Wales government plans to introduce suicide prevention legislation owned by those with lived experience of mental ill health.
Experts are calling for concrete directions, funding, and timeframes to be included in the legislation.
The legislation will be based on similar laws in South Australia, which created an advisory council and individual prevention plans for government departments.
Government Google ads show up on adult websites and in Iran
Ads paid for by government agencies and major companies were found on inappropriate and potentially sanctioned websites.
Adalytics report raises questions about where ads appear and whether ad revenue violates sanction rules.
The Supreme Court decision to rescind agencies' powers could hurt cyber regulations, experts warn
Supreme Court overturns Chevron deference doctrine, shifting interpretation of laws to Congress and courts, impacting cybersecurity regulations.
The Supreme Court just limited federal power. Health care is feeling the shockwaves
The Supreme Court decision overturning a 1984 precedent will lead to courts exercising independent judgment, potentially causing significant disruptions and variations in health regulations.
The Supreme Court decision to rescind agencies' powers could hurt cyber regulations, experts warn
Supreme Court overturns Chevron deference doctrine, shifting interpretation of laws to Congress and courts, impacting cybersecurity regulations.
The Supreme Court just limited federal power. Health care is feeling the shockwaves
The Supreme Court decision overturning a 1984 precedent will lead to courts exercising independent judgment, potentially causing significant disruptions and variations in health regulations.