News

Top court to weigh privacy against government data needs

Communications technology makes unreasonable searches by police too easy, critic says.

Defense

From Nextgov.com: Private sector not adequately defending U.S. cyberspace, security expert warns

Companies own 85 percent of the critical infrastructure and haven't invested enough to protect against cyber attacks, an analyst told lawmakers.

News

From Nextgov.com: Agencies are failing to maintain critical electronic records, survey says

National Archives report cites Justice's handling of 'torture memos' as evidence of problems.

Defense

Buying less with more at the Pentagon; a guide for newcomers

New essays edited by journalist Andrew Cockburn charge that surge in defense spending benefits contractors without enhancing security.

Defense

From Nextgov.com: New portable DNA screener to debut this summer

Homeland Security says device will save time and costs in determining kinship among asylum seekers and combating human trafficking .

Oversight

U.S.-funded Arabic TV might have affected events in Egypt

Survey commissioned by Broadcasting Board of Governors says as many as 25 percent of Egyptians in major cities viewed coverage by Alhurra TV.

News

Internet diplomacy faces challenge at home

Republican-proposed budget cuts would undermine broadcasting board’s mission at a critical time, critics say

Defense

Tightened Homeland Security budget still adequate, officials say

Obama’s proposal would transfer funds from consultants, travel and supplies to boost ships, aircraft, airport screening and border security.

Defense

From Nextgov.com: Pentagon budget relies heavily on anticipated savings

Analyst says 2012 Defense spending plan is the beginning of an 'age of austerity' for the department.