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Biden launches U.S. Digital Corps to bring young tech talent to government

Biden launches U.S. Digital Corps to bring young tech talent to government

News

10.25.21 | 7:40 am

Salmonella outbreak: CDC says throw this product away if you bought it at Trader Joe’s

Salmonella outbreak: CDC says throw this product away if you bought it at Trader Joe’s

10.22.21 | 3:32 pm

Funny and adorable memes could be a secret weapon in dealing with stress

Funny and adorable memes could be a secret weapon in dealing with stress

10.22.21 | 2:12 pm

Job satisfaction among millennial and Gen Z workers just hit a new low point

Job satisfaction among millennial and Gen Z workers just hit a new low point

10.22.21 | 11:27 am

Get to know the work of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, who was killed tragically on a film set

Get to know the work of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, who was killed tragically on a film set

10.22.21 | 11:05 am

K-pop stars BTS rock the music business in switch from Sony to Universal

K-pop stars BTS rock the music business in switch from Sony to Universal

10.22.21 | 10:35 am

How Google is using the Pixel 6 launch to talk about race and photography

How Google is using the Pixel 6 launch to talk about race and photography

10.22.21 | 8:10 am

Why is Snap stock crashing? Blame Apple and the supply chain

Why is Snap stock crashing? Blame Apple and the supply chain

10.21.21 | 3:18 pm

NAACP takes ownership stake in machine-learning-powered startup Hello Alice

NAACP takes ownership stake in machine-learning-powered startup Hello Alice

10.21.21 | 2:45 pm

Truth Social, Trump’s new social media site, has a few TOS issues

Truth Social, Trump’s new social media site, has a few TOS issues

10.21.21 | 1:05 pm

Vita Coco cracks open a lukewarm IPO on the Nasdaq

Vita Coco cracks open a lukewarm IPO on the Nasdaq

10.21.21 | 12:02 pm

Bitcoin futures ETF already has $1 billion in assets under management

Bitcoin futures ETF already has $1 billion in assets under management

10.21.21 | 10:22 am

Dig in: Portillo’s stock hits the Nasdaq in the latest high-profile restaurant IPO

10.21.21 | 9:00 am

Tired of burnout? These 10 companies have the best work-life balance

Tired of burnout? These 10 companies have the best work-life balance

10.21.21 | 7:40 am

WeWork goes public: WE stock trades on NYSE in SPAC deal

WeWork goes public: WE stock trades on NYSE in SPAC deal

10.21.21 | 7:30 am

Facebook’s reported name change reinforces its image as the new Big Tobacco

Facebook’s reported name change reinforces its image as the new Big Tobacco

10.20.21 | 1:32 pm

Cambridge University: People rally for climate policies, but cling to meat and diesel

Cambridge University: People rally for climate policies, but cling to meat and diesel

10.20.21 | 12:35 pm

Netflix employees plan a walkout today as Dave Chappelle controversy continues to escalate

Netflix employees plan a walkout today as Dave Chappelle controversy continues to escalate

10.20.21 | 11:01 am

Vaccines for kids update: Biden announces distribution plan, pending CDC and FDA approval

Vaccines for kids update: Biden announces distribution plan, pending CDC and FDA approval

10.20.21 | 9:25 am

Fall foliage prediction maps were wildly wrong in 2021. Here’s why

Fall foliage prediction maps were wildly wrong in 2021. Here’s why

10.20.21 | 8:39 am

IRS bank account reporting proposal gets revised: Here’s what the newest version says

IRS bank account reporting proposal gets revised: Here’s what the newest version says

This VC wants to help startups win $682 billion a year in government contracts

This VC wants to help startups win $682 billion a year in government contracts

As techies flee Silicon Valley, Chicago is jostling to be the next unicorn machine

As techies flee Silicon Valley, Chicago is jostling to be the next unicorn machine

We need this rule to keep foreign-born founders in the U.S.

We need this rule to keep foreign-born founders in the U.S.

Forget ad optimization: This VC wants to invest in startups working on real problems

Forget ad optimization: This VC wants to invest in startups working on real problems

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The role of government in deterring cyberattacks

Leading the way with innovation and a focus on adversary decision-making

The role of government in deterring cyberattacks

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Infrastructure 2021: Delivering more sustainable and equitable infrastructure

$500B in new infrastructure spending offers government agencies more opportunities and greater responsibility

Infrastructure 2021: Delivering more sustainable and equitable infrastructure

Biden launches U.S. Digital Corps to bring young tech talent to government

The program looks like the Biden version of Obama’s U.S. Digital Service.

Biden launches U.S. Digital Corps to bring young tech talent to government

This VC wants to help startups win $682 billion a year in government contracts

Harpoon Ventures, run by two ex-servicemen, is getting itself into some big deals by opening doors in Washington, D.C.

This VC wants to help startups win $682 billion a year in government contracts

As techies flee Silicon Valley, Chicago is jostling to be the next unicorn machine

Mayor Lori Lightfoot is trying to build the reputation of her city as a friendly place for tech talent, startups, and investment.

As techies flee Silicon Valley, Chicago is jostling to be the next unicorn machine

We need this rule to keep foreign-born founders in the U.S.

Why the resuscitated International Entrepreneur Rule would be good for American business and competitiveness.

We need this rule to keep foreign-born founders in the U.S.

Forget ad optimization: This VC wants to invest in startups working on real problems

As the country’s challenges loom larger, the next generation of techies—not the government—may be called upon to solve everything from overhauling education to landing on Mars.

Forget ad optimization: This VC wants to invest in startups working on real problems

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How VA became one of the most admired agencies in the federal government

The largest civilian federal agency adopted a human-centered design approach to rebuild itself and better serve America’s veterans

How VA became one of the most admired agencies in the federal government

Ford and Newlab partner to test new transportation ideas, from robot delivery to EV rideshares

The initiative, called Accessible Streets Studio, is piloting solutions to Detroit’s underdeveloped transportation networks.

Ford and Newlab partner to test new transportation ideas, from robot delivery to EV rideshares

Why the defense industry could be the most transformative market for startups

There are bureaucratic hurdles, but with some forethought and preparation, startups have a chance to adapt and thrive while working with the Pentagon.

Why the defense industry could be the most transformative market for startups

Here’s how the Army will use 120,000 Microsoft HoloLens headsets in battle

More than just fancy gear, HoloLens is an example of a more agile Pentagon approach to funding and deploying cutting-edge tech.

Here’s how the Army will use 120,000 Microsoft HoloLens headsets in battle

Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr., America’s first Black Air Force chief, on race, tech, and the trouble with AI

The four-star Air Force general sits down with ‘Fast Company’ to discuss tech company partnerships, the future of AI, and why January 6 was a “wake-up call.”

Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr., America’s first Black Air Force chief, on race, tech, and the trouble with AI

To fix America’s infrastructure, the U.S. government can’t be afraid to fail

A new report from the Brookings Institution argues that the U.S. should invest more in R&D and be more willing to experiment.

To fix America’s infrastructure, the U.S. government can’t be afraid to fail

Why the Air Force has its own venture capital fund

AFVentures matches technology startups with military needs while helping them navigate the “valley of death” and the labyrinthine world of defense contracts.

Why the Air Force has its own venture capital fund

Two new bills could put a dent in technology’s ‘homework gap’

A year after the start of the pandemic, the federal government will finally offer some support for families and schools struggling to afford broadband connectivity and devices.

Two new bills could put a dent in technology’s ‘homework gap’

Andrew Yang has some concerns about Zoom

New York’s leading mayoral candidate opens up about opening up, the future of bitcoin, why Manhattan beats Miami, and his problem with Zoom.

Andrew Yang has some concerns about Zoom

Biden could hit refresh on Obama-era partnership between tech and government

Code for America’s CEO says the government needs new systems and more funding to improve the way people access services.

Biden could hit refresh on Obama-era partnership between tech and government

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Achieving artificial intelligence results at scale: an action plan for government

Common AI platforms can help all federal agencies close the “aspiration-reality” gap

Achieving artificial intelligence results at scale: an action plan for government

Exclusive: Biden appoints Clare Martorana to lead the White House’s digital efforts

The former health tech executive and U.S. Digital Service veteran will be charged with improving government websites and modernizing IT infrastructure and cybersecurity.

Exclusive: Biden appoints Clare Martorana to lead the White House’s digital efforts

Zocdoc CEO: Why vaccine scheduling is harder than it looks

Vaccines were developed at record speed in large part due to public-private partnerships. The same model can expedite the rollout, writes Zocdoc founder and CEO Oliver Kharraz M.D.

Zocdoc CEO: Why vaccine scheduling is harder than it looks

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Polluting cars now have to pay to drive within 140 square miles of London

What is COP26? Here’s what to know about the global climate summit

Play with the ‘Climate Action Navigator’ to figure out the best path toward meeting climate goals

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Salmonella outbreak: CDC says throw this product away if you bought it at Trader Joe’s

Funny and adorable memes could be a secret weapon in dealing with stress

Job satisfaction among millennial and Gen Z workers just hit a new low point

Co.Design

The case for making hearing aids and insulin monitors as sexy as an Apple product

Extreme trauma? Massive earthquakes? This $1.5 billion hospital is ready

I’m a branding expert. Here’s what Facebook’s reported name change really signals

Work Life

How to make remote and hybrid brainstorming less awkward

Why camera-optional policies and no-meeting days are not enough

Workplace conflicts cost billions annually. Here’s what leaders can do