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DARPA targets doctored images
September 09, 2016 | NewsA multidisciplinary team of university researchers is working to pull together a platform capable of scanning the massive numbers of images and videos posted online daily and verifying their authenticity.
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Using DCIM to meet energy-efficiency goals
| NewsData center infrastructure management software can help facilities managers meet new energy efficiency targets under the Data Center Optimization Initiative.
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NIST privacy controls should be updated
September 08, 2016 | NewsAttendees at a privacy workshop agreed that the National Institute of Standards and Technology's privacy guidance needs improvement.
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Making the case for going paperless
| NewsA recent report by IDC Government Insights explains how agencies can estimate their return of investment when moving from paper-based forms to digital processes.
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Government’s responsibility in building civic engagement
| NewsAs citizens explore ways to more actively contribute to the common good, government must create the environment, means and awareness to make that possible.
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Officials urge vigilance as ransomware cases increase
| NewsAt a ransomware workshop hosted by the Federal Trade Commission, panelists advised increased cyber hygiene, patching and backups.
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Dropping the ball in IT security
| NewsAlthough USB “drop attacks” have served as a well-known hacker exploit, a recent study shows that the scheme remains effective even among security-aware populations.
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SF’s legacy tech undercounted public transit riders
September 07, 2016 | NewsAs a result of measurement errors, San Francisco’s transit agency inaccurately reported ridership declines from fiscal year 2014 to 2015.
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California launches open source data portal
| NewsA revamped open data portal in California is up and running, and it’s powered by DKAN open source software.
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4 steps for improving cyber preparedness
| NewsBecause state and local governments collect and store vast amounts of personal data, they are prime targets for cyberattacks.