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Math could help crack forensic genetic cases 10x faster
September 21, 2022 | News, Data & AnalyticsUsing a mathematical probability theory, forensic scientists can match DNA to unidentified persons and their relatives more efficiently.
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StateRAMP expands roster of participating states
September 20, 2022 | News, Cloud & InfrastructureMore than a dozen more government organizations will be participating in the State Risk and Authorization Management Program, a shared service that certifies the security of cloud products and services.
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Telemedicine increases health equity for inmates
| News, Cloud & InfrastructureColorado’s Department of Corrections is providing medical treatment via remote video consultations and connected scopes over fiber connections, which not only improves health outcomes but also minimizes the security and staffing needs required to transport prisoners to specialists.
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Federal cyber grants could foster greater cooperation between state, local governments
| News, CybersecurityStates can provide cybersecurity services to local governments in lieu of cash funding, DHS said, while required planning committees can comprise many stakeholders.
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NTIA updates broadband funding site
| News, Cloud & InfrastructureThe changes will help state, local and tribal governments tap into federal funding opportunities to expand and improve internet access within their communities.
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Department of Transportation investing $160M for tech-centric projects
| News, Data & AnalyticsTwo programs, SMART Grants and ATTAIN, will dole out millions over five years as the Biden administration plans a U.S. transportation overhaul.
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Ransomware task force outlines threat response
September 19, 2022 | News, CybersecurityThe Joint Ransomware Task Force is designed to unify efforts and identify ways to leverage the federal government’s unique authorities and capabilities to disrupt ransomware.
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Cyber modernization too complex for quick fixes, in-house solutions, report says
| News, CybersecurityState and local agencies feel pressure to quickly overhaul their technologies and processes to stay ahead of adversaries and meet growing IT demands, but they first need an in-depth assessment of strategic costs and other implications.
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NYC plan would connect public housing residents to free broadband
| News, Cloud & InfrastructureDubbed “Big Apple Connect,” the citywide proposal for more than 200 developments owned by the city’s housing authority looks to connect 300,000 residents by the end of 2023.
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Charm City steps up digital initiatives
| News, Data & AnalyticsBaltimore aims to improve delivery of core city services and bring the city in line with established best practices in civic technology.