Senators get in on Internet freedom push
A bipartisan group of senators has formed a caucus to thwart Internet censorship outside the United States.
Cyber war, drug war -- what's the difference?
The war on drugs isn't going well, so why should we expect a war on cyber crime to be any more effective, Brian Robinson wonders.
A NATO for cyberspace?
British lawmakers are trying to make a case that the current state of cybersecurity requires an international consensus on global regulations to govern it.
No cyberwar? Say it ain't so, Howie!
Is there such a thing as a cyberwar? Some top officials say no, but others disagree. Who wins the war of words?
Security Jam wants bread-and-butter proposals
Security Jam, powered by IBM, has brought thousands of participants together to discuss the challenges of cybersecurity; step two is getting concrete proposals.
Unisys works to build Mexico’s biometric ID system
Unisys Corp. will work with the government of Mexico and the Mexican communications company Axtel to develop an advanced national biometric identification system under a three-year contract valued at $50 million.
Cloud computing: 20 percent savings in five years?
The U.K. has high hopes for cloud computing (and open-source software and voice over IP, for that matter).
DynCorp buys international development firm
DynCorp International LLC has acquired Casals & Associates Inc., an international development company, through the purchase of 100 percent of the company’s stock.
New evidence in Google attack points East
A security researcher for SecureWorks says he has found evidence to support Google's claim that last month's attacks on the company’s systems originated in China, while another security expert called the attacks the largest and most sophisticated in years aimed at businesses.
Microsoft will maintain its great firewall in China
Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer says his company will continue to comply with China's censorship rules, despite Google's recent suggestions that it might exit that market due to Chinese government censorship practices.
Intelligence reform falls flat without technology
Calls for reform of the intelligence community have their merits, but let's not forget the vital role technology plays, writes associate Editor David Hubler.
Agencies harness social media for Haiti relief efforts
Social media, satellite communications spring into action to help earthquake-devastated nation.
ICF's Kesavan leads through tough times
ICF's leader has seen the ups and downs of a growing company but has kept a focus on people and emerging opportunities.
Harris to support Southern Command in Honduras
Harris Corp. will continue working with the Army to improve command security and operations in Central America under a five-year task order worth $38 million.
CSC wins tech support contract for USAID
CSC will provide information technology support to the U.S. Agency for International Development under a contract worth up to $200 million.
State readies $50B international criminal justice contract
The State Department's $50 billion Criminal Justice Program Support contract will help war-torn nations rebuild court and public safety systems.
Pair of Unisys contracts extended Down Under
Unisys Corp. has won two contract extensions from the Australian government for outsourcing services and biometric identity solutions, which together are worth $42 million.
VT Services consolidates three business units
VT Services Inc., a subsidiary of U.K.-based VT Group plc, is consolidating its three U.S. operations into one VT Group to facilitate better services to its government clients.
U.K. agency updates model contract for IT services
A United Kingdom government agency has published its latest version of a model contract for public-sector information technology procurements.
Accenture shareholders give thumbs up to Ireland move
The shareholders of Accenture Ltd. have approved a proposal by the company’s board made earlier this year to shift the company’s place of incorporation from Bermuda to Ireland.
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