5G

Federal agencies are exploring new technologies like artificial intelligence, blockchain, 5G and "internet of things" to improve IT mission delivery. But with emerging tech comes new security risks.

The Defense Department is in the midst of its second tranche of 5G testing and experimentation and is hoping to begin the wave of prototyping in 2021, as several of the tranche’s solicitation deadlines near on Nov. 15 and in December. 

The Cyberspace Solarium Commission wants the Department of Homeland Security to work with other federal agencies and Congress to address significant vulnerabilities in the IT supply chain by reshoring manufacturing of some critical parts, integrating supply chain risk management intelligence efforts, and shifting the supply chain away from China and overall Chinese influence.

• 5G
• Cybersecurity

With the rise of 5G networks, interoperable EHRs and connected medical devices, security is paramount.

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With ongoing advances in mobile technology, the Department of Veterans Affairs is looking into implementing new uses of augmented reality across the agency.

• 5G
• Cybersecurity

The United States Intelligence and Law Enforcement community is at work to best capitalize on the uses of emerging technologies while also protecting against adversaries’ attempts to weaponize these technologies against personal data and critical infrastructure.