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Hilton Collins

Hilton Collins is a former staff writer for Government Technology and Emergency Management magazines.

Justice and Public Safety

Is Government Ready for 3-D-Printed Guns?

The technology is here, but will guns from 3-D printers become a problem?

August 26, 2014
· Hilton Collins
Cybersecurity

5 Technologies That May Supercharge the Air Force’s Attack and Defense

If successful, the Air Force’s projects could produce fighting men and women who are the envy — and fear — of other military forces.

August 25, 2014
· Hilton Collins
How Modern Technology Is Changing Public-Sector GIS

The days of waiting weeks or months for new map data are being left behind and GIS data's becoming more accessible.

August 18, 2014
· Hilton Collins
Cybersecurity

Are GIS Systems a Cybercrime Target?

Security experts at the Black Hat USA conference weigh in.

August 14, 2014
· Hilton Collins
Cybersecurity

Cybercrime's Evolution is Forcing the Public Sector to Adapt

At Black Hat USA 2014, experts weigh in on the direction cybersecurity technology must take to protect systems.

August 12, 2014
· Hilton Collins
Recovery

Black Hat 2014: The 10 Commandments of Modern Cybersecurity

Securing the technology that supports society can’t be ignored, but cyberthreats are so pervasive that accomplishing complete privacy and security seems futile.

August 11, 2014
· Hilton Collins
Cybersecurity

Homeland Security SWAMP Program Takes Aim at Software Bugs

Free platform from the Department of Homeland Security identifies software flaws, hoping to make a dent in the $100 billion U.S. cybercrime industry.

August 08, 2014
· Hilton Collins
Cybersecurity

Black Hat 2014: The Ten Commandments of Modern Cybersecurity

There should be more accountability — and less legal leeway — for the software vendors and their technology's source code.

August 07, 2014
· Hilton Collins
Emerging Tech

3 Gadgets and Robots That May Change the Future

Sophisticated robotics and technology may subtly find their way into the office, the living room or the doctor's office.

August 04, 2014
· Hilton Collins
Archive

Esri Names Climate Resilience App Challenge Winners

Developers designed free apps that use public geospatial data to help users make eco-friendly choices.

July 15, 2014
· Hilton Collins