The Department of Energy awarded Xage Security a grant to build a blockchain-based security “fabric” for comparison with other approaches.

The departments of Energy and Health and Human Services want to take stock of the data they have to determine how best to safeguard the information.

From the National Science Foundation to the Department of Homeland Security, agencies want to tap into startup talent and speed blockchain and cyber solutions to market.

Initial tests suggest agencies believe distributed ledgers will strengthen security and improve transaction services.

The agency is looking to fund a new slate of emerging technology applications as part of a small business innovation R&D program.

The department's Program Support Center wants vendors for a new contract vehicle offering artificial intelligence, automation and other emerging technology services.