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Domain: api.commerce.gov
DNS Nameserver Host: TBD
Developer Site: https://www.commerce.gov/data-and-reports/developer-resources/commercegov-api
Open API: https://api.commerce.gov/api/blogs?api_key=DEMO_KEY
Postman Collection: TBD
API Docs: https://www.commerce.gov/data-and-reports/developer-resources/commercegov-api
Open API Specification: TDB

Latest Dept of Commerce News
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The U.S. Department of Commerce is a government agency responsible for promoting economic growth, job creation, and improved living standards for all Americans. It was established on February 14, 1903, under President Theodore Roosevelt’s administration. The department was created to address concerns about the impact of industrialization on American society and to develop policies that would support the country’s economic growth.
Over the years, the Department of Commerce has evolved to meet the changing needs of the U.S. economy. Today, the department has 12 bureaus and offices that focus on a wide range of economic and trade issues, including international trade, economic development, environmental stewardship, and technological innovation.
The Department of Commerce has made news several times over the years. For example, in 2018, the department imposed tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from several countries, sparking a global trade dispute. In 2020, the department added Chinese telecom giant Huawei to its Entity List, effectively banning U.S. companies from doing business with the company due to national security concerns.
In terms of infrastructure, the Department of Commerce operates a number of data centers and networks to support its various bureaus and offices. The department also provides a range of IT services to its employees, including email, collaboration tools, and cybersecurity support.
Like many government agencies, the Department of Commerce has had some significant downtime incidents over the years. For example, in 2019, a network outage affected several of the department’s websites and online services, including the Census Bureau’s site, which was preparing for the 2020 Census.
The Department of Commerce takes security very seriously and has implemented a range of protocols and technologies to protect its IT systems and data. However, like many organizations, the department has experienced security breaches over the years. For example, in 2015, the department’s Office of Personnel Management (OPM) suffered a data breach that exposed the personal information of millions of current and former federal employees.
In terms of APIs, the Department of Commerce operates several APIs that provide access to a range of economic and trade data. Some of the key APIs include:
Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) API – provides access to data on U.S. gross domestic product (GDP), personal income, and other economic indicators.
Census Bureau API – provides access to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, including population data, demographic data, and economic data.
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API – provides access to weather and climate data from the National Weather Service and other NOAA agencies.
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) API – provides access to cybersecurity and other technology standards developed by NIST.
The performance of these APIs can vary depending on the amount of data being requested and other factors. However, the Department of Commerce has invested in infrastructure and technology to ensure that its APIs are reliable and responsive.
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