Tech & Data: Page 13

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    DOE selects 7 hydrogen hubs for $7B funding opportunity

    The selection of several hubs focused on hydrogen production from fossil fuels and carbon capture drew the ire of environmental groups.

    By Emma Penrod • Oct. 16, 2023
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    Evolving public safety challenges demand reliable and flexible communications

    Every second is critical to the safety and success of your emergency response teams.

    Oct. 16, 2023
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    AI in Local Government

    City officials are using AI-powered tools for everything from public safety to fiscal management.

    By Smart Cities Dive staff
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    NYC launches ‘smart city testbed’: Here are the first 3 pilot technologies

    Initial projects aim to pull pollution out of the air and scan buildings for flaws that reduce energy efficiency.

    By Ysabelle Kempe • Oct. 12, 2023
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    Cyber insecurity, AI and the rise of the CISO

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.October is...

    By Dr. Alan R. Shark • Oct. 11, 2023
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    Columbus embraces its role as ‘tech capital of the Midwest’

    A deluge of private-sector funding, rapid growth and a strong business environment contribute to the Ohio city’s surging construction starts.

    By Matthew Thibault • Oct. 11, 2023
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    Notable 2024 conferences for smart city leaders

    Newly added events focus on traffic safety, technology and green infrastructure.

    By Ysabelle Kempe • Updated Aug. 2, 2024
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    Cities and counties need to prepare for broadband construction as BEAD monies flow to the public sector

    More funding is coming online to expand broadband access in the United States.

    By Michael Keating • Oct. 6, 2023
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    National Weather Service rolls out flood forecast maps

    When paired with existing tools, the maps can show where a forecasted flood overlaps with built infrastructure, including that serving vulnerable communities, a federal water official said.

    By Ysabelle Kempe • Oct. 3, 2023
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    EPA makes available $4.6B for cities, counties and Tribes to reduce climate pollution

    To combat rising climate pollution levels, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced Wednesday $4.6 billion in competitive grants available to cities, counties, territories and Tribal governments.

    By Andy Castillo • Sept. 21, 2023
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    New Orleans adds AI technology to improve traffic safety around streetcar lines

    Smart sensors from NoTraffic will be part of a traffic monitoring system powered by artificial intelligence in a partnership between local authorities and the private sector. 

    By • Sept. 19, 2023
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    Artificial intelligence for cities and counties

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.It appears...

    By Dr. Alan R. Shark • Sept. 18, 2023
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    USDA invests $1 billion to plant trees, expand green spaces to combat climate change

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.As communi...

    By Andy Castillo • Sept. 17, 2023
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    Philadelphia’s smart cities team reflects at the 4-year mark

    Its Smart Cities Roadmap looks for public-private partnerships to inject technology solutions throughout city departments. City leaders talk about the team’s accomplishments and next steps.

    By Paige Gross • Sept. 15, 2023
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    Curb-management innovations: Lessons from smart and zero-emission loading zone pilots

    Local business pushback, regulatory barriers and other challenges face cities testing ways to create more orderly curb traffic.

    By Karen Kroll • Sept. 14, 2023
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    California’s Senate passes bill to restrict driverless trucks

    The measure could require an operator onboard heavy autonomous vehicles for years. Supporters and opponents both argued that the matter relates to safety.

    By David Taube • Sept. 14, 2023
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    Ignoring AI is not a viable option for transportation officials: report

    Artificial intelligence can create safer, more convenient and more equitable transportation systems, says an Eno Center for Transportation report.

    By • Sept. 6, 2023
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    Tech company unveils AI-powered platform to determine ideal EV charging sites

    Freewire Technologies’ tool aims to help the businesses and c-store retailers using its chargers determine optimal locations to place them.

    By Jessica Loder • Aug. 31, 2023
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    Reimagining how cities can leverage holistic platforms for urban mobility solutions

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.When it co...

    By Timothy Menard • Aug. 25, 2023
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    StreetLight Data and TomTom to partner on transportation data

    The companies will develop an analytic platform to help cities and transit agencies plan transportation and infrastructure projects.

    By • Aug. 25, 2023
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    After a leadership shakeup, Bird will focus on ‘key markets,’ scooter deployment and repair

    The micromobility company plans additional layoffs in Q3 as part of ongoing efforts to achieve profitability, according to SEC filings and its Q2 earnings call.

    By Kalena Thomhave • Aug. 25, 2023
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    Data: Your most overlooked asset

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.If asked t...

    By Chris Vanderheyden • Aug. 24, 2023
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    4 communities to build anti-racist data ecosystems with $5M from foundations

    Pittsburgh will use the grant to include Black communities “at the point where data is first discussed, before, sometimes, even the point of data collection,” said the city’s chief data officer.

    By Ysabelle Kempe • Aug. 23, 2023
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    Air taxi developers Archer, Joby report progress toward commercial flights

    Both U.S. eVTOL companies received Federal Aviation Administration approval to begin test flights. A U.K. competitor’s aircraft crashed during testing this month.

    By • Aug. 23, 2023
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    Robotaxi collisions crimp Cruise expansion plans in San Francisco

    Cruise's driverless ride-hailing vehicle fleet in the city will shrink 50% while the state Department of Motor Vehicles investigates crashes and erratic behavior.

    By • Aug. 21, 2023
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    Bridging the gap between GIS and asset management: Enhancing value through integration

    Editor's note: This article was originally published in American City & County, which has merged with Smart Cities Dive to bring you expanded coverage of city innovation and local government. For the latest in smart city news, explore Smart Cities Dive or sign up for our newsletter.In today’s...

    By Chris Vanderheyden • Aug. 17, 2023