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    Wireless charging for electric transit buses: Here’s how it works

    Inductive wireless charging avoids the power requirements of depot charging and can be more efficient and cost-effective, said an executive for a wireless EV charging supplier.

    By • March 25, 2024
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    Waste reimagined: Using waste technology to transform communities for the better

    See how cities are using digital waste and recycling tools to engage residents for a greener future.

    March 25, 2024
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    Beyond the barriers: Maximizing ROI in cybersecurity in local government organizations

    Beyond the barriers: Maximizing ROI in cybersecurity in local government organizations

    By Gary Barlet • March 22, 2024
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    Florida approves statewide AI traffic management by NoTraffic

    Smart sensors, artificial intelligence and cloud computing can help city leaders implement traffic policies and priorities, the developer says.

    By • March 20, 2024
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    Bidirectional charging could unlock new potential for waste fleet electrification

    A recent pilot in the UK could lead to a future where electric trucks can feed energy back into the grid rather than just paying for it. But the U.S. market is still in the early stages of incorporating EV technology.

    By David Richardson • March 18, 2024
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    AI and the essential role of data classification and governance

    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 an era ...

    By Dr. Alan R. Shark • March 18, 2024
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    Cities and counties expand skills of their technology teams to meet today’s cyber-threats

    Cities and counties expand skills of their technology teams to meet today’s cyber-threats

    By Michael Keating • March 14, 2024
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    DoorDash adds AI to chat feature to detect harassment between workers and customers

    The delivery platform is replacing an old chat monitoring tool with SafeChat+, which can detect inappropriate content without specific keyword matching.

    By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • March 13, 2024
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    US reviewing security of connected vehicles linked to certain countries

    The proposed rulemaking aims to shield transportation from foreign national security threats connected to countries such as China, Iran, North Korea and Russia.

    By David Taube • March 12, 2024
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    Why Walmart sees drone delivery taking flight

    The retailer is expanding drone delivery to up to 1.8 million additional households, linking the option to stores across more than 30 towns and municipalities in the Dallas-Forth Worth area.

    By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 11, 2024
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    Automated traffic enforcement is growing. How are cities using it?

    Cameras that cities use to catch drivers speeding, running red lights and blocking bus and bike lanes have “public perception and policy obstacles to overcome,” a safety official said.

    By • March 11, 2024
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    Transformation for the future: Technology is helping entities rise to the challenges of a changing world

    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.Government...

    By Tammy Rimes, MPA • March 8, 2024
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    Three tips for improving cybersecurity posture

    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.New year, ...

    By Wayne Dorris • March 7, 2024
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    Robotaxi expansion approved in California over local objections

    Waymo can begin operating driverless robotaxis immediately in Los Angeles and on the San Francisco peninsula following a March 1 decision by the California Public Utilities Commission.

    By • March 5, 2024
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    Unique aspects of data incident response in local government

    Unique aspects of data incident response in local government

    By Stephen Piepgrass, Sadia Mirza, Whitney Shephard, Gene Fishel • March 1, 2024
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    As they buy tech, cities want mobile systems that perform multiple tasks in all kinds of settings

    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 they bu...

    By Michael Keating • Feb. 27, 2024
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    AI will change the affordable housing conversation for good

    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.The defini...

    By Vidur Gupta • Feb. 26, 2024
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    Climate risk planning portal from Argonne National Lab gets new features

    The portal uses one of the world's largest supercomputers to model climate change hazards. Now, communities can use it to predict impacts on vulnerable populations and infrastructure.

    By Ysabelle Kempe • Feb. 26, 2024
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    Waymo updated its vehicle software after ‘rare scenario’ in Phoenix

    The action comes as federal regulators increase scrutiny of AV ride-hailing companies’ safety measures following a Cruise incident last fall.

    By Eric Walz • Feb. 20, 2024
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    Sweeping changes: How Rubicon is transforming urban street operations

    Efficient street sweeping is critical for maintaining cleanliness, runoff, and public safety.

    By Rubicon • Feb. 20, 2024
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    2023 Crown Communities Award winner: Long Beach Calif.’s GUIDES mobile app

    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. Police in...

    By Michael Keating • Feb. 15, 2024
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    How 3 cities are improving snow removal with software

    More transparency, equity and efficiency come from systems that optimize and prioritize plows and provide real-time road data during winter storms, these cities say.

    By Paige Gross • Feb. 15, 2024
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    The chief artificial intelligence officer: A blueprint for state and local government?

    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.Late last ...

    By Dr. Alan R. Shark • Feb. 13, 2024
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    For faster emergency response, New York’s fire department looks to AI

    The FDNY is testing an artificial intelligence-driven project to help emergency vehicles avoid traffic and other roadblocks on the way to life-threatening emergencies.

    By Paige Gross • Feb. 13, 2024
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    Cities and counties should install technology systems that keep pace as the enterprise grows

    Local governments should maintain flexibility when acquiring new technology systems, says Raffaelle Breaks, chief product officer at Unite Us, a software company that offers an integrated suite of social care solutions to governments and other organizations.

    By Michael Keating • Feb. 9, 2024