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Uber AV involved in fatal crash couldn't detect jaywalkers
NTSB released a report that found the AV detected the victim 5.6 seconds before impact, but didn't classify her as a pedestrian because she was not in a crosswalk.
By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 08, 2019 -
Google to build $600M data center in unlikely burgeoning tech hub of New Albany, OH
Central Ohio has become a popular location for data centers thanks in part to huge tax cuts offered by the state, and an abundant source of electrical power.
By Zachary Phillips • Nov. 08, 2019 -
MIT showcases new navigation tech to improve robot deliveries
The context-based algorithm allows robots to reach their targets, like customers' front doors, more quickly and efficiently.
By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 07, 2019 -
Philadelphia to redistribute open data office
The Office of Open Data and Digital Transformation's 13 workers will either be moved to other offices or will leave at the end of the year when contracts expire.
By Jason Plautz • Nov. 07, 2019 -
'5Genia' or '5G-rbage'? Tech's impact could save or destroy the environment
The fate of our climate depends on how new innovations are deployed, said Sara Neff, senior vice president for sustainability at the Kilroy Realty Corporation.
By Chris Teale • Nov. 06, 2019 -
Google expands crowdsourced transit app Pigeon to 5 new cities
The app enables riders to post notices on everything from subway congestion to how warm a station is, allowing for a more informed transit experience.
By Jason Plautz • Nov. 06, 2019 -
P3s can help cities avoid 'darker side' of 5G
Speakers at DC5G said cities must be deliberate about their efforts to roll out small cells and engage early with the private sector on use cases.
By Chris Teale • Nov. 05, 2019 -
Microsoft to build smart cities tech hub in Syracuse, NY
Through a partnership with Microsoft, the city hopes to build on its "Syracuse Surge" strategy to develop south downtown with tech investments.
By Jason Plautz • Nov. 01, 2019 -
Sidewalk Labs, Waterfront Toronto resolve differences to advance development plan
Local leaders warned the plan is "not a done deal," but allowed it to proceed to the formal evaluation phase after several concerns were addressed.
By Chris Teale • Nov. 01, 2019 -
U. of Michigan to build $300M Detroit innovation center on defunct jail site
The 14-acre research site is expected to serve 1,000 students focused on tech issues like mobility, AI and cybersecurity.
By Jason Plautz • Oct. 31, 2019 -
StreetLight Data, Siemens partner to support EV deployments
The partnership will enable city planners to identify and prioritize the best locations for charging stations to maximize EV adoption and use.
By Cailin Crowe • Oct. 31, 2019 -
Uber challenges LADOT scooter, bike suspension
Uber requested a hearing with Los Angeles officials to determine if the city was right to suspend Jump devices over a data-sharing dispute.
By Katie Pyzyk • UPDATED: Nov. 15, 2019 at 11:01 a.m. -
Johannesburg refuses to pay ransom after cyberattack
The group Shadow Kill Hackers said it would release city data if Johannesburg did not pay a ransom of four bitcoin by Tuesday. That deadline passed and no information has been leaked.
By Jason Plautz • Oct. 30, 2019 -
Bloomberg Philanthropies map displays cities' innovation investments
A report published with OECD found that despite moves toward greater innovation, cities struggle with adequate self-evaluations and follow-up.
By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 28, 2019 -
3 federal agencies launch $1M disaster response and resiliency challenge
The Accelerate R2 Network Challenge has support from the Economic Development Administration, the National Institute of Standards and Technology and FirstNet.
By Chris Teale • Oct. 25, 2019 -
Philadelphia's IT plan focuses on digital equity, tech coordination
The city's first IT Strategic Plan aims to improve the use of technology across government, and recognizes how IT has become more public-facing.
By Jason Plautz • Oct. 21, 2019 -
FCC approves T-Mobile, Sprint merger
The proposed deal still needs to survive a lawsuit brought by multiple state attorneys general before it can become official.
By Chris Teale • Oct. 18, 2019 -
Transit Tech Lab to tackle new challenges in 2020 accelerator
The second round of the program will seek solutions to three challenges facing New York's transit system: accessibility, revenue generation and traffic coordination.
By Kristin Musulin • Oct. 15, 2019 -
OpinionWhy video intelligence is driving smart city transformation
Data-driven solutions have emerged for transforming everyday video content into security and operational intelligence.
By Stephanie Weagle • Oct. 15, 2019 -
Chicago mayor to pitch controversial IT, fleet department merger
To help chip away at the city's $838 million budget shortfall, Mayor Lightfoot will propose the merger despite cybersecurity concerns.
By Jason Plautz • Oct. 14, 2019 -
Google Maps adds voice guidance for visually impaired
The new feature aims to boost pedestrian safety by proactively telling users if they are on the correct route through spoken notifications.
By Cailin Crowe • Oct. 14, 2019 -
Deep DiveHow resident mistrust plays into cities' uncertain futures
Transparency and engagement are key to address resident skepticism about new smart city initiatives, according to speakers at Smart Cities Connect.
By Chris Teale • Oct. 09, 2019 -
Cities are facing 'an absolute land grab' from telecoms in wake of 5G
Despite the slow roll out of 5G, cities should prepare for telecoms garnering control of deployment and infrastructure, experts at Smart Cities Connect said.
By Chris Teale • Oct. 09, 2019 -
San Jose, CA opens grant applications for digital equity program
The grants are part of an effort to close the digital divide for vulnerable populations that do not have connectivity at home.
By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 07, 2019 -
No US cities make top 10 of global smart city ranking
Singapore lands the top spot and San Francisco ranks the highest in the U.S., according to the IMD World Competitiveness Center's index.
By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 04, 2019
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