AI, robots and the high-tech farm of the future

AI-driven technologies are starting to have a dramatic effect on an industry that has seen only incremental improvements over the last century and is in dire need of more sustainable models.

By Eric Jensen • April 29, 2019

Verizon names 20 more cities to get mobile 5G this year

The list of 5G cities represents a broad geographic mix, though Verizon is still not making any promises for rural customers in the early going.

By Jason Plautz • April 26, 2019

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Smart Cities Technology and Data

Cities are increasingly looking to technology and data to address real-world issues from traffic safety to law enforcement.

By Smart Cities Dive staff

Important questions remain as cities move to deploy earthquake alert systems

While rolling out earthquake early-warning tech is a step in the right direction, it doesn't address how cities should prepare the public for receiving an alert.

By Michael Grass • April 25, 2019

Chicago adds subscription feature to ChiStreetWork portal

The update enables residents to customize alerts regarding construction work and event permits in their selected neighborhoods.

By Katie Pyzyk , Kristin Musulin • Updated March 11, 2020

Filament, University of Nevada partner to put blockchain in AVs

The project will work on improving communication between vehicles and connected infrastructure through LiDAR and dedicated devices.

By Jason Plautz • April 25, 2019

7 cities honored with What Works Cities certification for data usage

The certification, part of Michael Bloomberg’s broad push to encourage leadership in local government, recognizes the use of data and evidence in decision-making.

By Chris Teale • April 25, 2019

Alphabet's Wing Aviation gets FAA approval for drone delivery

The certification marks the first time a company in the United States has been given clearance to deliver commercial goods by drone.

By Matt Leonard • April 25, 2019

Meeting customer demand for in-building mobile connectivity

There is a big roadblock standing in the way of our connectivity expectations of the future: the current state of in-building coverage. 

By Brad Allen and Nate Fuentes • April 24, 2019

Sidewalk Labs proposes 'visual language' to notify public of data collection

Technology will display hexagonal icons to indicate what the tech is used for, what data is being identified and how it is being collected.

By Jason Plautz • April 23, 2019

Tesla promises 'robotaxi' network by 2020

The company showed off its autonomous vehicle technology at its first Autonomy Investor Day and pledged a new ride-sharing service.

By Chris Teale • April 23, 2019

Microsoft, Intel to partner with Houston on startup accelerator

The Ion Smart Cities Accelerator will offer six months of curriculum and six months of pilot programs for tech ranging from IoT sensors to mobility infrastructure. 

By Jason Plautz • April 22, 2019

Report: Artificial intelligence industry has 'diversity crisis'

The AI Now Institute says that tech companies need to do more to diversify their ranks, including changing hiring practices, achieving pay equity and committing to transparency around hiring.

By Jason Plautz • April 18, 2019

Community buy-in and open dialogue are key in city, academia collaboration

Karen Lightman, executive director of the Metro21: Smart Cities Institute at Carnegie Mellon University, said relationships and engagement are crucial tools.

By Chris Teale • April 18, 2019

Chicago publishes ride-hailing info on open data portal

It provides the public with information about ride-hailing trips, drivers and vehicles, with sensitive personal information removed to protect privacy.

By Katie Pyzyk • April 16, 2019

Boston ranked as top global city for innovation

Consulting firm Hickey & Associates ranked cities based on their "millennial" populations, concentration of startups, ecosystems with universities and level of VC investments.

By Jason Plautz • April 15, 2019

President Trump, FCC announce new 5G spectrum auction, $20.4B rural fund

Trump said equity of access, particularly in rural areas that don't have access to broadband, is at the center of both announcements.

By Chris Teale • April 15, 2019

Bipartisan bill would help local governments prepare for cyber threats

Grants would be available for strengthening computer networks, identifying cyber threats, mitigating damage and recovering from a cyber attack, among other efforts.

By Jason Plautz • April 12, 2019

New innovation program will assist small cities, rural governments

Local government network ELGL and startup UrbanLeap launched the "Small Places, Big Ideas Innovation Cohort" for cities with 30,000 people or less.

By Chris Teale • April 12, 2019

Uber files for initial public offering

The ride-hailing giant shares concerns with Lyft over profitability and rising operating expenses, which could scare off investors.

By Chris Teale • April 12, 2019

San Diego, Verizon partner to accelerate 5G deployment

The company will spend more than $100 million on 5G infrastructure and equipment deployment, including light poles equipped for small cells.

By Jason Plautz • April 11, 2019

Innovation must ‘disentangle’ from tech as cities look to move forward

Speakers at an event to mark the release of the "Future of U.S. Cities" handbook said innovation can be as simple as making a permitting process more efficient.

By Chris Teale • April 10, 2019

Court rules San Francisco can limit 5G infrastructure over aesthetics

T-Mobile had sued the city over a 2011 ordinance that sought to limit installation of small cells if they detracted from the city’s beauty.

By Jason Plautz • April 10, 2019

Report: New York facial recognition pilot flops

A state pilot to use the tech to track drivers on the Robert F. Kennedy Bridge resulted in 0% of faces being identified "within acceptable parameters."

By Jason Plautz • April 10, 2019

Making 5G a reality by modernizing policy

With networks to soon be deployed across geographies, it is critical that unreasonable practices do not stand in the way and delay users from benefiting from 5G. 

By Marc Vancoppenolle • April 9, 2019

Global mayors sign pledge to better manage tourism

The pledge calls on cities and private partners to explore how tools like big data can be used to "make tourism a true contributor to the development of inclusive, resilient and sustainable cities."

By Jason Plautz • April 9, 2019