Tech & Data: Page 6

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    Are local governments prepared for AI? 38% of IT leaders say not at all

    A survey found that 38% of IT leaders felt their local government was “not prepared at all” to safely use AI technology. Top concerns included security, privacy issues and a lack of necessary skills.

    By • Nov. 26, 2024
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    2022 Crown Communities Award winner: Real-time air quality monitoring app from Southern California air quality management district

    For its benefit to the local community, inclusivity and the district’s outside-the-box thinking, AQMD’s Mobile App is a recipient of this year’s American City and County Crown Community Award.

    By Andy Castillo • Nov. 26, 2024
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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
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    AI could help cities tackle climate change, but only if it solves ‘real problems’: NYC climate chief

    “We don’t need AI or big data to tell us with much greater detail how screwed we are as a city or as a planet,” Rohit Aggarwala said at Cornell Tech’s Urban Tech Summit last week.

    By Ysabelle Kempe • Nov. 26, 2024
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    As digital IDs proliferate, states must consider security implications

    Mobile IDs (mID) are a great way to improve citizen experience. They offer streamlined access to government services, improving accessibility for underserved populations and reducing burdensome wait times at places like the DMV. But, as mID adoption increases nationwide, governments must ensure their security or risk exposing personal information to cybercriminals.

    By Jim Coyle • Nov. 21, 2024
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    Uber, Lyft plan robotaxi fleet expansions

    With Tesla planning to produce robotaxis and compete with existing ride-hail companies as soon as 2025, Uber and Lyft are adding partnerships to enter new cities with driverless vehicles.

    By • Nov. 21, 2024
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    Harnessing data for safer communities

    When ranking the most significant developments of the digital age, the evolution of data storage does not garner many glamour points. Yet few innovations have had such a profound impact on the ability to develop new technologies and perform tasks previously unimaginable. The ability to gather, store and analyze almost unlimited amounts of data has transformed almost every aspect of society, including law enforcement.

    By Taw North • Nov. 18, 2024
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    Technologies transforming public safety

    Learn how modern public safety technology solutions are helping police and law enforcement serve, protect, and engage communities.

    By Shane Ruiz • Nov. 18, 2024
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    Small budget, strong security: Why Zero Trust is key to protecting critical infrastructure

    Traditional security measures, reliant on perimeter defense, are no longer sufficient. Agencies must stop solely focusing on perimeter defenses and flip the paradigm with an inside-out strategy. This strategy mirrors how threats operate, enabling faster detection and neutralization before escalation, and ultimately building the resilience needed for modern defenses. This approach is at the heart of Zero Trust.

    By Gary Barlet • Nov. 15, 2024
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    OpenAI shares its five-pillar blueprint for building AI infrastructure in the U.S.

    The creator of ChatGPT and one of the leading purveyors of AI has shared what it described as its blueprint for building AI infrastructure in the U.S.—and federal, state and local community buy-in for the plan is key.

    Nov. 14, 2024
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    Google, NLC issue AI guide for city leaders

    The digital divide that has plagued cities could turn into an “AI divide” as some local governments experiment with the technologies while others lack access, said a Google executive.

    By Ysabelle Kempe • Nov. 14, 2024
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    ‘Building a technology-friendly environment’: Detroit to accept cryptocurrency payments in 2025

    Detroit announced it is on track to become the largest city in the U.S. to accept cryptocurrency as a form of payment for taxes and other fees.

    By • Nov. 8, 2024
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    How ‘floating car data’ can help cities tackle traffic

    Smart city technology can save transportation agencies money and inform conversations with the public, says a white paper by consulting firm Frost & Sullivan.

    By • Nov. 7, 2024
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    Ransomware presents a growing threat to vulnerable local governments

    In the past, cities and counties were not a prime target for ransomware attacks, says Rahul Mahna, a partner who leads the Outsourced IT Services team at Eisner Advisory Group LLC.

    By Michael Keating • Nov. 6, 2024
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    People are skeptical of robotaxis — until they use one: JD Power

    Fear about autonomous driving technology tends to subside after a person experiences it for themselves, an October J.D. Power study found.

    By Kalena Thomhave • Nov. 5, 2024
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    Heat mapping program opens 2025 applications, offering financial and technical support

    Applications for the Center for Collaborative Heat Monitoring program are due in January, but communities that express interest by Nov. 15 can get paired up with a mentor community.

    By Ysabelle Kempe • Nov. 4, 2024
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    2024 elections meet social media – How local governments can stay ahead

    Social media is a critical aspect of the 2024 election in different ways from years prior. This is due to younger generation voters engaging on platforms like X, Instagram and TikTok, and with half of all U.S. adults saying they at least sometimes get news via social media, according to a 2023 Pew Research Center survey.

    By Eric Grant • Nov. 1, 2024
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    Opinion

    Traverse City’s broadband project is a cautionary tale for other communities

    As a former telecommunications executive who created business plans for fiber networks, I’ve watched Traverse City, Mich.’s efforts to build a fiber municipal broadband network with both interest and concern.

    By Gerald DeGrazia • Oct. 29, 2024
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    New York unveils daily wildfire risk map

    As dry weather fuels brush fires in the state, officials and researchers launched a data tool they say will get critical information to the public and firefighters more quickly.

    By Ysabelle Kempe • Oct. 29, 2024
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    Robotaxi company Waymo raises $5.6B to expand operations

    The company plans to use the money to bring its “Waymo One” commercial ride-hailing service to more U.S. cities.

    By Eric Walz • Oct. 29, 2024
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    As cyber threats evolve, cities and counties need to safeguard staffers’ mobile devices

    No question, more local governments are facing cyber threats in 2024, says Tim LeMaster, vice president, worldwide systems engineering at Lookout.

    By Michael Keating • Oct. 25, 2024
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    Building smarter, stronger communities with an AI-enhanced government workforce

    There are an estimated 20.3 million public sector employees in the United States, representing a significant 13% of the country’s active workforce. The implications for turnover are staggering, as several thousand of these employees retire each year on average as others constantly join.

    By Jeff Green • Oct. 24, 2024
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    The future of flying: FAA’s final air taxi rule could have cities looking more like ‘The Jetsons’

    Changes are coming to city and county airspace that could turn a science-fiction dream into a reality.

    By • Oct. 24, 2024
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    Philadelphia bans rent-setting software, joining San Francisco

    The software lets residential landlords indirectly coordinate, raising rents, lowering occupancy rates and increasing evictions, lawmakers say. San Francisco’s ban is in effect, while Philadelphia’s awaits the mayor’s signature.

    By Mary Salmonsen • Updated Oct. 30, 2024
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    Serve Robotics debuts faster, larger delivery robots to be deployed in 2 cities

    The sidewalk robots, which are outfitted with new safety measures, will hit the streets in coming months as part of Serve's deal with Uber Eats.

    By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Oct. 16, 2024
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    Eviction data is lacking. Here’s how local governments can help.

    Local leaders need to understand the magnitude of the housing crisis in their area to act on it, a Princeton Eviction Lab representative says.

    By Camila Vallejo • Oct. 14, 2024