Rise of the Chief Data Officer: Cities learn to crunch the numbers

CDOs bring increased transparency and accountability to local government, and their presence is increasing nationwide.

By Chris Teale • April 26, 2018

Verizon still anticipates 2018 5G rollout

Company representatives said three to five cities, including Sacramento, will be the first to get the technology.

By Katie Pyzyk • April 25, 2018

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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

Uber to test hiding pick-up/drop-off locations from driver logs

An Uber spokeswoman confirmed that the pilot is "driven by our privacy organization" as the company works toward improving data protection and safety.

By Chris Teale • April 25, 2018

Future-proofing the public sector for AI innovation

Cities need to begin building a new foundation today with data platforms that are reimagined from the ground-up for the modern era of intelligent analytics. 

By Gary Newgaard • April 24, 2018

AT&T rolls out '5G Evolution' in more than 100 new markets

The technology arrives in 24 states and Puerto Rico, but it has elicited criticism, derided as "a meaningless marketing move."

By Chris Teale • April 23, 2018

Portland, OR to improve infrastructure planning through bike data collection

Ride Report app users can track their cycling progress and provide feedback on facilities to the city.

By Katie Pyzyk • April 23, 2018

Congress introduces $5.5M bill to modernize flood mapping

The bill would require FEMA to carry out a pilot program to "enhance the mapping of urban flooding" and share data with homeowners and businesses.

By Kristin Musulin • April 20, 2018

University lab to test autonomous roofing drones

Drones that can inspect and install roofs are one type of flying vehicle in the spotlight at the University of Michigan's M-Air.

By Joe Beeton • April 20, 2018

Report: Future of DC-Baltimore region depends on AV adoption

University of Maryland researchers assessed the impact of autonomous vehicle growth as well as changing land-use and gas prices in the region.

By Chris Teale • April 20, 2018

Los Angeles councilman calls for legal action against Waze

David Ryu said the wayfinding app is diverting drivers onto neighborhood streets, and that the city attorney must consider "any and all" options.

By Chris Teale • April 19, 2018

Columbus, OH launches its Smart Columbus Operating System

The system will manage 1,100 data feeds and distribute them to government offices and private sector companies.

By Kristin Musulin • Updated May 17, 2018

Nokia launches joint program to fund Canadian smart city projects

Around $2 billion CAD will be available from Smart Cities Capital to cities that want to develop and test new innovations.

By Chris Teale • April 18, 2018

Coord enhances mobility marketplace with release of Curbs, Tolls APIs

The Sidewalk Labs-backed data company says it is "driven by a vision of seamless mobility for everyone."

By Kristin Musulin • April 18, 2018

UC-Davis partners with Sacramento on 'Aggie Square' innovation hub

The 25-acre site on the university's campus will unite researchers and city leaders to solve urban issues and help small businesses grow.

By Chris Teale • April 17, 2018

Orlando introduces new website for government services

Residents can now report problems and pay parking tickets, among other features, as part of Mayor Buddy Dyer's push to make the city a tech hub.

By Chris Teale • April 16, 2018

Report: Denver attracts highly skilled labor faster than any other US city

The Mile-High City led Washington, DC and Philadelphia, with traditional tech hubs like Boston and San Francisco lagging behind.

By Chris Teale • April 16, 2018

Adapting to urban mobility: New trends in transportation

In the process of managing urban mobility, governments must create a competitive edge in transportation that they can implement for their citizens and tourists.

By Isabella Groegor-Cechowicz • April 13, 2018

Why Microsoft is beefing up its IoT and AI cloud offerings

CEO Satya Nadella has hammered out a roadmap for the company centered on enterprise clients with a focus on artificial intelligence technologies. 

By Alex Hickey • April 12, 2018

Dubai to test smart license plates

The city has pushed pilots for dozens of innovations as it competes for recognition as one of the world's most technologically advanced smart cities.

By Katie Pyzyk • April 12, 2018

Uber announcements emphasize public partnerships, desire to reduce vehicle ownership

Uber users will soon be able to rent cars and electric bikes through the app, which will also partner on public transportation information and traffic and curbside data.

By Chris Teale • April 12, 2018

Atlanta launches ‘Open Checkbook’ portal for expenditure transparency

The portal, which was announced in April, will offer historical trends and projected expenses "regardless of financial acumen" to allow users to analyze the city's spending.

By Kristin Musulin • Updated Sept. 5, 2018

Sidewalk Labs to start testing Toronto ‘smart city’ this summer

Construction could begin as early as 2020, the company's CEO told Reuters, with residents able to move in as early as 2022.

By Chris Teale • April 10, 2018

Arizona State University launches smart cities center

The Center for Smart Cities and Regions will join science and technology research with urban governance.

By Katie Pyzyk • April 10, 2018

Q&A: How a Chief Knowledge Officer is boosting innovation in Kansas City, KS

Alan Howze, who has held the position since August 2016, has helped launch an app for residents to pay taxes and report issues, and has participated in the city's plan to lay more fiber.

By Chris Teale • April 10, 2018

Wireless research testbeds to launch in NYC, Salt Lake City

The National Science Foundation partnered with universities, businesses and government on the testbeds, and committed $50 million in funding over the next seven years.

By Chris Teale • April 9, 2018