Technology
Technology is pivotal in modernizing local and state government operations, enhancing efficiency, transparency, and service delivery. From digital infrastructure to cybersecurity, technology enables governments to better meet the needs of their communities. Staying informed about the latest technological advancements is crucial for effective governance. This directory offers articles on technology, along with related topics like Product News, which covers the latest tools and innovations that can be integrated into government services.
The We Will Act Act law lets corrections officers and police use legal means — including jamming and hacking — to neutralize drones near prisons and other protected areas
A recent AI misstep by a police department shows why public safety agencies need clear, enforceable AI policies
The Desk Trooper Program allows drivers to work remotely with an FHP trooper if they get into a minor crash on Central Florida Expressway Authority’s 125 miles of tolled roads
City officials shut down the store after 23 employees fell ill, but now they’re trying to figure out how the virus spread
The best robots for a disaster are the robots that already exist in the health care and public safety sectors
The state of Rhode Island partnered with Verizon to create a high-volume virtual call center in days
The interactive map includes data from a survey of more than 1 million Facebook users
Front-line workers can find information on PPE, priority testing, alternative housing, discounts and donations, self-care and childcare on the website
New software the companies plan to add to phones would make it easier to use Bluetooth wireless technology to track down people who may have been infected by COVID-19
The app is designed to provide first responders with expert information and allow them to screen their symptoms
North Carolina is under a stay-at-home order that bans gatherings of more than 10 people, though there are exceptions for essential employees like those who work in government
The digital divide that disproportionately affects rural areas, African Americans, Latinos and Native Americans on tribal lands is now more burdensome than ever
Two options include work-from-home dispatchers and using data to drive staffing decisions
The businesses that equip and serve first responders are supporting the national emergency response with new products, free services and donations
People are selling fake tests and supplies and using phishing emails to collect personal and financial information
The digital divide leaves some of the most vulnerable Americans at a significant disadvantage when it comes to accessing the real-time information people need to respond to COVID-19
County systems are slowing coming back online following an attack by Ryuk, the Russian ransomware known for its targeting of local governments.
Cybercriminals have been using the coronavirus to entice victims into online scams
More things than people are now connected to the internet, and these connected objects are a new terrain for election interference.
