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.
CognitiveEMS, developed by University of Virginia researchers, provides prompts to support responders’ decision-making
Sonoma County fire officials will “teach” an artificial intelligence system to identify smoke and avoid false positives
In some states, getting a COIVD-19 vaccination appointment has felt like winning the lottery, but it doesn’t have to be this way
With the city’s trove of data, Lakeland, Fla., CIO Terry Brigman leads a team finding smart solutions that increase the speed of government services.
Expanding the CALPIA e-waste recycling program increases offender training and creates more school computers, without adding state agency costs.
DHS is looking for a few good disrupters for first responder and security technology applications. Startups could get up to $800K and market access.
Overall Homeland Security cybersecurity funding is proposed to increase for 2018, but cut Science and Technology Directorate allocations by $100 million.
Since 2016, opioid terms searches on the Internet have spiked. Learn which are the most searched for terms, along with state and regional details.
GSA schedules impacted would be furniture, tools, hardware and appliances and office products/supplies and services, affecting some SLED procurement.
L.A. Metro buses are being outfitted with free WiFi in a new pilot project. MTA plans to upgrade all buses with the 4G LTE over the next few years.
Even if your organization has patched against Eternal Blue, Petya ransomware can still spread.
Find out why layered cybersecurity with active protection and application whitelisting safeguards public assets and data against zero day threats.
Voters just approved $50 million in grants for aquaculture, marine technology, forestry and agriculture.
A Syracuse, N.Y., ordinance proposes a limit of three small cells per pole and disallows the units on ornamental streetlights.
The U.S. Department of Justice has announced a new partnership with 12 new cities to provide operations and diagnostic support to fight crime.
Department of Homeland Security confirmed they have evidence that hackers scanned voter registration systems in 21 states ahead of the 2016 election.
Learn how local governments are working with numerous states, federal and private partners to make smart transportation a reality for Central Ohio.
Old pipes carrying natural gas are leaking methane. Google and partners found a way to scale up detection and better target infrastructure investments.
Mozilla and NSF are looking for innovative wireless solutions that help connect people to the Internet after disasters and in disconnected communities.
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