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.
City officials point to concerns over residents’ civil rights and privacy as reasons for the bans
“The cloud presents a number of benefits you can’t get from most systems”
“A lot of people think that traditional surveying is sufficient. But from a safety perspective, that’s not the best way”
The Chicago City Council approves ride-hailing and short-term rental regulations, delaying Uber fingerprinting and requiring Airbnb to share listings data.
Including $40M from the U.S. Department of Transportation, a total of $140M will upgrade the Columbus transportation system with smart city innovations.
An Airbnb bill imposing penalties on those that rent in multi-unit buildings for less than 30 days, unless they are present, heads to governor’s desk.
Enforcing short term rental restrictions is an issue for smaller communities that must deal with complaints.
Copenhagen’s City Data Exchange is the first data marketplace to monetize civic data. But will it set the course for open data initiatives moving forward?
A Berlin ban, San Francisco crackdown, Chicago ordinance, New Orleans controversy and Connecticut-wide tax requirement highlight the war over Airbnb.
Civic leaders in Massachusetts address storage, cost, search and privacy issues and unanswered questions associated with law enforcement data
BMW gets contract to manufacture 100 LAPD electronic cars.
The city of Milton Keynes, England, is using its data hub MK:SMART to power a water monitoring trial aimed at reducing household water usage.
Guest columnist Matthew McKenna discusses best practices for managing third party access and privileged access management to prevent data loss and theft.
Where do mass shootings occur, and where can cities and others get verified data on gun violence?
When local law and innovation opportunities clash, such as with some cities and Uber, tech leaders can get terse on social media.
The city of Los Angeles, Calif., will provide 20M academics with access to city open data hubs through the gigabit broadband network CalREN.
Gov. Martin O’Malley, who suspended his bid for President earlier this year, joins MetroLab to share his expertise and experience in smart city solutions.
Microsoft is streamlining Windows core licensing to create more consistency and to better support hybrid cloud environments.
The website Bail Lab crowdsources ideas to address a bail system stuck on the inconvenience of “cash bail only” and has led to solutions at New York courts.
