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.
While there has only been one officially recorded case of the UK variant in Missouri, wastewater samples tell a different story
In nine states, at least some jurisdictions have allowed certain voters to cast their ballots electronically via their home computers or through a mobile app
The hacker had sent a ransom note demanding 50 bitcoins, or about $2.4 million at the current exchange rate
Port of Antwerp, Belgium, reduces carbon dioxide emissions by 730,000 kilograms per year and eliminates congestion in the Antwerp Gateway.
The new building and zoning data tool will pull online permit, license and inspection information and map results by neighborhood or district.
Sound sensors in hydrants and software can detect water pipe leaks before they become big problems, saving money and millions of gallons of freshwater.
From tourism to public health and community policing, Pokemon GO and augmented reality apps can give cities an opportunity to engage citizens.
A tech sector data analytics company runs the numbers and comes up with an unexpected top 10 list of the best cities for recent tech grads.
Labor advocates, laborers and academics are creating a wage theft app that will collect daily work data and crack down on employers committing wage theft.
PoliceView, a tool created with open data, allows citizens of Johns Creek, Ga., to get their questions involving the police department’s work answered.
After negotiations failed, the Dallas Police Department uses a robot with explosives to stop a sniper targeting police officers at July 7th protests.
Mass shootings call attention to the limited ability to text 911. Senators and others take up the charge to implement more text dispatch systems.
Miami Dade County partners with Waze Connected Citizens to share data and gain traffic insights that can aid planning.
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.
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