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.
Practically speaking, there’s a big difference between scanning a network for vulnerabilities and actually breaking into it and extracting sensitive information. But that doesn’t mean these efforts don’t undermine the public’s trust.
The guidelines will likely fall short of expectations of auto safety advocates and the National Transportation Safety Board. In November, the NTSB condemned a lack of state and federal regulation for testing autonomous vehicles.
All these talking speakers, doorbell cameras and fitness trackers come with the promise of making life easier or more fun, but they’re also potentially powerful spying tools.
Lower costs, ridership barriers and passenger congestion are among the possible benefits
In January, the Portland Water Bureau in Oregon launched the first project in the U.S. to produce energy from in-pipe hydropower in a city water pipeline
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A new state Department of Natural Resources call center can issue permits at any time of day or night
Students will work with educators and environmentalists to study a “multiple-benefits approach” to mitigate the impact of California’s persistent drought
Google Fiber will bring San Antonio residents access to “Gigabit” Internet connections up to 1,000 Megabits per second
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Technology needs to keep pace with demand as urban areas around the world continue to grow. Experts debate whose job it is to keep our cities working
Fire departments nationwide are taking full advantage of federal, state and local grant opportunities to improve operations and invest in new technologies
This is the first online filing system allowing taxpayers to appeal their property tax assessment via the Internet
The innovative center uses games to promote learning about biological systems, civic activism, empathy and literacy
Mayor Lee improves availability of city data for entrepreneurs and residents to improve services
The Louisiana Business and Technology Center has reportedly received at least $1 million from the program over the past five years
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Solar-powered garbage cans offer enough bandwidth to power a startup
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