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States Roll Out Plans for 'Smarter' Roads

May 21, 2009 - Nearly half the states plan to use some of their new funds to pay for high-tech gadgets that will reduce congestion, help the environment and create jobs quickly.

Broadband Stimulus Fund Requirements Released by Feds: Jul 1, 2009 - The federal government released its application standards for state and local governments to receive broadband stimulus money.
New York City Emulating D.C.'s Apps for Democracy Contest: Jul 1, 2009 - Mayor Michael Bloomberg announces a series of IT initiatives for improved transparency.
Cape Cod Broadband Network May Be Model Stimulus Project: Jun 29, 2009 - OpenCape demonstrates a business model that local governments seeking broadband stimulus money may want to study.
Virginia Governor Appoints Tech Board Members: Jun 26, 2009 - Broadband Advisory Council, and the Wireless E-911 Board.
Yogurt Talks, the Chips are Silent: Europe Outlines Actions to Promote "Internet of Things": Jun 18, 2009 - Also addressing IPv6, to allow enough IP addresses to handle the billions of objects expected to connect to the Internet.
Broadband Indispensible to Americans, Survey Finds: Jun 18, 2009 - In hard times, cell phone and TV service cut before Internet.
Senate Bill Could Give Smart Infrastructure a Second Chance (Opinion): Jun 16, 2009 - The move could spur ‘smart' infrastructure and intelligent transportation systems.
Australia's Economic Stimulus Creates National Broadband Infrastructure: Jun 15, 2009 - Australia National Broadband Network reaches isolated rural areas.
Broadband Stimulus Should Require Maps First, Say Congressmen: Jun 15, 2009 - Applicants for broadband stimulus should have to complete broadband maps before receiving stimulus funding, two Congressmen say.
What's the Public CIO's Role With Broadband Stimulus? Part 2: Jun 12, 2009 - To get a stimulus-funded, broadband network off the ground, needs analysis and partnerships are crucial.
New York Seeks New Approach to Ad-Based Free Wi-Fi: Jun 11, 2009 - The New York Department of Information Technology and Telecommunications seeks vendor suggestions for a new ad-based free Wi-Fi strategy.
New York City Urges Groups to Apply for Broadband Stimulus Funds: Jun 10, 2009 - New York City encourages not-for-profit technology organizations to apply for stimulus dollars provided by the Broadband Technology Opportunities Program.
What's the Public CIO's Role With Broadband Stimulus?: Jun 4, 2009 - When building a community broadband network, local government IT leaders must be smart, shrewd and honest in the mad dash for federal dollars.
Use Stimulus Dollars Wisely on the Journey to Cloud Computing: Jun 2, 2009 -
FCC Releases Report on Broadband for Rural America: May 28, 2009 - "We have built out canals, bridges, electricity, telephone service, roads and highways. Now, with much history to learn from and with an array of technological resources at our disposal, we can and will do it again."
Using Virtual War Rooms for More Effective Emergency Response: May 27, 2009 - Webinar on Virtual War Rooms
New York City Wireless Network Goes Live Citywide: May 22, 2009 - New York City Wireless Network goes live, providing emergency responders high-speed connectivity across the city.
States Roll Out Plans for 'Smarter' Roads: May 21, 2009 - Nearly half the states plan to use some of their new funds to pay for high-tech gadgets that will reduce congestion, help the environment and create jobs quickly.
Kevin Kealy of AT&T: New Technology Often Has Unforeseen Consequences: May 14, 2009 - Chief security scientist says with technology, like mobile phones, being used for more purposes, beware of misuse and negative consequences.
EU Adopts RFID Privacy Recommendations: May 13, 2009 - Refrigerators report when food reaches its expiration date, automobiles communicate to avoid accidents or traffic jams. Baggage routes itself within airports, and everyday objects connect, report, and interact.