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Security Cameras May Be Key to Finding Boston Bomber

April 19, 2013 - Since 9/11, law enforcement agencies have used federal grants to buy surveillance cameras for areas across the country plagued by crime or potentially targeted for terrorism.

Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act Passes House

April 19, 2013 - Despite objections by civil liberty groups and White House reservations, CISPA passes in the House by a vote of 288 to 127.

Will Florida Regulate Drone Activity?

April 18, 2013 - Use of unmanned aircraft by law enforcement may become a reality in the Sunshine State.

Arrest of HIX Chief Doesn't Slow 'Covered California' Development

April 18, 2013 - Despite searching for a replacement for its IT chief, the California health insurance exchange is slated for an on-time launch.

NYC Web Platform Targets Near Miss Crashes

April 18, 2013 - A new crowdsourced website asks residents to document unsafe road conditions, hoping to inform city transportation decisions.

Why the Internet of Things Needs IPv6

April 18, 2013 - As the proliferation of Internet-connected devices continues, Vint Cerf says the “Internet of Things is upon us,” making the transition to IPv6 necessary.

North Carolina CIO Hones in on Collaboration, Training

April 18, 2013 - Though Chris Estes comes from the private sector, he may be ahead of the game.

Cybersecurity by the Numbers (Infographic)

April 18, 2013 - As both large- and small-scale cyberattacks on government are increasing, so too is the importance of cybersecurity.

Infrastructure at the Speed of Light

April 17, 2013 - It took just a year for Indiana officials to put together a major public-private bridge project. How did they do it?

Provo, Utah, Named Third Google Fiber City

April 17, 2013 - Provo, Utah, gets Google Fiber because it's consistently a top ranking city as one of the country's best places to live and do business.

Digital Public Library of America Opens Access to Resources

April 17, 2013 - A new platform will aggregate digital resources from libraries, museums and historical societies across the country.

California Bill to Restrict Wireless Communication Shutdowns Clears First Hurdle

April 17, 2013 - On April 16, a bill to prevent wireless communication interruption was approved by the Senate Energy, Utilities and Communications Committee.

Industry Perspective: Customer Service Makes Content King

April 17, 2013 - Setting service standards and using customer feedback to improve the user experience is easier than it seems.

Santa Clara, Calif., Combines Public Wi-Fi with Smart Metering

April 16, 2013 - The new advanced smart metering program sends meter data across a secure Wi-Fi channel while also providing free Wi-Fi access to the public.

Facebook, Attorneys General Partner for Teen Online Safety

April 16, 2013 - Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg will appear with 19 state attorneys general in a public education campaign to encourage safer teen behavior online.

Mobility Helps California Serve its Citizens

April 16, 2013 - Using a powerful combination of mobile apps and geospatial data, the California Technology Agency hopes to encourage families and businesses to relocate to the state.

Targeted Cyberespionage On the Rise in 2012

April 16, 2013 - Report also finds that in 2012, email traffic attacks most often targeted government.

Biometrics Improves Homeless Services in New Jersey

April 16, 2013 - New Jersey is expanding a local program that helps agencies track homeless services more accurately and in less time, increasing their chances of getting the federal funding they need.

Boston Uses Tech to Communicate After Marathon Explosions

April 15, 2013 - Boston PD solicits video footage of finish line, while Massachusetts governor asks for those who may have seen something to call and share their tips.

Hackathon Aims to Improve the San Francisco Experience

April 15, 2013 - New applications and platforms can lead to better service for tourists and citizens, said San Francisco Chief Innovation Officer Jay Nath.