Streets’ many users, their large amount of potential data and the complexity of standing up digital curb systems can pose challenges. A digital map or street inventory can be a first step for local government.
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As Maryland works to bolster cybersecurity, the state has introduced a modular zero‑trust framework, an “architecture of trust” and an 18‑month implementation phase. -
The city recently launched the first phase of an online permitting portal, reflecting a larger, nationwide gov tech trend. An official leading that effort tells what the city has learned so far.
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Shawn Smith will step down this month as IT director for Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to join the Tennessee consolidated city-county as its permanent CIO. He replaces an interim CIO who has been in place since mid-2024.
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The Nevada Governor’s Technology Office has gone live with a refreshed site intended to be easier to modify as updates are needed — but more accessible and easier to use as well, with standardized layouts.
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From Pilot to Launch: What will it take to scale AI in government?
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As fears of an AI “bubble” persist, officials and gov tech suppliers are looking to move past pilots and deploy larger, more permanent projects that bring tangible benefits. But getting there is easier said than done. -
Artificial intelligence has been dominant for several years. But where has government taken it? More than a decade after the GT100's debut, companies doing business in the public sector are ready to prove their worth.
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The boom of early Internet in the mid-1990s upended government IT. The rise of artificial intelligence isn't exactly the same, but it isn't completely different. What can we learn from 30 years ago?
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As artificial intelligence and digital tools continually reshape their coursework, students say common frustrations include a lack of clear AI guidance, an overabundance of tools and apps, and Wi-Fi connectivity issues.
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The state Senate bill would bar police from using automated license plate reader data for immigration enforcement. It has cleared both legislative chambers and heads to the governor’s desk for a signature.
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The program would involve sending drones out on 911 calls ahead or instead of police officers and would require a new technology contract. One result so far has been a saved life.
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The tutoring and college-prep company Studyville Enterprises is nearly quadrupling its staff in the next five years and further developing its tutoring performance tracking and literacy software.
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Plus, Baltimore’s new AI computer lab aims to bring digital skills to the community, stakeholder groups have submitted comments to the FCC on the state of U.S. broadband deployment, and more.
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A "software misconfiguration" in an online grant system at the Texas General Land Office exposed personal information from more than 40,000 people. The issue came to light in late July and was immediately resolved.
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A regional trash hauler is seeking 25-year pickup contracts from cities and counties in the southeastern area. It is also finalizing negotiations with a disposal company that uses AI and robotics to sort trash.
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Given the relative frequency of school shootings nationwide, Connecticut schools are fielding concerns from parents about whether and how they can reach their kids in an emergency.
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U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz has released a legislative framework that would let AI developers waive some regulations in an effort to advance new technologies, but experts warn there are privacy and security risks.
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A handful of Pennsylvania universities were among the inaugural members of the Google AI for Education Accelerator, which provides students, faculty and staff with free access to AI training.
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