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Katya Diaz

Staff Writer

Katya Diaz is a staff writer for Government Technology. She has a bachelor’s degree in journalism and a master’s degree in global strategic communications from Florida International University.

 

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Policy
Social Media Laws Could Soon Be Tested at the Supreme Court
New laws in Florida and Texas set the stage for states to have more control over what’s posted on social media, but that could soon be tested at the U.S. Supreme Court and mean potential changes to the First Amendment.
October 20, 2022
 · Katya Diaz
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Cybersecurity
Cyber Roles Evolve to Meet the Growing Threat Imperative
As cybersecurity threats change over time, so do the jobs of those tasked with fighting them. In many states, the CISO is now working outside the IT agency to protect the wider enterprise.
October/November 2022
 · Katya Diaz
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Cloud & Computing
Missouri Takes a User-Focused Approach to Overhauling State IT
Armed with approximately $126 million in funding, the state’s Information Technology Services Division is taking a closer look at where their applications intersect with citizens and how to better improve their experiences.
October 10, 2022
 · Katya Diaz
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Broadband and Network
What One Library Is Doing With Federal Broadband Funding
For Chicago Ridge Public Library, funding from the Emergency Connectivity Fund has gone toward purchasing new laptops and Wi-Fi hot spots to help residents connect to the Internet.
September 20, 2022
 · Katya Diaz
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Workforce & People
No More Walled Garden: Georgia’s New CTO Talks About the Future
A week after taking over as chief technology officer for the Georgia Technology Authority, Dmitry Kagansky shared his vision for the agency and how he hopes to optimize state IT across the board.
September 09, 2022
 · Katya Diaz
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Broadband and Network
Can State, Local Gov Use Broadband Expansion to Create Jobs?
The short answer, according to industry experts, is yes, it can. In fact, some states are already expanding their broadband workforces with the help of new federal and state government funding.
September 07, 2022
 · Katya Diaz
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Broadband and Network
What Is a State Broadband Advisory Board?
At its core, a broadband advisory board is made up of individuals from different sectors who advise state broadband programs, governors or legislatures. However, not all advisory boards are the same.
August 31, 2022
 · Katya Diaz
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Broadband and Network
How Can State, Local Gov Help Ensure Sustainable Broadband?
According to industry experts, the answer varies based on each state or community's needs, and some examples include obtaining federal broadband funding, creating long-term plans and anticipating future challenges.
August 25, 2022
 · Katya Diaz
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Broadband and Network
Fort Worth, Texas, Partners With Cisco to Expand Wi-Fi Connectivity
Starting this fall, an estimated 40,000 residents residing in five local neighborhoods will have access to free Wi-Fi under an expanded city network called CFW Neighborhood.
August 17, 2022
 · Katya Diaz
Broadband
Broadband and Network
Tips for State Broadband Offices Prepping for BEAD Funding
On Aug. 15, states must submit initial planning funds applications to the NTIA to receive federal broadband funding. One industry expert and three state broadband directors share what to expect.
August 12, 2022
 · Katya Diaz
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