An enterprise geographic information systems platform is how the Washington Department of Health aims to get more useful data into the hands of health officials. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Stitching…
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New Hampshire could play ‘leading role’ in promoting blockchain, report says
A governor’s commission said it is an “important technological innovation,” and recommended the state play a robust regulatory role to support its growth. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: New Hampshire could…
Data index helps officials allocate opioid settlement funds
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services recently launched a county-level social vulnerability index that officials can use to make data-driven decisions on how to efficiently spend opioid settlement funds. This article has been indexed from GCN – All…
Dozens of US schools, universities move to ban TikTok
The social media platform TikTok is falling out of favor among school officials as the app becomes increasingly dangerous for cyberattacks and students’ physical and mental health. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original…
How misinformed citizens put government personnel in harm’s way
What happens online can turn into physical threats. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: How misinformed citizens put government personnel in harm’s way
White House wants input on crypto tech R&D agenda
The feedback will inform priorities for developing digital asset technologies, including potential for a central bank digital currency. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: White House wants input on crypto tech R&D…
SAFHER cloud-based platform for regulating food and agriculture comes closer to fruition
The System for Agriculture, Food, Health, E-Inspections, and Registration enterprise platform will replace the legacy systems USA Food Safety and USA Plants. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: SAFHER cloud-based platform for…
It takes a team to secure operational technology
State and local governments must look for federal and private-sector partners. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: It takes a team to secure operational technology
How one state cut its vehicle titling time down to a few days
West Virginia is the first state in the nation to digitize its titling process, but a DMV overhaul must be handled with care. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: How one state…
Plan for federal AI research and development resource emphasizes diversity in innovation
The National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource Task Force released its operating framework, making the case for implementation. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Plan for federal AI research and development resource emphasizes…
CISA releases guide to help safeguard K-12 schools from cyber threats
CISA’s report, which was mandated by the K-12 Cybersecurity Act of 2021, outlined a variety of steps that primary and secondary schools can take to bolster their cyber defenses. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read…
Cyber grants: Some governments may be ‘totally left out’
Experts said the $1 billion State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program is admirable for its emphasis on planning, but it may not deliver much direct cash at the local level. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content…
Smart street pilots aim to curb parking violations
Chicago plans to use cameras to enforce parking rules, boost safety for pedestrians and cyclists and streamline operations in commercial loading zones. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Smart street pilots aim…
Cyber grants could leave some governments ‘totally left out’
Experts said the $1 billion State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program is admirable for its emphasis on planning, but it may not deliver much direct cash at the local level. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content…
States look to speed fiber installation across railroad tracks
Virginia’s legislature wants to cap crossing fees and speed up the review process, but railroad companies say current practices protect safety. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: States look to speed fiber…
What’s in a word? FCC’s proposed data breach rule redefines key terms
The public now has the opportunity to provide insight on the value and impact such redefinitions would have on incident reporting. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: What’s in a word? FCC’s…
State eyes sports betting kiosks
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission wants to know if and how it can safely and profitably introduce sports betting machines at retailers. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: State eyes sports betting kiosks
Executive order blocks state business with ‘evil foreign governments’
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem’s order will ensure companies associated with hostile nations do not access state infrastructure or data through IT or telecommunications contracts. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Executive…
The future of quantum security will be encoded in light, researchers hope
Swiss researchers, funded in part by the U.S., are developing a stronger network security countermeasure to combat the potential of a viable quantum computing system. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: The…
Facial recognition: Can fake data produce real results?
Diversifying training datasets with computer-generated faces may help break down bias in the technology, but one expert says using synthetic images is a step too far. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article:…
AI-enabled robots may increase recycling, workplace safety
Automating the recycling sorting process can increase waste management efficiency and play a valuable role in reducing environmental contamination. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: AI-enabled robots may increase recycling, workplace safety
Automated vehicles coming to Ohio roads
The state will test trucks equipped with platooning technology along its Smart Mobility Corridor, and automated passenger vehicles will spend a year driving on rural roads. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article:…
Tech gig workers love the flexibility, report finds
As the government looks to fill tech positions, it could consider offering some of the benefits that workers like about freelancing, such as flexibility and remote work. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original…
NIST releases potential updates to its cybersecurity framework
The National Institute of Standards and Technology wants to expand the cybersecurity guidance’s scope and foster more international collaboration, among other proposed changes. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: NIST releases potential…
‘If we can do it, why can’t you?’ local gov tech veteran asks
Jack Kennedy reflects on a career breaking the mold and bringing innovation to rural Virginia’s Wise County and City of Norton Circuit Court. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: ‘If we can…
Challenges quickly test creative solutions to operational snags
Long Beach’s annual smart city challenge focuses on improving customer satisfaction with service delivery. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Challenges quickly test creative solutions to operational snags
Tech keeps city’s fleet vehicles within speed limits
Active intelligent speed assistance technology has kept drivers from speeding and cut hard braking by more than a third, New York City Mayor Eric Adams said. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article:…
How data sharing amplifies benefits programs
When information is shared across agencies, leaders can craft more equitable solutions and unlock the full potential of available resources. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: How data sharing amplifies benefits programs
States should follow feds in Chinese tech bans
With a recent report citing at least 1,600 state and local agencies still buying IT and communications equipment from China, one researcher advised they follow federal guidance more closely. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read…
Flood forecasts in real-time with block-by-block data could save lives – a new machine learning method makes it possible
A sophisticated flood model can be used to train local flood hazard models that can pinpoint conditions street by street using real-time storm forecasts. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Flood forecasts…
Texas universities block access to TikTok on campus Wi-Fi networks
It’s the latest step to limit access to the service after Gov. Greg Abbott directed state agencies to ban the app on government-issued devices citing cybersecurity risks. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original…
Communities are rethinking their push for data centers
More governments are looking into the environmental effects of data centers on neighborhoods. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Communities are rethinking their push for data centers
Governor calls for $37M boost in drone funding
North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum proposed $30 million for the state’s unmanned aerial system traffic control network and $7 million for a business and aviation park in Grand Forks. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read…
Future-proofing smart cities with open standards
Open standards can help smart cities prevent tech obsolescence and maximize growth. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Future-proofing smart cities with open standards
Hinds County electronic system knocked offline, blocking jail, courts and DA communication
A power outage left one county’s criminal justice systems unable to share data, blocking individuals from paying bail or being released from jail. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Hinds County electronic…
States look to feds for help building a more robust cyber workforce
The National Association of State Chief Information Officers called on the federal government to help address the shortage of skilled cyber workers and urged flexible implementation of the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program. This article has been indexed from…
What motivates remote workers to protect IT assets?
Researchers found that fear of what could go wrong is the primary driver in getting remote workers to protect IT systems. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: What motivates remote workers to…
NSF awards $29M in new CyberCorps scholarship for service grants
The funding will go to nine universities in 2023 to support building the next generation of cyber professionals to serve local, state and federal governments. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: NSF…
How to effectively build a smart city infrastructure
An integration platform as a service solution supports data integration and cross-platform efficiency for resident health and safety, sustainability efforts and citizen engagement. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: How to effectively…
Lifting efficiency and innovation with an enterprise platform
One large agency’s hybrid digital platform helped it overcome challenges related to its structure, risk aversion and culture. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Lifting efficiency and innovation with an enterprise platform
Police tech requires better trained officers, more cybersecurity
State governments should also build in more oversight around data collection and privacy, according to researchers at the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Police tech requires…
New York gives cyber initiatives a $35M boost
Gov. Kathy Hochul said the extra investment would expand shared cybersecurity services to local governments. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: New York gives cyber initiatives a $35M boost
Data service tracks, analyzes electric vehicle travel
StreetLight Data’s EV Mode gives mobility planners detailed data that can help them efficiently build out EV infrastructure. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Data service tracks, analyzes electric vehicle travel
Governments view open source as critical for enhancing digital services, experts say
The U.S. government is “still in the process of organizing and coordinating” its own strategy around the use of open source software, according to a CISA official. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original…
Broadband maps for Indian Country called ‘horrible,’ ‘egregious’ and ‘negligent’
Tribal advocates say the FCC’s maps are symbolic of wider, systemic issues, but help may be on the way via a new Virtual Tribal Broadband Office. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article:…
City to integrate fleet vehicles with GPS network
Cincinnati aims to modernize its fleet using GPS that tracks vehicle location, collects engine data and improves communication among drivers and dispatch. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: City to integrate fleet…
Running fiber-optic cable to rural communities is part of Maine’s ambitious broadband plan
Maine’s governor has pledged that everyone in the state who wants high-speed internet will be able to get it by the end of 2024. In just one small, Down East town, that means installing 60 miles of fiber-optic cable. This…
No good deed goes unpunished: How phishing exploits gov workers
Phishing attacks target employees’ natural curiosity and their commitment to public service, experts say. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: No good deed goes unpunished: How phishing exploits gov workers
Cyberattack turns up the heat on common security problems
The ransomware attack that crippled a New York county again demonstrated the need for investment, regular updates and an enterprisewide approach to security. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Cyberattack turns up…
Counties to field red team pen testers
The Atlanta Regional Commission wants help conducting penetration tests on local county IT systems. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Counties to field red team pen testers
AI might be seemingly everywhere, but there are still plenty of things it can’t do – for now
Artificial intelligence remains a powerful tool for analytic and predictive capabilities, but just interpreting data is not enough to put AI on the same level of human thinking, one expert says. This article has been indexed from GCN – All…
NIST cooks up modified yeast for responder biothreat training
The yeast reference material has qualities similar to harmful biological agents, enabling first responders to practice detecting biothreats. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: NIST cooks up modified yeast for responder biothreat…
‘We have nothing’ showing UFOs are of alien origin, defense official says
So far, data has not shown unidentified anomalous phenomena to be from an alien source, according to defense officials. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: ‘We have nothing’ showing UFOs are of…
FCC releases proposed rule to give drones more spectrum access
As unmanned aircraft systems have increasingly versatile uses, the FCC wants comments on how best to share band access with more connected devices. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: FCC releases proposed…
The places seeing growth in the semiconductor sector so far
With a major federal push underway to boost production of microchips in the U.S., a trade group for the industry highlights over 40 major projects nationwide. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article:…
City bus reliability picks up with automatic vehicle location tech
Real-time location data increases the efficiency of bus operations and boosts rider trust. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: City bus reliability picks up with automatic vehicle location tech
Real vulnerability management goes beyond NIST’s Cybersecurity Framework
Rather than solely relying on the typical defensive playbook, state and local government agencies must develop a proactive and risk-based approach to cybersecurity. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Real vulnerability management…
Portable gunshot detector senses firearms’ sound and flash
The system uses the sound and flash of the fired gun to identify and validate each shot, reducing response times and false positives. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Portable gunshot detector…
CDC wants real-time data on COVID, flu vaccine effectiveness
The public health agency aims to increase its use of real-time data to track the effectiveness of respiratory vaccines and is looking for possible vendor solutions. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article:…
Caltrans serves up dashboard, metrics for local transit agencies
An interactive dashboard designed to track implementation of contactless fare payments helped local California transit agencies see where they could make travel simpler and more cost-effective. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article:…
Flexibility, culture key to attracting laid-off tech workers
State and local agencies looking to pick up staff from layoffs at tech companies should be “leaning into different flexibilities,” said one expert. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Flexibility, culture key…
Can machine learning predict the next big disaster?
Combining statistical algorithms with machine learning allows for accurate extreme weather predictions without the need for massive amounts of historical data, a new study found. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Can…
Language accessibility a growing priority for cities
City websites using machine translations still look to humans to ensure accuracy. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Language accessibility a growing priority for cities
More with less: City cuts back website, increases engagement
A customer-focused information architecture helped Olathe improve customer experience for residents and streamline workflow for staff. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: More with less: City cuts back website, increases engagement
Broadband equity impossible without data integrity
Agencies need access to accurate, consistent and contextualized data to close the digital divide. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Broadband equity impossible without data integrity
Lack of cloud backups poses a ‘real problem’ for data protection, expert says
A Veeam report found that a third of IT leaders did not think their cloud data needed to be backed up for security. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Lack of cloud…