Employees are more comfortable with artificial intelligence for task automation compared with monitoring, performance management and human resources purposes, the survey finds. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: A survey of over…
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Understanding why government automation projects fail
COMMENTARY | A deep, data-driven analysis of workflows will give agencies a true, accurate and unbiased picture of actual operations and show where automation can streamline processes. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original…
Treasury reopens ‘help desk’ for states and localities
The call center, which fielded 300 calls and about 2,000 emails a week before it was shut down, provided governments with assistance on the handling of various pandemic-related programs. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read…
Modernization needs partners inside, outside government
Local leaders say they need buy-in from users as well as partners who can walk them through modernization. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Modernization needs partners inside, outside government
How data gaps feed inequity
Fully representative datasets are crucial for creating accurate narratives and targeted interventions. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: How data gaps feed inequity
Microsoft to expand program that grows economic development in rural areas
The tech giant is set to expand TechSpark to all 50 states as it looks to grow place-based economic development opportunities through digital skills training. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Microsoft…
Feds push local election officials to boost security ahead of 2024
Local election officials are encouraged to beef up their cybersecurity practices to safeguard their voting systems against potential threats heading into the 2024 presidential race. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Feds…
What are the pros and cons of digital workers?
Organizations should consider the costs—and ethics—of implementing an artificial intelligence-enabled workforce. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: What are the pros and cons of digital workers?
Inclusive innovation spurs equity, self-sufficiency
As local governments test out the latest technologies, they are ensuring vulnerable populations are not left behind. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Inclusive innovation spurs equity, self-sufficiency
Public safety data officer wants to break silos, make data more transparent
Better use of data can help the business community work with the city to reduce crime, according to the Greater Baltimore Community’s new public safety data officer. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original…
IoT network delivers real-time data on parking availability
Data from low-power internet-of-things sensors buried under 4,500 on-street parking spaces will help Arlington County better understand the feasibility of demand-based pricing for metered curb space. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article:…
We pitted ChatGPT against tools for detecting AI-written text, and the results are troubling
The race between tools that generate artificial intelligence-enabled text and the tools to detect nonhuman writing has no clear winner. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: We pitted ChatGPT against tools for…
How mainframe as a service eased end-of-life transitions
The cloud-based model allowed two Florida agencies time to better plan their systems modernization. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: How mainframe as a service eased end-of-life transitions
In search of better criminal justice data
The Biden administration wants to know how data can be used to deliver more equitable policing. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: In search of better criminal justice data
Zero trust builds on identity management
Having a robust ID management program in place is one of the most effective ways to enhance governments’ cybersecurity, and experts say it is within reach. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article:…
Getting started with targeted public health interventions
COMMENTARY | Data sharing that supports more granular analysis into the social factors that drive health inequities will help public health agencies offer targeted interventions to address them. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the…
Earthquake data powered by next-gen supercomputers
A collaboration among national labs aims to provide an open-access website with datasets on how ground motion affects infrastructure during earthquakes. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Earthquake data powered by next-gen…
Cyber training expands to local leaders
The National Cybersecurity Center will offer the training every two years, and push local governments to take advantage of free resources and information-sharing. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Cyber training expands…
State comptroller: New York City agencies are using AI without guardrails
An audit by state Comptroller Tom DiNapoli found that New York City lacks “an effective AI governance framework.” This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: State comptroller: New York City agencies are using…
How does ChatGPT differ from human intelligence?
Humans and computer intelligence harbor many similarities in how they process information, researchers say, but machines still have limitations. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: How does ChatGPT differ from human intelligence?
Private 5G takes stress off enterprise Wi-Fi
Besides enabling users to stay secure and connected as they travel across campus, Cal Poly’s private network allows for dynamic bandwidth customization, ensuring availability at peak times and scaling back at others. This article has been indexed from GCN –…
VR map tracks ‘silent killer’ of extreme heat
A 3-D map of Washington, D.C., overlaid with temperature data illustrates urban heat islands and shows neighborhoods that are most at risk. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: VR map tracks ‘silent…
The worker shortage is real. Could tech help governors close gaps?
Business leaders pointed to high-tech job training and tools like artificial intelligence as possible solutions to the historic shortage of workers. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: The worker shortage is real.…
Pending national cyber strategy to feature ‘strong stand’ on quantum cryptography
An Office of the National Cyber Director official discussed the path of transitioning public and private networks to post-quantum cryptographic standards, and emphasizes data inventory in organizations’ efforts to transition cryptographic systems. This article has been indexed from GCN –…
Seismologists can’t predict an impending earthquake, but longer term forecasts and brief warnings after one starts are possible
Earthquake prediction technology is still a farfetched idea that, if ever realized, may even complicate disaster response plans. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Seismologists can’t predict an impending earthquake, but longer…
Connected vehicle data can improve traffic safety
Information gathered from vehicle sensors can efficiently inform decisions about road safety strategies. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Connected vehicle data can improve traffic safety
Tech disruption powers smart city expansion
Cloud, inexpensive sensors and low-powered wide-area networks are giving smaller cities a way to build real solutions for both staff and residents. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Tech disruption powers smart…
How to build an effective crisis contact center
Preparing a contact center for emergency response involves a unified communications strategy across platforms, staffing flexibility and scalable technology. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: How to build an effective crisis contact…
How data from connected cars can improve traffic safety
Information gathered from vehicle sensors can efficiently inform decisions about road safety strategies. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: How data from connected cars can improve traffic safety
How records of life’s milestones help solve cold cases, pinpoint health risks and allocate public resources
Agencies should adopt a centralized approach to managing vital records such as marriage licenses and birth certificates to better track population data. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: How records of life’s…
Earthquake in Turkey exposes gap between seismic knowledge and action – but it is possible to prepare
Government leaders should leverage seismic data, communications technology and interagency collaboration to better respond to natural disasters. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Earthquake in Turkey exposes gap between seismic knowledge and…
AI, sensors enhance wildfire detection
A pilot program in Oregon’s Willamette Valley will test how well artificial intelligence-enabled sensors can identify and characterize wildfires, which will help with responder resource allocation and boost community resilience. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content…
How states can prepare for the rise of cryptocurrency
COMMENTARY | By clarifying crypto tax requirements and thinking longer term about blockchain use cases, states can be ready for the distributed, decentralized internet. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: How states…
States sketch out roadmaps for zero trust ‘journey’
As states experiment with zero trust, they are working out technologies, governance and procedures for securing IT infrastructure. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: States sketch out roadmaps for zero trust ‘journey’
CISA, South Korean agencies issue joint warning on North Korean ransomware
The U.S. health sector sees rise in North Korean-based ransomware attacks on digital networks and critical infrastructure. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: CISA, South Korean agencies issue joint warning on North…
Digitized ID eases re-entry for formerly incarcerated
To streamline the re-entry process for released inmates, the Maryland Re-Entry Passport program launched an online portal that stores digitized copies of personal documents. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Digitized ID…
Contact center modernization boosts satisfaction for city residents, staff
With more calls coming into its legacy social services help lines, New York City turned to a cloud-based platform that reduced the number of dropped calls and gave agents easy, digital access to essential customer information. This article has been…
‘Whole nation’ effort needed to build broadband workforce
Federal investment could mean the creation of up to 150,000 broadband-related jobs, but state and local leaders must build robust apprenticeship programs and commit to diversity to make it happen. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content…
States scramble to replace ripped-off SNAP benefits
Skimming devices became a common way fraudsters steal money from electronic benefits transfer cards over the last year, and now states aim to strengthen debit card security and reimburse victims of fraud. This article has been indexed from GCN –…
A new strategy for western states to adapt to long-term drought: Customized water pricing
Water conservation could be improved with customized approaches. Scientists suggest water agencies leverage customer-level water consumption data to find out who is using the most water and what it takes to make them cut back. This article has been indexed…
Chinese spy balloon over the US: An aerospace expert explains how the balloons work and what they can see
An expert explains the capabilities and implications of surveillance technology such as the Chinese spy balloon recently shot down off the coast of South Carolina on Feb. 4. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the…
ChatGPT is a data privacy nightmare. If you’ve ever posted online, you ought to be concerned
As generative artificial intelligence tools gain popularity, one expert warns these models could be trained on personal data collected without the user’s knowledge. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: ChatGPT is a…
Do traffic signals need a fourth light for self-driving cars?
A white glow could help traffic flow. Scientists propose adding a white light to traffic signals could keep roads safe as autonomous vehicles become more popular. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article:…
How fleet management can boost overall data security and integrity
COMMENTARY | Cloud-based fleet management can provide actionable insights into productivity-related metrics, expenses and asset ROI. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: How fleet management can boost overall data security and integrity
CDC map shows health impact of local environmental burdens
The Environmental Justice Index gives state and local leaders a holistic view of environmental, social and health issues in their communities. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: CDC map shows health impact…
What responders really want from their tech
Communications technology is going to sit on the shelf if it’s not reliable, interoperable and user friendly. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: What responders really want from their tech
How video evidence is presented in court can hold sway in cases like the beating death of Tyre Nichols
Video surveillance footage may help courts better judge past events, but viewers can still be influenced by their own biases and even the way video is presented, an expert says. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content…
Congress told HHS to set up a health data network in 2006. The agency still hasn’t.
Technological and financial challenges have prevented the development of a national health data system, but experts worry the lack of effort could have negative consequences for future health crises. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read…
Some towns get funding boost from census corrections
Census population count corrections have started to roll out, but officials say the bureau needs to be more transparent about the process as valuable funding opportunities remain on the line. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content…
Platform streamlines sharing, analysis of criminal justice data
The Justice Counts initiative is developing a cloud-based portal to address the long-standing lack of standardized, accessible criminal justice metrics. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Platform streamlines sharing, analysis of criminal…
AI-powered career recommendation engine delivers more job options
MD Job Genie uses artificial intelligence to analyze an individual’s specific skills and work history and identify matches—even in a different industry. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: AI-powered career recommendation engine…
Locking down Super Bowl security
Federal, state and local government partners are providing air and infrastructure security, cybersecurity, threat assessments and real-time situational awareness. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Locking down Super Bowl security
The end is near for outdated government financial reporting
COMMENTARY | Changes to federal law will require state and local governments to do what they should have done years ago for the benefit of investors and other stakeholders. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read…
‘Shark Tank’ for state agency IT modernization
Technology modernization funding programs are delivering quick wins to agencies with compelling business cases. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: ‘Shark Tank’ for state agency IT modernization
State looks to ‘unconventional’ tactics to find talent
The Indiana Office of Technology eliminated degree requirements for most jobs in 2019, and now it uses a work-based learning apprenticeship program to reskill employees keen to learn IT. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read…
ChatGPT is a data privacy nightmare. If you’ve ever posted online, you ought to be concerned
As generative artificial intelligence tools gain popularity, one expert warns these models could be trained on personal data collected without the user’s knowledge. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: ChatGPT is a…
Chinese spy balloon over the US: An aerospace expert explains how the balloons work and what they can see
An expert explains the capabilities and implications of surveillance technology such as the Chinese spy balloon recently shot down off the coast of South Carolina on Feb. 4. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the…
Do traffic signals need a fourth light for self-driving cars?
A white glow could help traffic flow. Scientists propose adding a white light to traffic signals could keep roads safe as autonomous vehicles become more popular. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article:…
NIST researcher calls for further evaluation of the AI impact on humans
Amid growing concerns that artificial intelligence systems could be misused by cybercriminals and for malicious purposes, a leading researcher said more study is needed to determine the societal impact. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read…
From silos to seamless: How state governments deliver personalized services
COMMENTARY | By harnessing existing data, agencies can deliver best-in-class experiences that enable residents to get the most out of their government interactions. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: From silos to…
State details how agencies must apply TikTok ban
The Texas plan requires agencies to ban employees and contractors from downloading the app and other prohibited tech on connected state devices, identify areas where sensitive information could be exposed and implement network-based restrictions. This article has been indexed from…
Machine learning maps location of lead pipes
An open-source map will help communities find and remove pipes faster. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Machine learning maps location of lead pipes
Agencies seek public input on updates to guiding plan for cyber R&D
The document is updated once every four years. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Agencies seek public input on updates to guiding plan for cyber R&D
4 reasons it’s time to reassess your cloud architecture
COMMENTARY | Agencies should be sure their hybrid cloud strategies address future costs as well as performance, security and skills requirements. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: 4 reasons it’s time to…
Smart infrastructure bolsters energy conservation
But cities need to provide incentives for all players in the energy management ecosystem. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Smart infrastructure bolsters energy conservation
ChatGPT-powered cyberattacks expected, report says
More than half of IT professionals surveyed predicted the AI chatbot will be behind a successful hack within the year, while 71% believe foreign governments are already using it. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read…
NSF will invest up to $28M for STEM open-source ecosystems
The agency is looking for proposals for two phases to translate open-source products into open-source ecosystems. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: NSF will invest up to $28M for STEM open-source ecosystems
Lack of emerging tech framework is ‘weakening’ US stance against China, lawmakers warn
Both Democrats and Republicans said Congress needs to craft national frameworks around data privacy and autonomous vehicles to counter China’s global tech ambitions. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Lack of emerging…
When data science shortcuts are a bad idea
Auto-ML can help non-data scientists write programs, but the resulting applications may be flawed, biased or useless, an expert says. Still, agencies can minimize risk and optimize the use of citizen data scientists. This article has been indexed from GCN…
Where states can learn to turn data into decisions
The Data Labs program helps participating states design data projects that deliver operational efficiency and improved services. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Where states can learn to turn data into decisions
How to solve customer-service language barriers with virtual queuing
COMMENTARY | Customizing user experience into the languages that most represent a community’s needs creates more equitable access to important government services. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: How to solve customer-service…
10 steps to future water sustainability
Municipal water managers can harness new technologies that will adapt to changes in how water is understood, managed and shared. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: 10 steps to future water sustainability
Dashboard helps city track diversity, equity, inclusion progress
Philadelphia’s workforce diversity dashboard collects and visualizes demographic data on city employees. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Dashboard helps city track diversity, equity, inclusion progress
Data sharing initiatives slowly gaining traction
The majority of agencies still don’t share data, partly due to a lack of clarity on how to use all the information they collect, a new report finds. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the…
Is it forensics or is it junk science?
Dubious forensic techniques have spread throughout the criminal justice system for decades. Here’s what ProPublica has learned about junk forensic science techniques and how they proliferate. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article:…
Va. regulators propose easing emission limits for data centers over power transmission concerns
Roughly 150 data centers in Fairfax, Loudoun and Prince William could be impacted through end of July. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Va. regulators propose easing emission limits for data centers…
IBM, NASA will use AI to improve climate change research
The research will use IBM’s artificial intelligence technology and NASA’s Earth and geospatial science data to make climate data more accessible to data scientists, policy makers and the public. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read…
Report: 6 keys for successful government crisis contact centers
When natural disasters or emergencies arise, agencies must be able to respond effectively to public inquiry, and technology is key. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Report: 6 keys for successful government…
Better data management makes digital services shine
Leveraging metadata and establishing data sharing frameworks across agencies can help government achieve higher data quality and security. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Better data management makes digital services shine
As pandemic-era Medicaid provisions lapse, millions approach a coverage cliff
Now, states face steep challenges: making sure they don’t disenroll people who are still entitled to Medicaid and connecting the rest to other sources of coverage. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article:…
More details emerge on NYC free internet pilot
Residents in Section 8 housing in the Bronx and Upper Manhattan will be covered by a wireless mesh network under the program announced by Mayor Eric Adams. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original…
Lack of emerging tech framework is ‘weakening’ US stance against China, lawmakers warn
Both Democrats and Republicans said Congress needs to craft national frameworks around data privacy and autonomous vehicles to counter China’s global tech ambitions. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Lack of emerging…
Dashboard helps city track diversity, equity, inclusion progress
Philadelphia’s workforce diversity dashboard collects and visualizes demographic data on city employees. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Dashboard helps city track diversity, equity, inclusion progress
10 steps to future water sustainability
Municipal water managers can harness new technologies that will adapt to changes in how water is understood, managed and shared. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: 10 steps to future water sustainability
Data sharing initiatives slowly gaining traction
The majority of agencies still don’t share data, partly due to a lack of clarity on how to use all the information they collect, a new report finds. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the…
Va. regulators propose easing emission limits for data centers over power transmission concerns
Roughly 150 data centers in Fairfax, Loudoun and Prince William could be impacted through end of July. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Va. regulators propose easing emission limits for data centers…
Is it forensics or is it junk science?
Dubious forensic techniques have spread throughout the criminal justice system for decades. Here’s what ProPublica has learned about junk forensic science techniques and how they proliferate. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article:…
Tribal broadband grants need better metrics
More quantifiable performance goals would help the Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program better track internet adoption, GAO said. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Tribal broadband grants need better metrics
Urban heat map reveals priority spots for cooling efforts
Citizen scientists in Milwaukee collected air temperature and humidity data to help state officials focus where heat prevention efforts are most needed. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Urban heat map reveals…
Energy Department wants national labs to drive regional innovation
DOE is looking for ideas on how regional ecosystems could leverage a nearby national lab to power innovation and economic prosperity. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Energy Department wants national labs…
‘Ghost buses’ haunt transit agencies and frustrate riders
Transit agencies should release canceled or delayed bus data to the public to avoid unhappy travelers, experts say. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: ‘Ghost buses’ haunt transit agencies and frustrate riders
Tribal broadband grants needs better metrics
More quantifiable performance goals would help the Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program better track internet adoption, GAO said. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Tribal broadband grants needs better metrics
Ransomware victims stand up to attackers
The drop in payments is encouraging, but a lack of transparency around ransomware reporting makes it hard to say why organizations refuse to pay, researchers say. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article:…
How AI helps one city spot damaged rooftops
The Baltimore Department of Housing and Community Department is using a mix of artificial intelligence, GIS-based flyover imagery and building code enforcement data to automatically detect at-risk buildings. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the…
NIST debuts long-anticipated AI risk management framework
With the launch of the AI RMF 1.0, federal researchers focused on four core functions to structure how all organizations evaluate and introduce more trustworthy AI systems. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original…
Philosophers have studied ‘counterfactuals’ for decades. Will they help us unlock the mysteries of AI?
One expert discusses the importance of explainable artificial intelligence to not only guide decision-making, but provide explanations behind an algorithm’s outcome. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Philosophers have studied ‘counterfactuals’ for…
Michigan embraces ‘Clean Slate’ program without applications
State officials aim to automatically expunge certain criminal records to remove hurdles to jobs and housing. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Michigan embraces ‘Clean Slate’ program without applications
Survey: CIOs feel elevated, consider themselves ‘changemakers’
The survey found more than 3 in 4 chief information officers believe their roles have been elevated in response to recent economic times. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: Survey: CIOs feel…
How Florida is looking to build the ‘nation’s first AI university’
The tech is embedded into the curriculum but the University of Florida is also scouting out new uses for it in campus operations and student performance. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article:…
A new initiative seeks to help small cities access infrastructure funding
The program will work with communities to assemble strong grant applications that can win some of the billions of dollars available. This article has been indexed from GCN – All Content Read the original article: A new initiative seeks to…