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Lawmakers call for IG review of DC mayor’s WhatsApp use
March 15, 2022 | News, CybersecurityIn a letter to the District of Columbia inspector general, lawmakers urged a thorough review of the use of encrypted messaging apps by Mayor Muriel Bowser’s staff.
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States must expand data sources for strategic flood resilience
March 14, 2022 | News, Data & AnalyticsFailure to incorporate forward-looking climate data and demographic trends will limit states’ ability to develop effective flood mitigation plans.
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City gains real-time visibility into snow removal operations
March 09, 2022 | News, Data & AnalyticsResidents and public works officials in Syracuse to monitor the progress of snow removal vehicles in real time.
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How states can streamline broadband grant administration
March 08, 2022 | News, Cloud & InfrastructureA new playbook aims to help states understand their broadband needs, determine which projects deserve priority and design and run a successful state grant program.
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DHS lines up emerging tech for responder evaluation
March 04, 2022 | News, Public SafetyAt this summer's Urban OpEx 2022 exercise in New York City, responders will test a range of technologies – from biometric sensors and robotics to air-quality monitors and video analytics.
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Mayor snagged in WhatsApp debate
March 03, 2022 | News, State & LocalUse of the encrypted messaging app by Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel E. Bowser’s administration rekindles discussion over apps that allow officials to skirt the spirit, if not the letter, of open-records laws.
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Digital services delivery relies on better broadband
March 02, 2022 | News, Cloud & InfrastructureThe Dallas-Fort Worth area is working to upgrade broadband infrastructure to ensure residents can access digital services and government can deliver a more satisfying customer experience.
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Data-driven strategy, culture drive better decisions
March 01, 2022 | News, Data & AnalyticsA high-level data strategy that flows down through the organization makes it easier to tie analysis to business decisions.
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Wireless data reduces high-speed accidents at intersections
February 24, 2022 | News, Public SafetyWireless data transmitted between oncoming vehicles and traffic signals is allowing researchers to dynamically change the duration of green lights to prevent accidents.
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NY launches joint cybersecurity center to strengthen coordination
February 23, 2022 | News, CybersecurityThe Joint Security Operations Center will bring federal, state, county and local cybersecurity data sharing efforts under one umbrella to improve incident response and provide a holistic view of the cyber-threat landscape.