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‘Whole nation’ effort needed to build broadband workforce
February 13, 2023 | News, Cloud & InfrastructureFederal 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.
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States scramble to replace ripped-off SNAP benefits
| News, CybersecuritySkimming 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.
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A new strategy for western states to adapt to long-term drought: Customized water pricing
| News, Data & AnalyticsWater 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.
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How fleet management can boost overall data security and integrity
February 10, 2023 | News, Cloud & InfrastructureCOMMENTARY | Cloud-based fleet management can provide actionable insights into productivity-related metrics, expenses and asset ROI.
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CDC map shows health impact of local environmental burdens
| News, Data & AnalyticsThe Environmental Justice Index gives state and local leaders a holistic view of environmental, social and health issues in their communities.
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What responders really want from their tech
| News, Public SafetyCommunications technology is going to sit on the shelf if it’s not reliable, interoperable and user friendly.
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How video evidence is presented in court can hold sway in cases like the beating death of Tyre Nichols
| News, Public SafetyVideo 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.
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Congress told HHS to set up a health data network in 2006. The agency still hasn’t.
| News, Cloud & InfrastructureTechnological 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.
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Some towns get funding boost from census corrections
| News, Data & AnalyticsCensus 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.
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AI-powered career recommendation engine delivers more job options
February 09, 2023 | News, Cloud & InfrastructureMD Job Genie uses artificial intelligence to analyze an individual’s specific skills and work history and identify matches—even in a different industry.