Securing data in the cloud requires planning, constant vigilance
The general formula for cloud security is to determine the risks, mitigate them and then keep constant vigilance to spot and stop threats.
Battling the opioid crisis with technology
State and local governments are incorporating both emerging and established technologies into their crisis response plans to fight the opioid epidemic.
OMB looks to refresh data center policy
The time has come for some budget controls to push agencies to look to the cloud, shared services and third party co-location for application and data hosting, Federal CIO Suzette Kent says.
How 311 enables pivot to citizen-centric service
Cloud-based services allow agencies to offer digitally savvy residents consumer-grade experiences.
Verizon Extending Fiber Network to Every Boston Neighborhood
The move will pave the way for an unscheduled 5G rollout, though the telecom giant was mum on any city concessions in the new agreement.
Piloting Internet Paid for in Cryptocurrency
Proponents say incentivized mesh networks offer cheaper, faster service stood up by local entrepreneurs, civic hackers or homeowners associations.
Federal Funds Set to Flow to New Light-Rail Line in Seattle Area
The full funding grant agreement will “get this critical project underway soon,” according to U.S. Sen. Patty Murray.
Connecticut Tolling Plan Offers $1 Billion in Projected Revenue
A report released by the state shows some of the different proposed costs for commuters, out-of-state truckers and others using the proposed tolled routes.
Does AI require high-end infrastructure?
Agencies can often use the equipment they have to experiment with artificial intelligence, but they may want to opt for high-performance computers for applications that need greater compute power and scalability.
When Elon Musk Tunnels Under Your Home
The billionaire is drilling for futuristic transit under Los Angeles. He didn’t have to ask the neighbors first.
Cloud security is the agency’s responsibility
A holistic approach that tears down the traditional silos of backup and recovery, security and infrastructure management will ensure the security of data in the cloud.
AWS GovCloud East goes live
Amazon Web Services announced the launch of a second AWS GovCloud, this one in the eastern U.S.
California Utilities Feel Heat as State Burns
Fire investigators continue to look at the possible role power equipment may have played in starting the state’s deadliest wildfire on record.
Our National Infrastructure Problem Is Also a Mindset Problem
COMMENTARY | Pressing infrastructure concerns require a mental shift — a return to nature.
Sprocket kicks video processing into high gear
The video processing framework uses serverless cloud infrastructure to run tasks in parallel and reduce latency and cost.
Federal IT’s 'Golden Gate' moment
Like maintaining the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, digital transformation is an ongoing process that requires a combination of the right technology, partnerships, people and processes.
Floating Solar Panels Are Coming to Colorado Towns
The energy-saving solution can be used by water treatment and wastewater facilities.
'Living With Water': Facing Climate Change, Cities Trade Sea Walls for Parks
City planners now say they are increasingly turning to methods aligned with the Dutch concept of “living with water.” Instead of resisting water, cities are channeling it to where they want it to go.
Flying at Peak Thanksgiving Travel Times Through These 10 Airports? Good Luck.
Looking at scheduled departures, here’s when airport authorities, airlines, baggage handlers and security screeners will be especially busy.
Learn about all the Public Sector Innovation winners
These 36 projects at the federal, state and local levels show just how transformative government IT can be.
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