Do AI systems really have their own secret language?
That an artificial intelligence systems such as the DALL-E 2 model may have created a vocabulary highlights existing concerns about the robustness, security and interpretability of deep learning systems.
Driverless Taxis Hit the Streets
California regulators gave Cruise the go-ahead to charge passengers to ride through San Francisco in its autonomous vehicles, but public safety skepticism remains.
Ransomware attacks may be tough to stop, but here’s how to recover
Agencies must deploy forward-thinking, proactive data protection plans that are adaptable to constantly changing operational conditions.
Brush up on phishing detection to prevent ransomware
With ransomware commonly entering state and local IT networks through phishing emails, employees must learn to spot social engineering scams, a new report says.
Cyber competition builds skills, teamwork
Participating in the International Cyber League helps the IT team at the Illinois State Treasurer’s office test their skills against real-world network threats.
Politicians Search for Solutions After Another Mass Shooting. Experts Say We’ve Already Found Them
Political debate often overlooks the range of incremental steps that could lessen the chances of mass killing and help address the nation’s persistent gun violence.
Reno mayor touts potential of blockchain, NFTs as city embarks on new pilot programs
At the U.S. Conference of Mayors' annual meeting Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve encouraged her peers from across the country to explore digital ventures and crypto transactions.
Millions Still Lack Broadband Despite 5-year $44B Government Effort
Watchdog recommends synchronizing the federal government's fragmented push by 15 agencies administering 100 programs.
States With the Highest and Lowest Rainy Day Funds
Wyoming leads the nation in the operating days in its fund, while Washington has a negative balance.
3 Reasons Why Expanding Access to Homeownership Alone Won’t Close the Racial Wealth Gap
COMMENTARY | This strategy has not lead to real progress in the last few decades. More structural changes are needed in many policy areas to increase wealth for Black and Brown Americans.
6 ways technology can streamline public records requests
Agencies are relying on technology to simplify and streamline their public records request process and, as a second-order effect, increase constituents’ confidence in their governing bodies.
Ransomware coming for IoT devices, researchers warn
In a demonstration project, researchers breached a networked IP camera and gained access to IT and operational technology infrastructure to plant ransomware executables.
Two States Cancel Highway Expansions After Years of Planning
Advocates in favor of scrapping highway projects hope that increased public pressure and scrutiny from the Biden administration will halt others.
15 US Cities Have Housing Markets Overvalued by More Than 50%
Four of those markets are overvalued by more than 60%, with Boise, Idaho leading the pack at 73%, according to a recent report.
Big City Health Agencies Look to Solve Staff Shortfalls
Federal grant funding to help could soon be on the way.
Rents and Home Prices Are Blowing Up in Florida's Miami-Dade County
Mayor Daniella Levine Cava has declared a rent emergency, as middle and working class families are hardest hit.
Reno pilots blockchain for historic registry
The city’s “Biggest Little Blockchain” will allow landowners, developers, city employees and the public to access the same record through the online platform.
Automated Buses Will Still Need Skilled Human Operators
Even as buses incorporate more automated features, the complexity of driving near pedestrians and in changing weather will require trained human operators, a new report says.
Casinos Pled Poverty to Get a Huge Tax Break. Atlantic City Is Paying the Price
Despite growing profits, casino operators used predictions of “grave danger” to convince the state to slash their tax burden, denying millions to the city, its school district and the county.
NYC Municipal Employees Call for Hybrid Work in Face of Mayor's Return-to-Office Demands
“I’m too tired to be really angry about it anymore,” one worker said of city hall's mandatory in person work policy.
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