Infrastructure
North Dakota on track to be first in nation with 100% broadband internet access
North Dakota is on schedule to have high-speed internet access in 100% of the state by 2028 thanks to recently approved federal funding.
How government leaders can balance the pros and cons of data center development
Policy and partnerships with tech companies can give state and local leaders a lever to ensure data centers are developed responsibly and sustainable, experts said during a recent webinar.
Colorado town strives to become an ‘agentic smart city’
Vail has implemented a smart city platform that municipal leaders hope will improve government operations and boost customer experience.
Raleigh turns to a digital twin to improve city safety and planning
The North Carolina city is leveraging digital twin technology to help inform traffic management and city planning decisions.
Philadelphia turns to virtual calls to optimize building inspections
Through the camera lens of a mobile device, city staff can evaluate building conditions more closely and efficiently, one official says.
Boston invests in curb management tech to improve resident satisfaction
A new digital payment infrastructure for curb management is helping the city better meet residents’ needs.
How centralized design systems help build trust in digital services
A new resource from the Beeck Center highlights how states can improve online experiences for residents by creating a standard design system for agencies to follow.
Utilities and telecoms turn to Washington lawmakers for help as copper wire theft surges
Legislators are looking at tougher penalties and new requirements for scrapyards.
Last of unconnected South Carolinians could come online with ‘anchor leg’ plan for broadband
South Carolina needs just $41.4 million of its federal share to finish, according to the Broadband Office. What becomes of the remaining $510 million is unknown.
Gianforte administration says $308 million broadband internet plan will bring ‘service to every citizen’
The plan envisions providing connectivity via fiber optic cables and Starlink-style satellites.
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State’s new broadband boss says satellite is ‘significant’ in getting New Mexico 100% connected
Roughly 90,000 New Mexico locations are “unserved” or “underserved” in terms of broadband access.
The alternative route: Smart city strategies when pricing is no longer an option
COMMENTARY | While congestion pricing remains a powerful tool, cities don’t need to wait for its adoption to improve traffic management. They can act now with proven, scalable strategies.
‘Event-based’ data could enhance traffic management efforts and road safety
Arizona State University researchers have developed an innovative traffic monitoring system that looks to improve traffic safety, particularly as self-driving cars become more popular.
Virginia doesn’t have statewide data center regulations. Localities are making their own rules.
Without statewide rules in place, local governments have been scrambling to put regulations on the growing data center industry.
Parking tech can help cities generate revenue amid economic uncertainty
Efficient parking management can also help attract more people to downtown areas that are still recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic’s impacts, experts say.
US should rethink current views of Russia’s cyber might, new report says
A think tank paper argues that Moscow’s network of hackers is more fragmented than U.S. officials once believed — a dynamic that may have led to exaggerated expectations of Russia’s cyber capabilities during its 2022 Ukraine invasion.
Watchdog details how to build community trust in smart cities
A new report from the Government Accountability Office offers policy suggestions for officials to ensure smart city tech can be deployed in communities safely and effectively.
How Maryland’s social media team responded to Baltimore bridge collapse
The Key Bridge collapsed a little over a year ago after a container ship collided with a supporting pier. Communications staff had the mammoth task of keeping the public informed and dispelling misinformation.
A lagging broadband program faces more delays as Trump plans changes
States will have an additional 90 days to submit their final plans for the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program.
As demand for AI rises, so do power thirsty data centers
As data centers are developed in new communities across the country, residents and their state legislators see a mix of financial benefits with energy and environmental challenges.
