The government technology heavyweight has bought ePermitHub. That company’s technology will help Accela customers further streamline and automate public agency permitting tasks, including via the use of AI.
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While viral videos of hacked crosswalks displaying faked messages amused many, the pranks highlight a sinister cybersecurity vulnerability lurking within the wireless technologies used by local government infrastructure. -
The company’s newest device for law enforcement combines body camera technology with a microphone that can record different vocal tracks. A company executive explains the appeal of the new AI-backed offering.
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Officials in the Garden State have unveiled two new artificial intelligence initiatives, the Next New Jersey Program — AI and the AI Innovation Challenge Administration Grant Program. Both encourage private-sector investment.
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In our emerging age of AI, there are predictions about various careers becoming obsolete. More people are asking about moving into cyber roles. Here are some tips to consider.
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Bigger Fish: Major gov tech players are absorbing the little ones, plus, the GovTech 100 turns 10.
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The technology market serving state and local government has changed a lot since we first published the GovTech 100 in 2015. Here’s what we’ve learned.
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Digital navigators across the country show up for their communities by teaching the technical skills people need in an increasingly digital world.
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At the ASU+GSV AI Show earlier this month, education leaders shared how districts looking for the right tools are moving beyond sales pitches toward outcomes, transparency and long-term partnerships.
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A school technology leader from Indiana improved accessibility and inclusion for his district by including UDL principles in ed-tech procurement requirements and using a rubric to evaluate potential purchases.
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A state grant helped pay for the purchase of a drone. It is expected to be of assistance during search and recue operations, looking for hot spots during brush fires, and in helping warn fishermen.
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The county purchased new electronic poll pads to check in voters during the May 3 municipal elections. Its elections administrator said the local government has tested the devices and is ready for the upcoming contests.
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A new suite of technology will enable real-time text updates to 911 callers on response times and delays. It will also let callers critique and review police officers, the city’s interim police chief said.
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While Maine state officials discuss potential legislation, a group called Phone-Free Portland Schools is advocating for a policy that would ban cellphones at all grade levels throughout the school day.
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After voters declined to pass a larger ballot proposal last year, Helena Public Schools are asking voters to approve a smaller amount to replace aging laptops, desktops and teacher devices.
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A joint venture between several universities, the Massachusetts Green High Performance Computing Center is building computing capacity with investments expected to top $100 million over the next five years.
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In a five-year partnership with the biomedical research company Leidos Inc., the university will develop artificial intelligence-powered tools to diagnose and treat ailments such as heart disease and cancer.
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In a first, the California Department of Transportation is using two remote-controlled excavators to clear a landslide that closed a portion of Highway 1 in 2024. The equipment enables work in challenging areas.
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