Pennsylvania wades into open data
The state launched its Socrata-based open data portal with 12 datasets.
Social media may work for recovery, but not yet for emergency response
For now, issues related to speed, accuracy and workflow keep social media from becoming a mainstream communication platform for emergency response.
Cyber exec: States should prep for ransomware attacks
As incidents of ransomware increase, states should eliminate easy targets and patch systems.
NOAA, NASA support flood response with data
As satellite data and computing power increase, research agencies like NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration are supporting disaster response operations with real-time data and analysis.
Virginia to host cyber-physical systems summit
Gov. Terry McAuliffe is hosting a summit to discuss current cybersecurity activities, challenges and opportunities.
A proving ground for smart city tech
The project to develop the Gramercy District in Ashburn, Va., signed two new partners – Virginia’s Center for Innovative Technology and George Washington University.
Sherlock detects air traffic in near-real time
NASA’s upgraded Sherlock data warehouse makes it easier for researchers to access nationwide air traffic data almost immediately.
Illinois accelerates mobile app delivery
The state is launching new apps to provide residents with easier access to government services and information.
NIST develops portable wireless network platform for responders
The Rapidly Deployable Public Safety Research Platform allows first responders to communicate in areas where a nationwide communications network might not be available.
DHS funds small biz cyber R&D
Thirteen companies received $1.3 million in funding to develop new cybersecurity measures and technologies.
Phishing scheme targets tax professionals
Fraudulent emails are being sent to tax professionals in an attempt to gain access to sensitive information.
Challenges grow up
In the last five years, the federal government has built an infrastructure that makes conducting challenges, well, not so challenging.
Virginia offers scholarship for cybersecurity students
Recipients of the Cybersecurity Public Service Scholarship Program must work for the state after graduation for the number of years that they received the scholarship.
DHS opens software for incident command platform
Code for the Next-Generation Incident Command System used by first responders in emergency situations is now available on GitHub.
Pittsburgh picks partners for civic innovation lab
Three Pittsburgh-based startups have been chosen for the first PGH Lab cohort, which connects area businesses with city government to solve public-sector problems.
San Francisco explores low-cost fiber network expansion
The city is seeking industry input on how it can improve internet for residents living in public and affordable housing.
Startup aims to make Census data easier to use
Data.World is working to bring Census data onto its platform, making it easier for users to find and share.
As NSF announces drone funding, experts preview the technology's potential
Academic and industry experts convened for a day of conversations on the future of drones, how the technology should evolve and where the regulations could be headed.
America’s real-time electricity use mapped
The U.S. Energy Information Administration has released a tool that shows real-time total electricity supply and demand on a national level.
New team to lead San Francisco’s digital innovation
The city is hiring for a newly created chief digital services officer position that will oversee a team to digitize city services.
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