Group to leverage AI, supercomputers for smart city planning

A team out of the Global City Teams Challenge will use advanced technology to trial scenarios around some of the biggest urban issues.

By Chris Teale • Aug. 6, 2019

Solar-powered digital message boards deployed in Boston

Soofa has installed 12 boards around the city under a 60-day pilot through Beta Blocks, which encourages community-led smart city innovation.

By Kira Barrett • Aug. 5, 2019

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Smart Cities Technology and Data

Cities are increasingly looking to technology and data to address real-world issues from traffic safety to law enforcement.

By Smart Cities Dive staff

Kansas City, MO's Smart Sewer Program cuts back-ups, overflows

Sensors and probes are detecting leaks and determining capacity as the city upgrades its sewer system — and the data shows it's working.

By Katie Pyzyk • Aug. 2, 2019

Former Maryland Gov. O'Malley debunks 'fear of failure' in government

Cities must "lift up the leaders" by encouraging more risk-taking, he said in a keynote at the Dentons Smart Cities and Communities Summit.

By Chris Teale • Aug. 2, 2019

Leaders should 'own the work,' not the result, in city planning

While a desire for short-terms wins is strong among officials looking to get re-elected, effective leaders prioritize long-term planning, said speakers at the Dentons Smart Cities and Communities Summit.

By Chris Teale • Aug. 1, 2019

Hacking 20% of cars could freeze traffic in NYC, study finds

Cybersecurity experts have warned that connected cars can be targets for hackers, who could stall or take control of a vehicle, or compromise connected stoplights.

By Jason Plautz • July 31, 2019

Austin, TX pilot helps musicians receive digital tips

The city's Music & Entertainment Division launched the program to help musicians combat rising costs of living as cash transactions are on the decline.

By Katie Pyzyk • July 31, 2019

Ford Smart Mobility buys Journey Holding as part of tech push

The acquired company provides software solutions for intelligent transportation systems for fixed-route and on-demand transportation.

By Chris Teale • July 31, 2019

Amazon opens tech hub in Houston

It's the latest in a suite of Amazon offices that complement the company's main headquarters and advance emerging tech like logistics and robotics.

By Kristin Musulin • July 30, 2019

Can US cities get smart about tourism before it's too late?

The travel and tourism sector is booming, accounting for 10.4% of global GDP last year. To prevent overtourism, U.S. cities can turn to data and analytics. 

By Cailin Crowe • July 30, 2019

How AI and data turn city water management from an art to a science

Cities are looking to drones and other equipment for preventive maintenance, but it is uphill work as the sector traditionally resists change.

By Chris Teale • July 29, 2019

DOJ settlement on Sprint/T-Mobile deal pledges fast 5G buildout

The planned merger cleared another major regulatory hurdle, with the companies and Dish pledging fast roll out of 5G service to U.S. customers.

By Chris Teale • July 29, 2019

New York to study AI, automation regulation

As technology rapidly advances, some governments fail to keep up. New York is creating a commission to stay ahead of the curve and understand the “capabilities and potential pitfalls” of the changes.

By Jason Plautz • July 26, 2019

NYC moves to collect retail vacancy data

The city is losing storefronts of all stripes as rents spike, leaving a blighted cityscape despite the economic boom.

By Daphne Howland • July 25, 2019

'We're as weak as the weakest link': Virginia looks to a statewide data governance policy

As cities battle increased ransomware attacks, the commonwealth hopes to get ahead of the curve and protect its network with a data privacy framework.

By Kira Barrett • July 24, 2019

Senators propose bills to improve cybersecurity for cars, planes

The legislation would provide transparency and protection of consumer privacy data in light of increasingly connected transportation devices. 

By Katie Pyzyk • July 24, 2019

UK announces AI-driven road audit project

The audit will survey 100,000 miles of roads to assess where future investments and improvements are needed as the government prepares for AVs.

By Jason Plautz • July 24, 2019

NYC bill would ban unauthorized sale of cellphone location data

Councilman Justin Brannan told Smart Cities Dive that the legislation follows the federal government's unwillingness to step in over privacy concerns. 

By Chris Teale • July 24, 2019

Report: Employers look to Midwest, South for tech talent

Low unemployment rates have been partially responsible for growth in "lesser known and under-developed" markets like Tucson, AZ and Des Moines, IA. 

By Cailin Crowe • July 23, 2019

Orlando, FL ends pilot of Amazon facial recognition tech

The city's public trial was closely watched by technology boosters and civil rights advocates, as Amazon markets its controversial Rekognition product to police departments across the country.

By Jason Plautz • July 23, 2019

CivStart, Govlaunch partner to better foster P3s

CivStart cohorts can now reach Govlaunch's global network of local government leaders to collaborate and pursue public-private partnerships.

By Katie Pyzyk • Updated June 4, 2020

Google Maps offers bike-share data in 24 cities

The app's integration is just one piece of the ongoing consolidation of micromobility, ride-share and public transit information.

By Kira Barrett • July 18, 2019

Oakland, CA passes facial recognition tech ban

The city joins San Francisco and Somerville, MA in banning the technology in response to concerns it would unfairly target minorities.

By Jason Plautz • July 18, 2019

6 steps for staying secure in a smart world

Many people see the internet as part of the furniture, something as ubiquitous as hot water. But it's crucial that networks are nurtured and proactively protected.

By Will Evans • July 16, 2019

3 key themes that will drive cities' strategies for job creation

"The future of work in America" report assessed how tech and automation will impact labor fields, productivity and economic development in cities.

By Katie Pyzyk • July 15, 2019