How VR, 5G and P3s can enhance local hurricane preparedness

Venture Smarter director Rhonda Binda highlighted how the emergence of new tech and collaborative opportunities are helping cities boost resiliency in the face of natural disasters.

By Katie Pyzyk • May 8, 2019

FAA projects massive growth in commercial drone use

The administration said the number could triple by 2023, far outpacing the non-commercial drone market, which it said appears to be slowing down.

By Jason Plautz • May 7, 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

The Weather Company: Nearly half of Americans have no severe weather plan

The IBM-owned company also predicts a slightly less active Atlantic hurricane season this year, though three of which could be major storms.

By Katie Pyzyk • May 6, 2019

California bill would regulate data collected from smart speakers

The Anti-Eavesdropping Act would impose a fine of up to $2,500 per connected device for companies that violate the data protection rules

By Jason Plautz • May 6, 2019

Privacy concerns abound as IoT devices grow in use

Lawmakers tackle safety and security issues, while an Internet Society survey said a majority of people find the devices "creepy."

By Chris Teale • May 6, 2019

Inside the CDC's epidemiological e-scooter study

A three-month study of scooter usage in Austin, TX found injuries often aren't due to collisions with cars — and helmet usage is nearly nonexistent. 

By Katie Pyzyk • May 3, 2019

How better technology can power smarter, safer cities

It’s not always easy to fulfill the potential that technology has to improve services and the general well-being of the public, but the opportunity is there for the taking.

By Gil Elbaz • May 3, 2019

Knight Foundation invests $1M in Miami startup community

The funds will support nine projects to build deeper connections between local startup founders, investors and high-potential talent.

By Katie Pyzyk • May 2, 2019

Safe driving app takes top prize in US Ignite/AWS contest

How’s My Driving, empowering pedestrians and cyclists to report dangerous driving, won $50,000 in Amazon credits at a pitch event in Washington, DC.

By Chris Teale • Updated Sept. 20, 2019

URBAN-X graduates 5th cohort of city-focused startups

The seven startups include companies working to digitize construction processes and create waste analytics systems.

By Katie Pyzyk • May 1, 2019

Uber adds London's transit info to app

The integration of real-time subway, bus, train and light rail schedules comes just months after Uber won back its right to operate in the city.

By Katie Pyzyk • May 1, 2019

Amazon to open new Denver office, add 400 tech jobs

Denver has pitched itself as a promising tech city because of the surrounding research labs, a trained workforce and its quality of life.

By Jason Plautz • May 1, 2019

Motus Ventures launches AI-focused fund

The Smart World Innovation Fund, which is projected to reach $30 million, aims to advance technologies such as robotics and internet of things.

By Jason Plautz • April 30, 2019

Johns Hopkins University launches Centers for Civic Impact

The effort will help the public sector use data better to improve citizens' lives, improve employees' technological skills and more effectively deliver services.

By Katie Pyzyk • April 30, 2019

Can cities stay beautiful in the age of 5G?

From utility poles to bulky equipment boxes, city residents and officials are concerned that infrastructure to support 5G can diminish aesthetics.

By Jason Plautz • April 30, 2019

TransitCenter's new tool helps cities track ridership trends

The mapping tool aggregates information from multiple national databases and lets users compare trends across various U.S. cities.

By Katie Pyzyk • April 29, 2019

AI, robots and the high-tech farm of the future

AI-driven technologies are starting to have a dramatic effect on an industry that has seen only incremental improvements over the last century and is in dire need of more sustainable models.

By Eric Jensen • April 29, 2019

Verizon names 20 more cities to get mobile 5G this year

The list of 5G cities represents a broad geographic mix, though Verizon is still not making any promises for rural customers in the early going.

By Jason Plautz • April 26, 2019

Important questions remain as cities move to deploy earthquake alert systems

While rolling out earthquake early-warning tech is a step in the right direction, it doesn't address how cities should prepare the public for receiving an alert.

By Michael Grass • April 25, 2019

Chicago adds subscription feature to ChiStreetWork portal

The update enables residents to customize alerts regarding construction work and event permits in their selected neighborhoods.

By Katie Pyzyk , Kristin Musulin • Updated March 11, 2020

Filament, University of Nevada partner to put blockchain in AVs

The project will work on improving communication between vehicles and connected infrastructure through LiDAR and dedicated devices.

By Jason Plautz • April 25, 2019

7 cities honored with What Works Cities certification for data usage

The certification, part of Michael Bloomberg’s broad push to encourage leadership in local government, recognizes the use of data and evidence in decision-making.

By Chris Teale • April 25, 2019

Alphabet's Wing Aviation gets FAA approval for drone delivery

The certification marks the first time a company in the United States has been given clearance to deliver commercial goods by drone.

By Matt Leonard • April 25, 2019

Meeting customer demand for in-building mobile connectivity

There is a big roadblock standing in the way of our connectivity expectations of the future: the current state of in-building coverage. 

By Brad Allen and Nate Fuentes • April 24, 2019

Sidewalk Labs proposes 'visual language' to notify public of data collection

Technology will display hexagonal icons to indicate what the tech is used for, what data is being identified and how it is being collected.

By Jason Plautz • April 23, 2019