NLC outlines benefits, risks of small cell deployment in new action guide

The group offers small cell policy and installation guidelines for meeting growing wireless demand ahead of wide 5G rollout later this year.

By Katie Pyzyk • Aug. 28, 2018

Airbnb sues NYC over new short-term rental rules

The company described the new law, set to go into effect in February, as an "extraordinary act of government overreach" in a court filing.

By Chris Teale • Aug. 27, 2018

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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.

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Despite NYC ride-hailing decision, pitfalls ahead for cities regulating gig economy

Chicago already suggested it may follow suit with the driving apps, while a need for governments to keep up with regulations and state preemption may slow things down.

By Chris Teale • Aug. 27, 2018

Startup in Residence program expands national cohort

The program now has 31 participants, including city and state governments, and said it aims to expand to 100 within the next five years.

By Katie Pyzyk • Aug. 24, 2018

National League of Cities, Results for America partner on data initiative

The workshop series through NLC University will help local governments more effectively use data and facts to improve residents’ lives.

By Chris Teale • Aug. 24, 2018

NYC beats out Silicon Valley for AI jobs

Postings for machine learning engineers, data scientists and computer vision engineer mentioned AI and ML the most.

By Alex Hickey • Aug. 24, 2018

Why cities should consider a Chief Digital Officer — even if the C-suite is crowded

Todd Asher of Bloomberg Associates explained how a CDO can be "additive" to a city government's digital leadership, despite existing CIO or CTO roles.

By Kristin Musulin • Aug. 23, 2018

Smart meter readings are a valid 'warrantless search,' court rules

Smart meter opponents challenged the public utility of Naperville, IL, over its data collection, which the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit deemed as warrantless, but not unreasonable.

By Robert Walton • Aug. 22, 2018

CTIA announces cybersecurity certification for IoT devices

The wireless industry group says the certification program will create a "more secure foundation" for smart cities, smart grids and other applications.

By Jason Plautz • Aug. 22, 2018

Breaking into blockchain: The emerging technology revolutionizing city operations

Blockchain may soon become as ubiquitous as electricity. Yet cities must first understand how the technology works and how it can enhance a variety of municipal offerings.

By Katie Pyzyk • Aug. 22, 2018

Columbus, OH seeking partner to build transportation app

The city envisions a platform that compares trips using different mobility options, including dockless bikes and scooters, and allows users to pay for them.

By Katie Pyzyk • Aug. 21, 2018

Seattle gives out $400K in digital literacy grants

The funds are for programs to improve understanding and use of technology for underserved populations, and will reach an estimated 8,300 residents, the city said.

By Jason Plautz • Aug. 20, 2018

It's not just convenience: The car of the future will save lives and our planet

Connected and autonomous vehicles will prevent deaths on the roads while also helping reduce carbon emissions, but they must be tested fully to remove any doubts.

By Siegfried Gross • Aug. 20, 2018

Study: Public more aware, but more apprehensive, of AVs

Most respondents said they know more about fully automated vehicles, but the number of people that would ride in one has decreased in the last two years. 

By Katie Pyzyk • Aug. 20, 2018

Cities deal with 'new normal' of year-round wildfires

Fire "season" is no more. Communities are more likely than ever to face catastrophic wildfires like the Carr and Mendocino Complex Fires — and preparation should not be underestimated.

By Chris Teale • Aug. 20, 2018

5 futuristic design concepts proposed by Sidewalk Toronto

Building raincoats, underground delivery systems and dynamic pavement may all soon be a reality in the waterfront neighborhood of Quayside.

By Kristin Musulin • Aug. 17, 2018

Startup focused on AI for infrastructure scores $4.5M in funding

SenSat's product learns from a virtual representation of the jobsite to present project teams with the most efficient course of action.

By Kathleen Brown • Aug. 17, 2018

Verizon taps Indianapolis as 4th city to receive 5G service

It joins Houston, Los Angeles and Sacramento to round out the first cohort of cities that will receive Verizon's super-fast fixed internet.

By Jason Plautz • Aug. 16, 2018

Houston public safety team reflects on 3-day cyberattack simulation

The city conducted the Jack Voltaic 2.0 exercise to answer a simple question: "If all sectors are under a coordinated cyberattack, would we be aware and able to handle it from within?"

By Katie Pyzyk • Aug. 16, 2018

Los Angeles subway to install body scanners

The portable scanners — purchased from the U.K. company Thruvision — can screen passengers for metallic and non-metallic objects and can detect items from 30 feet away. 

By Jason Plautz • Aug. 15, 2018

FirstNet 'laser focused' on network build-out, innovation after approving $240M budget

The total spending includes $78 million to fund new initiatives and technology for the platform, which has thousands of subscribers nationwide among emergency service agencies.

By Chris Teale • Aug. 14, 2018

Uber taps UT Austin for flying taxi tech

The university researchers will work with U.S. Army Research Labs to "explore the efficiency and noise signature of stacked co-rotating rotors" for VTOL aircrafts.

By Kristin Musulin • Aug. 14, 2018

Comcast offers low-cost internet program to veterans

The company has connected more than 6 million Americans — 2 million in the last year alone — through Internet Essentials, which provides low-cost internet and digital literacy training.

By Jason Plautz • Aug. 14, 2018

Study: EVs will have 20% of global mileage share by 2030

Researchers predict adoption will surge despite small current market share and government regulations, thanks in part to its use in other mobility forms.

By Katie Pyzyk • Aug. 13, 2018

Robot learns to build, adapt using Lego models

Autodesk's BrickBot is programed to autonomously build from 3D models and could be a precursor to construction and manufacturing applications.

By Laurie Cowin • Aug. 13, 2018