Identity as the new perimeter: How one county launched its zero trust initiative
Identity as the new perimeter: How one county launched its zero trust initiative
Cybersecurity
Hackers leak data online in escalation of LA schools ransomware attack
The group behind last month’s attack published 500 gigabytes of stolen data, but the superintendent said the district still refuses to pay the ransom.
Cloud & Infrastructure
Resilient communications vital in storm’s aftermath
Hurricane Ian forced governments across Florida to respond quickly, leading to calls for improved systems and streamlined recovery operations.
Emerging Tech
Drones could make last-mile package deliveries greener
Autonomous vehicles get packages out quicker while potentially reducing greenhouse gas emissions and energy consumption.
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Investing in solutions that complement law enforcement and optimize decision-making through actionable intelligence will transform citizen services and public safety, helping to build stronger communities.
Cybersecurity
States must plug into USDA antifraud system for SNAP delivery under new rule
The system, meant to help prevent duplicate participation in a key nutrition program, is expected to make enrollment and oversight easier for state workers who run SNAP and for people receiving benefits.
Emerging Tech
3D-printed homes save time, money, state pilot shows
A potential solution to Virginia’s housing shortage comes from the nozzle of a 3D printer.
Emerging Tech
House bill limits police use of facial recognition
The legislation would place “strong limits” on the technology’s use, provide transparency to those harmed by it and ensure there are annual assessments of its accuracy.
Cloud & Infrastructure
States get helping hand with cloud, cyber adoption
The Alliance for Digital Innovation said it hopes to help states invest in innovative technologies.
Emerging Tech
Debate: How to stop our cities from being turned into AI jungles
As artificial intelligence becomes more common, policymakers must bulk up AI governance to ensure the technology is used responsibly.
Public Safety
Digital floor plans of schools can speed emergency response
Providing first responders with a digitized map of school buildings may result in quicker response times and less confusion during crises.
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Securing Government Networks 2022
Cybersecurity tops the list of federal concerns for 2022, as it has for many previous years. But with the expanded attack surfaces that come with remote work, and increasing migration to the cloud, it's getting more complicated.
Cloud & Infrastructure
Digital transformation requires ‘mentality shift’
Making government staff comfortable with change is crucial as post-COVID workforce pressures persist.
Data & Analytics
The public health emergency will end: 3 ways agencies can prepare
Timely data, enhanced automation and an integrated system can help state health and human services agencies prepare for a potential influx of Medicaid redeterminations.
Public Safety
States take new steps to stop election mistruths from going viral
To combat the rising misinformation threat, some states are bringing on cybersecurity specialists to comb social media and flag posts that spread falsehoods about the voting process.
Data & Analytics
A city where big data, analytics drive mobility choices
San Jose’s decision support system helps officials decide how well mobility projects support city goals and whether past actions have played out as expected.
Emerging Tech
Smart tactics for introducing technology to a skeptical community
Education and engagement can get residents and local leaders on board with new projects, experts suggest.
Cybersecurity
Deep data inspection: The overlooked element in government data security
Because encryption can make data quality problems harder to detect and isolate, good quality, properly formatted, exploit-free data is essential.
Data & Analytics
A strategy for ethical, responsible release of public data
Agencies must balance access and privacy when deciding which data should be made public and how, according to a recent report.
Public Safety
How one fire department’s ‘crawl, walk, run’ mantra guides its drone use
Phoenix is slowly growing its drone program, which currently supports incident commanders managing fire-fighting resources.
Data & Analytics
How tech can make food assistance programs easier to use
Modernization and customer experience goals are folded into a new White House National Strategy on Hunger, Nutrition and Health that was released Tuesday.
Cybersecurity