Deep Dive: Page 7
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Tech can impact domestic violence — not always in a positive way
While technology can help abuse victims, it can also put them at risk for future altercations. Cities and partners are using innovative strategies to protect survivors and prevent future abuse.
Katie Pyzyk • May 30, 2019 -
To make a more accessible city, turn to the sidewalk
Universities, advocacy groups and startups are all exploring how to bring "big data to accessibility" in order to transform mobility for disabled communities.
Jason Plautz • May 23, 2019 -
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Is LiDAR a 'fool's errand'?
Tesla CEO Elon Musk said the technology will soon be obsolete in autonomous vehicles, but others have said it will long be part of a suite of safety tools.
Chris Teale • May 14, 2019 -
Mitigating America's food desert dilemma
Cities are moving away from one-off attempts to bring food to underserved areas and instead are looking to data-driven, comprehensive strategies.
Katie Pyzyk • May 7, 2019 -
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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."
Chris Teale • May 6, 2019 -
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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.
Jason Plautz • April 30, 2019 -
What the Lyft, Uber IPOs say about ride-hailing's future
An analysis of the companies' S-1 documents suggest both are concerned about profitability, while pinning much of their hopes on autonomous vehicles.
Chris Teale • April 17, 2019 -
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Bye-bye, bikes? Many mobility companies quietly shift their focus to scooters
Whether in one fell swoop or market by market, micromobility companies are pedaling away from bikes to prioritize what they say customers want: scooters.
Katie Pyzyk • April 8, 2019 -
Chris Teale
Is the conversation around cities' technology use shifting?
"I think we're seeing a maturation of the smart city movement," said US Ignite CTO Glenn Ricart on the second day of the Smart Cities Connect conference.
Chris Teale • April 4, 2019 -
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'Problems don't see borders': The importance of regional collaboration
On the first day of the Smart Cities Connect conference in Denver, speakers highlighted how various cities' efforts to collaborate have helped to advance smart initiatives.
Chris Teale • April 3, 2019 -
How autonomous shuttles are changing city transportation
Cities are rapidly embracing the technology to provide new options for residents and visitors to get around, with many already seeing the benefits.
Chris Teale • April 3, 2019 -
All hail: How taxi companies stay competitive in an evolving marketplace
As ride-hailing services grow in consumer popularity, savvy cab companies are using technology and improved sustainability to compete for business.
Katie Pyzyk • March 28, 2019 -
As 5G looms, most hospitals watch from the sidelines
Chicago's Rush University Medical Center is an early mover with the tech, but many other big systems are taking a wait-and-see approach.
Rebecca Pifer • March 22, 2019 -
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AI could change the world. This is how governments and citizens should prepare
At a summit in Washington, DC, experts called on technology companies to fight bias and for a greater emphasis on lifelong learning.
Chris Teale • March 20, 2019 -
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Municipal broadband internet: The next public utility?
Initiatives seem to be gaining steam as U.S. cities look to encourage equitable access — but pitfalls around cost and taxpayer risk remain.
Chris Teale • March 5, 2019 -
How new ideas of mobility will shape public EV charging infrastructure
The future of mobility will be autonomous and electric, with more people opting not to own a vehicle. That means ride- and car-sharing services will need to play a role in helping utilities roll out charging infrastructure.
Robert Walton • Feb. 28, 2019 -
Is New York's 2030 'zero waste' goal receding from reach?
Three key initiatives — single-stream recycling, curbside organics expansion and "save-as-you-throw" — are on hold indefinitely. Now, both skeptics and boosters are questioning whether it's practical or possible to hit the mark.
Cole Rosengren • Feb. 21, 2019 -
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1 year in: Uber's 'rocket shot' Cincinnati partnership
Through the Cincinnati Mobility Lab, the ride-hailing giant has studied the city's curbside and augmented its travel information system to boost efficiency.
Chris Teale • Feb. 11, 2019 -
Flush with data, cities take the lead in 2020 Census prep
For some cities, the 2020 Census — the first to be done largely online — is more important than ever. Getting residents to participate will be the top challenge.
Jason Plautz • Feb. 7, 2019 -
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What's all the hype about city crowdsourcing?
While it may seem like a hip, high-tech way to develop projects, more cities are employing crowdsourcing as a modern iteration of good ole public engagement.
Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 1, 2019 -
Atlanta transit, public safety agencies brace for Super Bowl LIII
Despite looming concerns around congestion and security, the city says it's prepared for crowds to descend on its Mercedes-Benz Stadium and downtown.
Chris Teale • Jan. 30, 2019 -
As solar-plus-storage surges, can smart devices help overcome deployment barriers?
As utilities move to reap the benefits of solar-plus-storage, manufacturing and interconnection barriers threaten to impede growth.
Herman K. Trabish • Jan. 29, 2019 -
Rogue Disposal & Recycling
How small US cities are fighting to save recycling
Solutions to preserve access and reduce contamination are emerging from municipalities, partners and citizen-led efforts in states such as Oregon, Virginia and New Hampshire.
Katie Pyzyk • Jan. 29, 2019 -
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The hype cools on 5G — but the revolution is still coming
Presentations on the wireless upgrade underwhelmed many at CES, but it remains an essential consideration when developing strategies around the next generation of consumer technology.
Peter Adams • Jan. 29, 2019 -
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Could 5G close the digital divide between urban and rural communities?
5G access could help rural economies grow and add more high-tech jobs, but the cost and return on investment of installing infrastructure is a major barrier.
Chris Teale • Jan. 7, 2019
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