VR campus tours come to Texas A&M

Prospective students can now visit a variety of campus locations, receiving information about each via an on-screen display.

By Roger Riddell • April 17, 2017

Report: Substandard housing contributes to poor mental, physical health

More than 30 million housing units in the U.S. have major physical or health hazards, per a report from the Urban Institute exploring ways to battle blight.

By Mary Tyler March • April 17, 2017

Dallas siren hacking indicates need for secure tech infrastructure

The hackers reportedly set off 156 sirens more than a dozen times in the middle of the night, causing stress to the area's 911 system.

By Kristin Musulin , Jackie Snow • April 12, 2017

AT&T to build nation's first public safety network

The network is intended to allow first responders across all 50 states share critical information without difficulties associated with separate radio systems.

By Jackie Snow • April 12, 2017

Stanford researchers explore 'managed retreat' for when disaster strikes

The strategy of abandoning at-risk buildings or relocating communities is most likely when the environmental risks are deemed "intolerable," according to a new report.

By Jean Thilmany • April 12, 2017

Texas leads US states with fastest-growing cities

The relatively low cost of living and economic stability are together fueling migration to cities in the Lone Star State.

By Mary Tyler March • April 11, 2017

California lawmakers raise gas tax, vehicle fees to pay for $52B infrastructure plan

The state currently has a backlog of approximately $130 billion in infrastructure projects, and experts estimate that about half of California's roads are in disrepair. 

By Kim Slowey • April 10, 2017

What is a 'smart city'?

Definitions vary, but one goal is constant: to develop more sustainable and livable communities for all ages and abilities.

By Jackie Snow • April 6, 2017

The future of 5G and fast(er) internet connections

Verizon will start rolling out 5G services this year in 11 test markets, including Dallas, Denver, Houston, Miami and Seattle. 

By Jackie Snow • April 6, 2017

Bloomberg announces smart city certification

What Works Cities will mirror existing building certification programs by offering a point-based system through which cities can earn silver, gold or platinum status.

By Mary Tyler March • April 5, 2017

New map highlights transportation-related noise levels across US

The Bureau of Transportation Statistics released the map to help policymakers better understand trends surrounding aviation and highway road noise.

By Jackie Snow • April 3, 2017

Welcome to the new Smart Cities Dive!

The team behind Waste Dive, Utility Dive and Construction Dive have joined together to launch Smart Cities Dive, a new resource to help leaders address issues making systems that are more sustainable, connected and livable.

By Eli Dickinson • March 31, 2017

How a city, not a company, hosted the biggest booth at SXSW job market

The 2017 SXSW Recruitment event featured a large presence from Atlanta's employer base hoping to attract job seekers for over 10,000 available jobs. 

By Tess Taylor , Liza Casabona • March 24, 2017

NYC Safety Symposium: Why companies should invest in employees, tech and counterterrorism

During the half-day event, industry leaders discussed ideas for how to improve safety and get waste collection off the most dangerous occupation list.

By Cole Rosengren • March 23, 2017

Seattle City Council approves creation of renter advisory group

Skyrocketing rents fueled by new high-income earners are forcing many longtime residents out of their rental homes and into a market that lacks affordable options.

By Katy Tomasulo • March 23, 2017

Students use project-based learning to improve city design

A new curriculum called Moonshot is facilitating early lessons in urban planning, developed by a Google engineer, putting emphasis on community and city improvement projects.

By Stephen Noonoo • March 20, 2017

A virtual 3-D model of Singapore shows one future for data-driven cities

Data on transit, public health, weather, buildings and more are coming together to offer a real-time view of the city-state in action.

By Chris Wood • March 1, 2017

More cities enlist sanitation workers to assist with law enforcement

Programs in Spokane, WA and Kansas City, KS are the latest efforts to get help from workers who know their routes better than anyone else.

By Cole Rosengren • March 1, 2017

Businesses expected to use 3.1B IoT devices in 2017, Gartner says

The projections around IoT seem astronomical, but is it really ready for prime time? The rise of IoT devices continue to introduce significant security concerns.

By Justine Brown , Naomi Eide • Feb. 8, 2017

IoT hits pay dirt where needs and capabilities align

Internet of Things technology is enabling companies across sectors to automate business processes, boost productivity and improve efficiencies.

By Mary Catherine O'Connor • Jan. 24, 2017

Cisco: Led by IoT, 2020 cloud traffic to nearly quadruple

Cloud traffic will grow from 3.9 zettabytes per year in 2015 to 14.1 ZB per year in 2020, according to Cisco.  

By Justine Brown • Nov. 15, 2016

IoT's role growing as cities are pressed to get smarter

Gartner predicts cities will use 380 million connected devices next year.

By Justine Brown • Nov. 9, 2016

Tech companies see potential in 'smart cities' movement

More firms are getting involved in the campaign, but are cities on board?

By Justine Brown • June 27, 2016