Ford calls for shared language of self-driving cars

The automaker called for a universal signaling system for autonomous vehicles to communicate their intent to pedestrians, bikers and other drivers.

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 4, 2018

Portland State University launches centers for smart city tech, homelessness

$3 million in funding will help the research centers contribute toward solving some of Portland, OR's pressing problems.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 3, 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.

By Smart Cities Dive staff

Startup founded by Apple vets debuts advanced LiDAR for AVs

Aeva co-founder Mina Rezk wrote in a blog post that the technology will "play a big part in enabling autonomous vehicles to go mainstream."

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 3, 2018

NYC unveils plan to become leader of cybersecurity innovation

Cyber NYC, which will receive a combined $100 million in investments from the city and private partners, will seek to create 10,000 jobs in the sector.

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 3, 2018

Seattle to appeal FCC's 5G order

Mayor Jenny Durkan and City Attorney Pete Holmes said the plan undermines local control of infrastructure and could damage agreements with telecom companies.

By Chris Teale • Oct. 3, 2018

Amazon investment in prefab home company could signal smart home expansion

The e-commerce giant's investment in Plant Prefab through its Amazon Alexa Fund comes on the heels of other smart home technology partnerships.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 2, 2018

Why IoT is the key to autonomous transportation on a massive urban scale

Internet-connected sensors in phones, in vehicles, on roads and in buildings will transform how travelers interact with vehicles and how they move and live in the world's urban centers.

By Michael Cottle • Oct. 2, 2018

California passes net neutrality law, but DOJ sues over attempt to 'frustrate federal policy'

The state frequently sets the tone for what eventually becomes national rules for best practices in technology.

By Samantha Schwartz • Oct. 1, 2018

NTSB: Improved car design, infrastructure, data use could prevent pedestrian deaths

The National Transportation Safety Board offered a number of suggestions for improving pedestrian safety following a year-long investigation.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 1, 2018

Port of San Diego hit by cyberattack, ransomware demand

Goods are still moving at the port but some public services have been affected, while attackers demanded payment in Bitcoin.

By Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 1, 2018

To promote US leadership on 5G, officials call for government to step aside

At a White House summit on the technology, elected officials pledged to partner with businesses and help the country move ahead of China and South Korea.

By Chris Teale • Oct. 1, 2018

Traffic data startup wins DC civic app contest

Road Vision uses AI to translate video feeds into traffic mobility and safety information, and will be beta-tested with the city government.

By Chris Teale , Jason Plautz • Updated Feb. 19, 2019

Provo, UT is North America's fastest-growing tech employment market

Yes — even faster than San Francisco, Boston or Silicon Valley.

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 1, 2018

Autonomous shuttle challenge launches in Phoenix and Sacramento, CA

Interested groups in the two metro regions can pitch test cases for receiving a fleet of Olli electric shuttles, with the winners getting a three-month test period.

By Katie Pyzyk • Sept. 28, 2018

AT&T and Samsung exploring 5G-based 'Smart Factory'

The Austin-based site will operate within the Samsung Austin Semiconductor, an advanced semiconductor fabrication facility.

By Jason Plautz • Sept. 28, 2018

Could cities sue FCC over its 5G ruling?

Opponents raised concerns that the plan violates federal law and the 10th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, although advocates dismissed those charges.

By Chris Teale • Sept. 28, 2018

Dockless Digest: Safety advocates protest after scooter rider killed in DC

Carlos Sanchez-Martin, 20, was riding a Lime scooter when he was reportedly hit and dragged about 20 yards by an SUV and pinned underneath it.

By Chris Teale • Sept. 28, 2018

Uber announces $10M commitment to urban sustainability

In a blog post, CEO Dara Khosrowshahi detailed the company's growing commitments to climate efforts, congestion reduction, shared data and multimodal transportation.

By Kristin Musulin • Sept. 27, 2018

FCC's 5G ruling could hurt city tech initiatives, opponents warn

The new rules cap fees cities can charge telecom companies, which could undermine their efforts to fund digital inclusion programs, detractors said.

By Chris Teale • Sept. 27, 2018

Elemental Excelerator taps 20 startups for 2019 cohort

The accelerator also announced a third track to support companies with focuses on underserved and low-income communities.

By Jason Plautz • Sept. 25, 2018

Is Verizon winning the race to 5G in the US?

The company's VP for City Solutions Sean Harrington said it is at the "forefront" of the new technology, which begins its home service Oct. 1.

By Chris Teale • Sept. 25, 2018

NYC releases open data report, includes 629 new data sets

Leaders also are creating two data advisory councils — one for high school students — to develop strategic partnerships and receive feedback.

By Katie Pyzyk • Sept. 24, 2018

Grassroots coalition asks FCC to slow 5G expansion over health concerns

Americans for Responsible Technology says the commission "lacks both the ability and the authority to undertake a rigorous scientific review" of related health studies.

By Jason Plautz • Sept. 24, 2018

5G? Start planning for 6G, FCC commissioner says

While 6G may seem a long way off, it will involve speeds "a thousand times faster" than 5G using terahertz frequency, as well as densified networks thanks to base stations embedded in every piece of tech human beings use.

By Chris Teale • Sept. 24, 2018

Lyft to provide in-app public transit info in Santa Monica, CA

The app will show Big Blue Bus, LA Metro and Metrolink routes and schedules, as well as scooter locations following the launch of its scooter fleet in the city.

By Kristin Musulin • Sept. 21, 2018