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Cruise robotaxi investigationsCruise recalls driverless robotaxis after halting operations in 3 cities
The General Motors subsidiary is grappling with two federal investigations and a recent incident in which one of its cars left a pedestrian seriously injured.
By Dan Zukowski • Updated Nov. 8, 2023 -
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Is Phoenix’s construction market hot? It depends on who you ask.
With few natural disaster risks, a stable climate and business-friendly practices, the Arizona metropolis has experienced a burst in industrial building.
By Matthew Thibault • Oct. 26, 2023 -
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TrendlineSmart 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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OpinionWhy payments to government agencies should be easier
“Increasingly, government agencies — and the people they serve — need a payments system that is connected across departments and jurisdictions,” writes one payments executive.
By Sloane Wright • Oct. 25, 2023 -
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Cruise robotaxi investigationsCalifornia suspends Cruise robotaxis for misrepresenting safety
The General Motors subsidiary withheld portions of a video showing a recent incident that left a pedestrian severely injured, the state DMV said.
By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 25, 2023 -
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31 ‘tech hubs’ unveiled by Biden administration
The federal government is betting on the hubs to transform into globally competitive innovation centers. Phase 2 of the initiative — a competition for millions of federal dollars to implement local plans — starts now.
By Ysabelle Kempe • Oct. 24, 2023 -
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Cities reap benefits from ‘intelligent transportation systems,’ but challenges remain
Technologies that can improve traffic flow and safety for pedestrians and bicyclists need “sustained funding and leadership,” local and state officials told the Government Accountability Office.
By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 20, 2023 -
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Washington, DC’s ban on cashless businesses, explained
As contactless, digital and card transactions become more common, the district has joined state and local governments preserving residents’ right to pay cash.
By Paige Gross • Oct. 19, 2023 -
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Cruise robotaxi investigationsCruise faces federal investigation after driverless robotaxi severely injures pedestrian
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating four incidents involving autonomous Cruise vehicles and pedestrians in San Francisco.
By Dan Zukowski • Oct. 17, 2023 -
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DOE selects 7 hydrogen hubs for $7B funding opportunity
The selection of several hubs focused on hydrogen production from fossil fuels and carbon capture drew the ire of environmental groups.
By Emma Penrod • Oct. 16, 2023 -
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Sponsored by AvtecEvolving public safety challenges demand reliable and flexible communications
Every second is critical to the safety and success of your emergency response teams.
Oct. 16, 2023 -
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NYC launches ‘smart city testbed’: Here are the first 3 pilot technologies
Initial projects aim to pull pollution out of the air and scan buildings for flaws that reduce energy efficiency.
By Ysabelle Kempe • Oct. 12, 2023 -
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Columbus embraces its role as ‘tech capital of the Midwest’
A deluge of private-sector funding, rapid growth and a strong business environment contribute to the Ohio city’s surging construction starts.
By Matthew Thibault • Oct. 11, 2023 -
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Notable 2024 conferences for smart city leaders
Newly added events focus on traffic safety, technology and green infrastructure.
By Ysabelle Kempe • Updated Aug. 2, 2024 -
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National Weather Service rolls out flood forecast maps
When paired with existing tools, the maps can show where a forecasted flood overlaps with built infrastructure, including that serving vulnerable communities, a federal water official said.
By Ysabelle Kempe • Oct. 3, 2023 -
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New Orleans adds AI technology to improve traffic safety around streetcar lines
Smart sensors from NoTraffic will be part of a traffic monitoring system powered by artificial intelligence in a partnership between local authorities and the private sector.
By Dan Zukowski • Sept. 19, 2023 -
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Philadelphia’s smart cities team reflects at the 4-year mark
Its Smart Cities Roadmap looks for public-private partnerships to inject technology solutions throughout city departments. City leaders talk about the team’s accomplishments and next steps.
By Paige Gross • Sept. 15, 2023 -
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Curb-management innovations: Lessons from smart and zero-emission loading zone pilots
Local business pushback, regulatory barriers and other challenges face cities testing ways to create more orderly curb traffic.
By Karen Kroll • Sept. 14, 2023 -
California’s Senate passes bill to restrict driverless trucks
The measure could require an operator onboard heavy autonomous vehicles for years. Supporters and opponents both argued that the matter relates to safety.
By David Taube • Sept. 14, 2023 -
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Ignoring AI is not a viable option for transportation officials: report
Artificial intelligence can create safer, more convenient and more equitable transportation systems, says an Eno Center for Transportation report.
By Dan Zukowski • Sept. 6, 2023 -
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Tech company unveils AI-powered platform to determine ideal EV charging sites
Freewire Technologies’ tool aims to help the businesses and c-store retailers using its chargers determine optimal locations to place them.
By Jessica Loder • Aug. 31, 2023 -
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StreetLight Data and TomTom to partner on transportation data
The companies will develop an analytic platform to help cities and transit agencies plan transportation and infrastructure projects.
By Dan Zukowski • Aug. 25, 2023 -
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After a leadership shakeup, Bird will focus on ‘key markets,’ scooter deployment and repair
The micromobility company plans additional layoffs in Q3 as part of ongoing efforts to achieve profitability, according to SEC filings and its Q2 earnings call.
By Kalena Thomhave • Aug. 25, 2023 -
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4 communities to build anti-racist data ecosystems with $5M from foundations
Pittsburgh will use the grant to include Black communities “at the point where data is first discussed, before, sometimes, even the point of data collection,” said the city’s chief data officer.
By Ysabelle Kempe • Aug. 23, 2023 -
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Air taxi developers Archer, Joby report progress toward commercial flights
Both U.S. eVTOL companies received Federal Aviation Administration approval to begin test flights. A U.K. competitor’s aircraft crashed during testing this month.
By Dan Zukowski • Aug. 23, 2023 -
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Robotaxi collisions crimp Cruise expansion plans in San Francisco
Cruise’s driverless ride-hailing vehicle fleet in the city will shrink 50% while the state Department of Motor Vehicles investigates crashes and erratic behavior.
By Dan Zukowski • Aug. 21, 2023
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