Why building a dynamic smart city requires an equally-dynamic network

The network supporting a city's smart technology must adapt intuitively to shift bandwidth accordingly when and where it’s most critical. 

By Daniele Loffreda • March 26, 2018

FCC relaxes federal review rules to allow quicker 5G deployment

The majority of small cells to support the network will now not require review under the National Historic Preservation and National Environmental Policy Acts.

By Chris Teale • March 23, 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

Update: Video of fatal AV collision raises questions about driver responsibility, tech

A video was released Wednesday showing the internal and external views of the Uber vehicle, moments before it collided with a woman crossing the street.

By Kristin Musulin • March 23, 2018

Lawmakers call for more P3s, workforce development to grow smart cities

US Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-NV, and Reps. Darrell Issa, R-CA, and Yvette Clarke, D-NY, said education is key, as well as collaboration with the private sector.

By Chris Teale • March 23, 2018

FBI investigating ransomware attack on Atlanta

In a press conference, city leaders said it is unclear to what extent the city and its residents have been affected and declined to say if they would pay any ransom.

By Kristin Musulin • March 23, 2018

Indiana IoT Lab now open as part of state's tech 'transformation'

The first-of-its-kind facility in Fishers will support collaboration and innovation, specifically in the industries of manufacturing, logistics and agriculture.

By Chris Teale • March 22, 2018

Google Pay now available for touchless transit payments

The Las Vegas Monorail is the first transit system where riders can use Google Pay.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 21, 2018

$400M Canadian P3 to advance 5G test beds

The partnership will allow small businesses to research and test 5G innovations in Ontario and Quebec.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 20, 2018

Coalition calls for increased federal regulation of AVs

The group of safety advocates accuses the U.S. Department of Transportation of inaction during a "crucial" time in automotive history.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 20, 2018

Google Maps now shows wheelchair-friendly transit options

Users can search for transit stations and routes that are accessible for those with disabilities.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 19, 2018

2026 World Cup bid promises 'fully-ready' infrastructure, new innovations at host cities

The joint United States, Canada and Mexico proposal emphasizes public transportation as well as the use of new technology including drones and autonomous vehicles.

By Chris Teale • March 19, 2018

IoT fact vs. fiction: Setting the record straight for your business

The hype around IoT is compounded by several common misconceptions about how it should be used and how it should be implemented.

By Maciej Kranz • March 19, 2018

Munis to charge cryptocurrency miners higher power prices in New York

Cryptocurrency mining operations are using thousands of times more electricity than an average residential customer, potentially driving up rates for everyone.

By Robert Walton • March 16, 2018

NYC CTO Miguel Gamiño to leave public office

Gamiño, who was appointed in October 2016, prioritized equitable innovation and was active in the city's municipal tech engagement program, NYCx.

By Kristin Musulin • March 16, 2018

Lyft partners with tech company Magna to develop AV systems

The pair will collaborate on manufacturing the technology at the ride-hailing app's Palo Alto, CA, testing facility.

By Chris Teale • March 16, 2018

Audi expands traffic light countdown technology to DC

Drivers of select Audi models will be told when a stop light will turn green, and that information will be shared with the city.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 15, 2018

Austin, TX pilot to provide real-time bus info to blind riders sees 80% success rate

Bluetooth-enabled beacons at 15 downtown stops provided schedule updates and alerts automatically through the BlindSquare app.

By Chris Teale • Updated July 24, 2018

More than 100 mayors sign Cities Open Internet Pledge

In March, NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio called on cities to join him in procuring internet services only from ISPs that follow net neutrality.

By Kristin Musulin • Updated May 2, 2018

3 ways to avoid smart city overwhelm

Even with the best of intentions, it’s all too easy for civic leaders to become overwhelmed by the size and scope of developing a smart city, particularly in deciding where to begin.

By Susanne Seitinger • March 15, 2018

The partnerships enabling disabled city residents to better explore their surroundings

Experts say that despite cities' pushes for inclusivity, people with disabilities remain an overlooked group, especially during city planning processes.

By Katie Pyzyk • March 15, 2018

Officials talk up rollout of 'game-changer' FirstNet

Features, including enhanced location finding, could be helpful in urban areas to show which story of a high-rise someone is on.

By Chris Teale • March 14, 2018

Apple Maps adds bike-share station locations

The feature works on maps for 179 cities in 36 countries, and the partnering companies plan to add more. 

By Katie Pyzyk • March 14, 2018

London mayor: Governments 'sitting on their hands' while tech revolution happens

During a keynote speech at SXSW, Mayor Sadiq Khan called on local politicians to better ensure that tech growth is beneficial, not detrimental, to cities.

By Kristin Musulin • March 13, 2018

Q&A: NYC CTO Miguel Gamiño on making tech work 'for all people'

Gamiño discussed his "people first" approach, his push to make broadband accessible and his thoughts on New York's unofficial nickname, "Silicon Valley East."

By Katie Pyzyk • March 13, 2018

Government, business leaders leverage tech to fight urban opioid crisis

Leaders pointed to successes in Annapolis, MD, which uses a centralized dashboard to keep track of overdoses and available space at treatment centers.

By Chris Teale • March 13, 2018