Plus, hackers might be targeting critical infrastructure more often, West Virginia cites security concerns in pausing use of Voatz app, Symbium launches new service for building and zoning codes and more...

GovTech Today
GOVTECH TODAY
MARCH 4, 2020

Centralized vs. Federated: Breaking Down IT Structures
Despite a trend in recent years to centralize enterprise IT, not every jurisdiction is ready to make the move toward consolidation. Here’s a look at several governments’ paths to the IT environment that works for them. READ MORE

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My Time with the Technology that Founded our IoT World
When I started in technology 30-plus years ago, I never would have imagined we’d have the smart devices we enjoy today. There are so many types of gadgets that improve our quality of life, from smart lighting toand smart refrigerators (to remind you it’s time to buy more milk), and even smart hairbrushes for healthier hair. I have to admit, there are times when I just sit back, a little awed, and wonder how in the world did this all get started?
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TOP STORIES

Are Hackers Targeting Critical Infrastructure More Often?
Researchers at RSA 2020 discussed the growing trend of hackers harassing large industrial systems. In doing so, they aren't just shifting their targets — they're also exhibiting more insidious behavior. READ MORE

West Virginia Pauses Use of Voatz Voting App, Cites Security
Voatz, a mobile voting app that utilizes blockchain, has been part of successful election pilots in multiple states. But West Virginia, the first state to use Voatz, won't employ the app for its primary election in May. READ MORE

Symbium Opens Service for Analyzing Zoning, Building Codes
The San Francisco company hopes to make a dent in California’s housing crisis by giving homeowners and developers an interactive mapping tool to show them if and how they can build an accessory dwelling unit. READ MORE

Startups to Partner with NYC Agencies as Part of Transit Lab
Various transit agencies in the New York City area will partner with nine startups on the focus areas of accessibility, revenue generation and curb space management as part of the Transit Tech Lab. READ MORE

QUESTION OF THE DAY

Amazon Prime will stream 21 Yankees games in which states?
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Funding Digital Transformation: Public-Sector Problem Solvers
It is estimated that the increasing pace of urbanization is bringing 3 million people into cities every week. That’s roughly equivalent to the entire population of Chicago moving into a city every week.
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MORE HEADLINES

Insurance to Cover Cybercrime Cost Connecticut Community

Illinois County Finds Zoning Violations with New Software

Maine Advances Bill to Foster Surveillance Transparency

Is Equity a Factor for San Diego Streetlight Cam Deployment?

Expert: We Are Not Learning Enough From Cyberattacks

Maryland County Shows Off Electric Bus Fleet to Congress

Missouri Lawmakers Working on Autonomous Delivery Rules

Connecticut Town Considers Police Body Cams, Surveillance

Technology Resource Center Addresses Skills Gap in Indiana

EDITOR'S CHOICE

New Mexico Picks Former Agency CIO as Next IT Secretary

South Dakota Pulls New CIO from Illinois Secretary of State

Could Spiral Tech Development Lead to the End of Agile?

Coronavirus: The Unexpected Human Element at RSA Conference 2020

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