GovTech Today
GOVTECH TODAY
FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Election Tech Vendors File $5.3B in Defamation Lawsuits
Some who knowingly parroted former President Donald Trump’s debunked claims about election fraud could be on the hook for billions, while election security experts are encouraged by progress since 2016. READ MORE

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Today’s cybersecurity challenges are truly unprecedented
Agencies everywhere—especially at the state and local level—are constantly bombarded by attempted hacks and other cyberthreats through ransomware and malware.
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Experts Anticipate New Interest in Transportation Under Biden
New leadership in the White House and at the U.S. Department of Transportation could signal renewed interest in projects centered on improving mobility around cities, as well as larger rail capital projects. READ MORE

Michigan Cybersecurity Efforts Under New Leadership
Laura Clark has been named the state’s permanent chief security officer, after holding the position in an interim capacity since last summer. She replaces Chris DeRusha, who worked on the Biden campaign and is now the federal CISO. READ MORE

How Will Biden Transform Government Website Accessibility?
The new WhiteHouse.gov accessibility statement proves that the Biden administration is committed to making its website usable for people of all abilities, and is instructive for state and local government as well. READ MORE

Data Finds Students Falling Behind in Math During Pandemic
Analysts have been tracking the progress of 800,000 students on Zearn’s online math platform. The results show students from low-income zip codes are especially struggling to keep up with online lessons. READ MORE

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It’s important to recognize that you will get breached at some point
Security for the network of the future requires holistic solutions that help protect you at every step—from endpoints to servers to the cloud.
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MORE HEADLINES

Cruise Sets 2020 Mileage Record for AV Testing in California

Iowa Vaccination Software Leaves Demographic Data Gaps

Tech Gaps Limit Some Students’ Contact With Teachers

Opinion: Texas Right to Focus on Expanding Internet Access

Michigan Looks to Bolster Water Plant Cybersecurity

West Virginia Broadband Accessibility Bill Moves Forward

Miami to Study Bitcoin for Employee Salaries, City Payments

EDITOR'S CHOICE

Washington Bill Looks to Centralize Cybersecurity Efforts

What’s New in Civic Tech: NYC Celebrates Innovation Cohort

Axon to Integrate Video Evidence Platform With Cellebrite

INDUSTRY RESOURCES

Paper: Simplify External Workforce Management with Digital Processes

Paper: Streamline COVID-19 Vaccine Administration

Paper: How State and Local Governments Can Work Together to Strengthen Cybersecurity

Paper: A New Operating Model: Strategies as State and Local Governments Navigate What's Next

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