GovTech Today
GOVTECH TODAY
FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Is ‘Smart City’ a Euphemism for ‘Plain Old Surveillance’?
Speakers at the recent Micromobility World conference debated the future of smart city tech and whether it’s actually been improving urban mobility, or simply facilitating a growth of the surveillance state. READ MORE

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What's New in Civic Tech: Experts Call for Eviction Data
Plus, an open source tool tracks first 100 days in office for new Baltimore mayor; Baton Rouge, La., releases an open data policy report with plans for expansion, and Houston looks to hire a new CDO. READ MORE

Washington State Takes Another Run at Online Privacy Rules
With the backing of big technology companies like Amazon and Microsoft, the Washington Privacy Act could mean new rights for the consumer. But not everyone is convinced the bill has the teeth it needs to work. READ MORE

NYC Cyber Command: Embracing Our ‘Zero Trust’ Reality
As it works across more than 100 offices and agencies to prevent, detect, respond and recover from cyberthreats, the New York City Cyber Command wants help building a zero trust digital infrastructure. READ MORE

Kofile Spins Out New Company, GovOS, for Digital Services
GovOS will start with six products aimed at helping local governments set up online alternatives to paper-based processes and services, allowing Kofile to maintain its focus on digitizing public records. READ MORE

QUESTION OF THE DAY

Which New York skyscraper is now powered by the wind?
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MORE HEADLINES

Torrington, Conn., to Trim Permitting Process With New Software

Ohio Unemployment Agency Opens Fraud Victim Hotline

North Korea Targeted Cybersecurity Researchers Using a Blend of Hacking and Espionage

Automakers Push for ‘Critical’ Self-Driving Car Rules

Tennessee Highways Put EV Charging Stations Every 50 Miles

County Leadership Opposes Air Surveillance in St. Louis, Mo.

EDITOR'S CHOICE

Miami-Dade IT Names New Interim Director as CIO Retires

Tucson Builds Public-Private Partnership to Expand Connectivity

Strong State Policies Are Still Needed for EV Growth

INDUSTRY RESOURCES

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