Plus, Verizon launches public safety event series, contactless fare transit systems in high demand and more...
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TOP NEWS

New Partners Team Up on Gunshot Detection A large security systems retailer has seen a rise in demand for versatile gunshot detection technology at the same time the CARES Act is offering money to local governments for security upgrades.

Verizon Launches Public Safety Advisory Council Event Series Building on prior investments in the market for first responder technology, Verizon is giving public safety agencies a chance to hear from its advisory council on pressing issues in the field.

Contactless Transit Fare Systems Are in High Demand The novel coronavirus has prompted some transit agencies to reimagine how they accept fares. Efforts to keep transit staff and riders safe, while serving the “unbanked,” are giving new payment solutions a foothold.

UI Fraud Rises as Relief Funds Go to Bad Actors (Contributed) While the Paycheck Protection Program is intended to help keep businesses afloat during the economic uncertainty of the pandemic, the impact of those looking to take advantage of the system can reach the local level.

MARKET SPOTLIGHT

Government IT Awaits Impending Budget Storm Under New Strain Tech departments are moving quickly to meet the unique, urgent needs of the moment. Meanwhile, their elected leaders are grappling with gigantic revenue losses. So what does it all mean for IT?

WATCHLIST

GovTech companies on our radar this week:

Hoplr: A Euro-centric, neighborhood-based social networking platform that works with local government.

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WHAT WE'RE READING

State and Local Government Aid is Biggest Difference Between Democrats’ and Republicans’ COVID Relief Bills (New York Times)

U.S. Sanctions Chinese Paramilitary Involved in Mass Detention of Uighurs (Axios)

California Pot Arrests Decline, but Still Hit Minorities Harder (Associated Press)

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