Washington state bills push for blockchain group, digital credentials
New legislation would direct officials and industry groups to explore how blockchain could be used to support government operations.
Six states win NGA grants to close digital skills gaps
Hawaii, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania and Rhode Island have been selected to join the NGA's Workforce Innovation Network.
San Jose's new youth mental-health directory doesn't look like a city website
San Jose Chief Innovation Offer Jordan Sun said directory, designed by San Jose State University students and recent graduates, addresses a pressing need for youth mental health services.
Police misconduct registry named for John Lewis to launch for public use in fall
The LEWIS Registry, being developed at the University of Southern California, will let users see if police officers have instances of misconduct in their records.
New NTIA broadband map highlights digital divide
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration's new map shows the broadband shortages in areas like tribal lands and minority-serving institutions.
Cisco targets rural broadband expansion with North Carolina center
Cisco executives said a new Rural Broadband Center will showcase technologies designed to reduce internet providers' costs of expanding service.
