Digital divide shrinking in North Carolina, says CIO North Carolina CIO Jim Weaver says the state is making great progress in connecting its residents to high-speed internet. 2 days ago By Colin Wood Jake Williams
California eyes digital divide while pursuing AI State Chief Information Officer Liana Bailey-Crimmins claims that about 20% of the state’s residents don’t have broadband access. Dec 20, 2024 By Colin Wood Jake Williams Sophia Fox-Sowell
Connecticut’s CIO has ‘unique’ role heading edtech commission Among the jobs of Connecticut Chief Information Officer Mark Raymond is leading the state's Commission for Educational Technology. Dec 17, 2024 By Colin Wood Jake Williams
Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser delivers remarks at the Legacy Leadership Luncheon Awards during the National Urban League ‘s 2022 Conference in Washington. (Brian Stukes / Getty Images) Washington, D.C., announces $3.8M in digital equity funds Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the city will provide $3.8 million to connect residents to high-speed internet and digital education services. Dec 9, 2024 By Keely Quinlan
(Getty Images) Kansas boosts public Wi-Fi, device programs with $10.7 million in funding Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly announced a $10.7 million round of funding for the state's Advancing Digital Opportunities to Promote Technology program. Dec 4, 2024 By Colin Wood
(Getty Images) Pennsylvania hands out thousands of laptops for residents without devices Pennsylvania organizations receiving laptops can allow residents to access the devices on site or through lending programs. Nov 22, 2024 By Keely Quinlan
Alfa Romeo driver Valtteri Bottas passes by Sphere during practice at the Las Vegas Grand Prix on Friday, Nov. 17, 2023 in Las Vegas. (Myung J. Chun / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images) Inside the track: How tech will keep Las Vegas safe during Formula One Grand Prix Clark County Fire Department Assistant Chief Brian O'Neal said months of planning have gone into ensuring this week's F1 racing event doesn't disrupt public safety operations in… Nov 20, 2024 By Keely Quinlan
(Getty Images) Trade association urges FCC to adopt symmetrical 100 Mbps broadband speed definition The National Rural Electric Cooperative Association called for the FCC to set broadband speeds as 100 Mbps for both downloads and uploads. Oct 7, 2024 By Keely Quinlan
The U.S. Supreme Court in November 2021. (Daniel Slim / AFP / Getty Images) Nonprofits voice support for upcoming E-Rate whistleblower case The case involves allegations that Wisconsin schools and libraries were overcharged for broadband services provided via the FCC's E-Rate program. Oct 3, 2024 By Keely Quinlan
(developmentseed.org) States say new NTIA guidelines could disrupt broadband rollouts Some state officials complained that federal guidance on broadband grants is conflicting and potentially disruptive to their projects. Sep 10, 2024 By Sophia Fox-Sowell