Inside the next steps for Texas broadband expansion
On the Priorities podcast, Texas broadband lead Greg Conte outlines next steps for the state's connectivity after voters passed a new fund.
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Texas voters approve new broadband expansion fund
A new $1.5 billion broadband fund in Texas will go toward matching grants for BEAD projects and allow it to leverage funds through the American Rescue Plan…
Dallas County says it prevented file encryption during ransomware attack
The hacker organization “Play” has claimed responsibility for a cyberattack in which it claims to have stolen thousands of files.
Texas public safety agency selects vendor for IT upgrades, terrorist registry
Texas Department of Public Safety is partnering with Mission Critical Partners to modernize its systems and develop a Terrorist Offender Registry.
Texas IT division launches security incident reporting portal
A new law requires state and local government entities to submit incident reports through a new web portal within 48 hours of discovery.
Texas public safety agencies buy software to integrate data
A dozen Texas public safety agencies will begin using a new emergency reporting software that enables data sharing across jurisdictions.
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Fort Worth, Texas, says hacktivist access was limited to maintenance app
The hacktivist group SiegedSec targeted Fort Worth, citing Texas' policies restricting medical treatment for transgender youth.
Texas to offer cyber investigation training to local cops
The Texas Department of Information Resources developed a course to teach local law enforcement how to respond to cybercrime complaints.
Texas governor approves bill for AI advisory committee
Texas is the latest state to create new governance around government's use of artificial intelligence.
How identity is driving digital services in Illinois
On the Priorities podcast, acting Illinois CIO Brandon Ragle says an identity platform is driving digital services in his state.