Emerging Technology and Innovation News and Articles

License Plate Recognition Systems Extend the Reach of Patrol Officers

Add to My GT: Apr 9, 2008 - Plate readers help shorthanded departments spot stolen cars and other criminal activity.

Governor Rell Announces Innovative Ideas Initiative Add to My GT:

Jul 23, 2008 - "Ideas that we use will not only get public recognition -- they will be eligible for cash awards as well."

San Francisco Issues RFI for Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Add to My GT:

Jul 22, 2008 - A new generation of electric vehicles, both plug-in hybrids and full-battery electric vehicles, is beginning to emerge and is expected to accelerate in the near future.

Denver Mayor Channels Humor on YouTube Add to My GT:

Jul 21, 2008 - Video-sharing sites and other Web 2.0 applications provide government access to younger generations, the heaviest 2.0 users.

Updated Framework From IT Governance Institute Helps Executives Increase Value of IT-related Investments Add to My GT:

Jul 21, 2008 - "Organizations have difficulty implementing IT governance because they base IT investment decisions on IT metrics instead of business metrics."

Video Conferencing Improves Instruction for Tennessee Schools Add to My GT:

Jul 21, 2008 - Web-based video conferencing lets five schools share one algebra teacher.

Local Government Group Forms to Promote 311/CRM Add to My GT:

Jul 17, 2008 - 311 service is making it easier for citizens to connect with their local government when they need help.

IBM, New York State to Invest in Nano-Chip Technologies Add to My GT:

Jul 17, 2008 - The state will provide a total of $140 million in economic development grants, leveraging more than a 10-to-one private investment of $1.5 billion from IBM.

Southern California Edison Begins Construction of Nation's Largest Solar Panel Installation Project Add to My GT:

Jul 16, 2008 - Program in line with the Million Solar Roofs and supports state's Global Warming Solutions Act.

RFID Shows Potential in Africa Even as High Costs Remain Cause for Concern Add to My GT:

Jul 16, 2008 - New analysis finds that there is a particular demand for low-cost tags in the African environment.

NASA Responds to California Wildfire Emergency Imaging Request Add to My GT:

Jul 11, 2008 - Onboard sensor can detect temperature differences from less than one-half degree to approximately 1,000 degrees Fahrenheit.

Senate Calls for Physicians to Adopt Electronic Prescribing Add to My GT:

Jul 11, 2008 - "Electronic prescribing and this legislation are essential steps to improving the quality of health care and safety of patients."

Carly the Avatar Greets Visitors to San Carlos City Hall Add to My GT:

Jul 10, 2008 - General fund budget cuts met with virtual receptionist.

Salzburg, Austria, to Participate in Digital Cities Initiative Add to My GT:

Jul 9, 2008 - "This type of pilot program will help us better understand how we can create an attractive and sustainable future for Salzburg and its people."

Cybercriminals Reinvent Methods of Malicious Attacks, Says Report Add to My GT:

Jul 8, 2008 - Massive SQL injection attacks were launched on thousands of Web pages belonging to Fortune 500 corporations, state government agencies and educational institutions.

Report: Broadband Telephony Will Nearly Double Between 2007 and 2013 Add to My GT:

Jul 8, 2008 - Cable operators will see most of this increase, with their VoIP subscriber base nearly doubling during the forecast period.

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