Public Safety

Trend Analysis: License Plate Recognition Technology
Public Services & Infrastructure Trend Analysis: License Plate Recognition Technology

Introduction Picture a city street where every passing vehicle is silently cataloged, its license plate scanned and stored in a vast database accessible to law enforcement and private entities alike, a reality shaped by license plate recognition (LPR) technology. This tool has become ubiquitous in

County Uses Wearables to Protect Aging Population
Public Services & Infrastructure County Uses Wearables to Protect Aging Population

In a quiet suburban neighborhood, an elderly woman takes a sudden tumble in her living room, miles away from any family or neighbors, but within seconds, a small device on her wrist detects the fall, alerts emergency services, and pinpoints her location. This isn’t a scene from a sci-fi movie—it’s

Why Is the IRS Delaying Direct File Until After 2026?
Public Services & Infrastructure Why Is the IRS Delaying Direct File Until After 2026?

Setting the Stage: A Missed Opportunity in Tax Filing Innovation In an era where digital solutions dominate everyday tasks, the tax preparation market stands at a critical juncture with the Internal Revenue Service's recent announcement that its Direct File program, a free online tax filing

ISU Researchers Develop App to Predict Indoor Heat Waves
Science & Technology ISU Researchers Develop App to Predict Indoor Heat Waves

Addressing the Crisis of Indoor Heat in Urban Areas In urban centers like Des Moines, Iowa, a silent threat looms over many households during scorching summer months: extreme indoor heat in homes without air conditioning, posing a significant public health challenge. With over half of the

Phoenix Pioneers Digital Twin to Tackle Regional Issues
Public Services & Infrastructure Phoenix Pioneers Digital Twin to Tackle Regional Issues

I'm thrilled to sit down with Donald Gainsborough, a renowned political savant and leader in policy and legislation, who is at the forefront of innovative urban solutions as the head of Government Curated. Today, we’re diving into the groundbreaking digital twin initiative in the greater Phoenix

Driver Data Sharing Technology – Review
Public Services & Infrastructure Driver Data Sharing Technology – Review

In an era where data drives decisions, the staggering volume of over 290 million driver data queries processed annually through systems like the International Justice and Public Safety Network (Nlets) reveals a powerful yet contentious tool in public safety. This technology, designed to facilitate

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