New York county receives $26 million to connect rural communities with broadband network
The funds will enable Oswego County to build 345 miles of fiber infrastructure to reach rural areas.
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Federal grants target scientific cyberinfrastructure research
The foundation seeks to advance scientific discovery and innovation through its Cybersecurity Innovation for Cyberinfrastructure (CICI) program.
Williamson County approves creation of Spaceport Development Corporation
The Williamson County Commissioners Court has signed off on creating the Central Texas Spaceport Development Corporation (SDC). The SDC is a nonprofit organization designed to prioritize dedicated infrastructure for spacecraft, rockets and satellites, known as spaceports. These include building and developing specialized
FCC launches deregulation initiative, seeks industry input
The FCC is seeking public input on every rule that could be eliminated to reduce regulatory burdens in the telecommunications sector.
States pioneer new bills to reinforce cybersecurity infrastructure, policies for public entities
States are introducing new legislation promoting stronger cybersecurity measures by modernizing IT infrastructure.
Energy investments needed to fuel next-gen data infrastructure
Electricity consumption from data centers is projected to rise from 5% to over 16% of total U.S. electricity use by 2033.
Smart city investments to reach $3.7T as cities prepare for autonomous vehicles
Verra Mobility released a new study, which found 93% of U.S. cities are preparing for driverless vehicles within the next five years.
NASA awards $20M for university-led aviation research
The research will focus on improving flight operations, enhancing communication systems and exploring autonomous flight capabilities.
Broadband expansion faces hurdles amid federal funding uncertainty
Despite these challenges, state legislatures are proactively seeking solutions.
Ohio launches fourth innovation hub to research 3D printing for aerospace, defense manufacturing
Ohio will launch the state’s fourth innovation hub in Youngstown, leveraging $62 million in local, state, federal and private investments to advance aerospace and defense manufacturing technologies. The Youngstown Innovation Hub for Aerospace and Defense will research and develop additive manufacturing solutions
