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Taking An 'All of the Above' Approach to Cope With Tech Disruption
The U.S. Conference of Mayors President on how he and his peers are helping residents confront the realities of today's economy—and what comes next.
What Self-Driving Cars Mean For Seniors and the Suburbs
The U.S. Conference of Mayors vice president focuses on getting his community excited for the “human aspect” of the disruptive technology.
Silicon Valley Mayor to Feds: ‘Get Out of the Way’ of Innovation
The federal government could do more to promote innovation at the state and local levels by doing less, according to San Jose’s mayor.
Why Engaging Young People Is Vital For City Leaders
“Mayors are figuring out that if you do not have kids at the table ... you’re probably not a very good mayor.”
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What it means to be a "Smart City"
At SXSW 2018, Route Fifty spoke with Paul Folkers, Director of Smart Cities at Grant Thornton about what it takes to be a successful "Smart City." Watch the video below to hear how "Smart Cities" can be cultivated from all levels of an organization.
Federal Cyber Chief Warns All Political Candidates 'Everybody's a Potential Target'
There’s no telling what races online adversaries might try to sway, says a Homeland Security official.
A Mayor’s Perspective: Women and Automation on the Rise
Dayton Mayor Nan Whaley reflects on the changing conversation around technology and why executive roles in politics have been particularly difficult for women to obtain.
Confronting Mental Illness, Officers Preferred Remote Clinicians Over A Human Presence
A Texas startup believes they have improved on the best practice of social workers riding along with law enforcement. Mayors at SXSW were taken with the idea, awarding the company first prize in their civic tech pitch competition.
Sharing as a Solution in Cities with Limited Resources
COMMENTARY | Car sharing, the gig economy and vehicle electrification are all colliding in Austin. The result is lower emissions and economic opportunities.
Government Needs An ‘Ethical Framework’ to Tackle Emerging Technology
At SXSW, a beacon of technology idealism, mayors discuss how to deal with the difficult problems that can come with new tech.
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Journey to become a Smart City
Watch the video below to find out how Grant Thornton services can support cities and counties on their paths to becoming a smart organization with support in key areas like transportation, healthcare and emergency management.
Talking Border Security with a Border-Town Mayor
Dee Margo is the mayor of El Paso, Texas, who's sparred publicly with President Donald Trump on border security.
Virtual Reality Could Make Disaster Response Training More Effective
In early tests of its augmented reality training software, a Texas-based company made first responders perform faster and more accurately.
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