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Julia Edinger

Staff Writer

Julia Edinger is a staff writer for Government Technology. She has a bachelor's degree in English from the University of Toledo and has since worked in publishing and media. She's currently located in Southern California.

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Broadband and Network
What’s New in Digital Equity: Learn to Apply for Fed Grants
Plus, a settlement will enable access to affordable Internet in New York, Indigenous libraries are getting funding for digital inclusion, and more.
August 29, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Government Experience
New App Expands Access to Virginia Park's Experiences
Visitors to Virginia’s Natural Bridge State Park who are blind or visually impaired can now use RightHear technology to navigate the park’s natural wonders. Travelers can use it, too, to translate information in 26 languages.
August 28, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Artificial Intelligence
Colorado County Adds AI to Its Emergency Communications
The Jefferson County Communications Center in Colorado has adopted a new platform to improve emergency operations. The new system uses artificial intelligence to improve efficiency.
August 27, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Broadband and Network
What’s New in Digital Equity: Highlighting Indigenous Work
Plus, Louisiana launched a $1.3 billion grant program, the city of Orlando is seeking a person or company to lead digital literacy training, and more.
August 22, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Analytics
Data Turns Up the Heat on Fire Risk Mitigation and Response
To combat evolving fire risks more efficiently, a federal fire agency is developing an emergency response system that uses data to inform action. In California, a new online map makes Clean Air Centers information more accessible.
August 21, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Broadband and Network
What’s New in Digital Equity: Register for Net Inclusion
Plus, a K-12 digital equity framework gets released, Kentucky launches a new broadband portal, two additional states get their BEAD funding proposals approved, and more.
August 15, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Artificial Intelligence
Governments Staff Up to Manage Artificial Intelligence
States and locals are increasingly creating and filling roles focused on advancing the responsible use of artificial intelligence. Long Beach, Calif., is the latest to recruit for a “pivotal” AI position.
August 14, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Smart Cities
Phoenix-Area Group Drives Creation of Multi-City Platform
The Connective, a regional smart city consortium in the Phoenix, Ariz., metropolitan area, is working to help local governments deploy scalable technology solutions. Its events bring together private- and public-sector leaders.
August 12, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Broadband and Network
What’s New in Digital Equity: NTIA Releases Broadband Report
Plus, take a look at a visual of which states have had their BEAD proposals approved, find out about the Fiber Broadband Association’s new program for states and more.
August 08, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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Analytics
Including People With Disabilities in Data Collection
Government and industry leaders are working to better understand how data collection may not effectively document what people with disabilities need. They're improving the process by doing a better job of gathering information.
August 08, 2024
 · Julia Edinger
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