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Verizon’s whitepaper, The New Realities Driving Government Network Transformation, explores how evolving technology demands are pushing state and local governments to rethink their digital infrastructure. It emphasizes that true modernization requires not just adopting new tools, but transforming the underlying networks that support critical services. From boosting cybersecurity and public safety to improving workforce efficiency and digital access, the paper outlines how network innovation can drive meaningful change across government operations. Verizon also highlights the importance of budget optimization and long-term sustainability in navigating this shift.
Government leaders increasingly indicate that what were previously viewed as Black Swan events are now becoming more frequent — and more destabilizing — shocks.
Attackers know when government agency resources are scarce, they have an advantage. In our webinar, learn how automation helps strengthen incident response and disaster recovery. Register Today
Providing resilient services with limited budgets and staff is not easy – but the right AIOps and Observability solution can help you resolve and prevent issues and maximize resources. The BMC Helix agentic AI platform and new expanded capabilities look at your past and current data to help you optimize your future.
Learn how to see, analyze and mitigate risks for APIs in production, with insights on how Akamai can help with runtime security for APIs.
Privileged Access Management (PAM) might sound like a buzzword, but it’s far more than that. Managing privileged access to sensitive data is critical for maintaining a cybersecurity defense that is robust enough to stand up against modern-day threats—especially for state, local, and educational (SLED) organizations.
Cyberattacks on Water and Electric Utilities Threaten Public Safety, Economic Stability
The European Space Agency expands its space mission operation’s capacity with Canonical’s infrastructure solutions and managed IT services
No question, the pandemic has stress-tested every business continuity plan ever created — especially security strategies. Hackers are finding more opportunities to attack networks while businesses are consumed with changing their operating models and supporting a distributed workforce.
A New Era of Trust, Speed, and Accuracy for Government Programs
Learn about the different types of AI PCs and their benefits, industry trends and key topics smart information technology decision-makers (ITDMs) should consider as they make strategic buying plans.
The threats are coming fast — and if your strategy’s built on misconceptions, your defense will never keep up. Give yourself a better shot. Visit our Myth Madness hub and learn how to create game-winning security plays.
Elevating SLMs, AI Agents, and Intelligent Data Analysis to Drive Mainframe Innovation
In a landmark announcement, former President Donald Trump has unveiled "Stargate," a monumental $500 billion initiative aimed at revolutionizing the United States' artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure. This ambitious project is set to be developed in collaboration with industry giants OpenAI, SoftBank, and Oracle.
Governments face unique operational challenges that commercial enterprises simply don’t. From regulatory requirements and complex budgeting processes to the need for transparency and public accountability, state and local agencies require systems designed specifically for their mission-critical functions. Yet, too often, governments are forced to retrofit commercial ERP solutions into environments where they don’t naturally fit.
Customers can now access Oracle Autonomous Database and Oracle Exadata Database Service in AWS, simplifying the migration and deployment of enterprise workloads to the cloud while improving agility, flexibility and security.
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- Myers spent nearly 14 years at the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
- He announced the move in a LinkedIn post, where he expressed gratitude for mentors and emphasized a continued commitment to public service.
- Myers joins DIR during a leadership transition, with Amanda Crawford appointed insurance commissioner and Tony Sauerhoff now serving as interim CIO.
What to Know:
- TxDOT’s 2026-2027 budget includes $394 million for IT modernization, cybersecurity and connected infrastructure.
- Capital funding supports facility upgrades and embedded tech to improve operations and data collection.
- Recent AI strategy shifts TxDOT from pilot projects to agencywide deployments in automation and analytics.
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- Houston ISD will pilot two new K-8 schools focused on artificial intelligence and workforce readiness.
- Curriculum elements include AI tools, design thinking and real-world problem-solving experiences.
- The announcement comes amid broader discussions about school consolidation and declining enrollment, with Superintendent Mike Miles citing potential funding sources and partnerships to support innovation and reduce costs.
