BitcoinWorld Global startups shape new AI, quantum and sustainable tech frontiers at GITEX AI ASIA Singapore, 10 April 2026: Day two of GITEX AI ASIA 2026 turned the spotlight on the global startups, scientists, investors, and frontier technologies riding Southeast Asia’s next big inflection point. The region is moving beyond a foundational digital economy into a more intelligent AI future, with AI investment in Southeast Asia projected to grow at a compound annual rate of 25% and surpass US$ 110 billion by 2028. Amid the AI surge, global tech firms, venture capitalists, and startup ecosystems are rallying towards expanding in the region. This momentum was evident at GITEX AI ASIA and its startup showcase, North Star Asia, presented by GITEX, the world’s largest tech and AI startup events network. More than 300 startups from over 50 countries met investors managing upwards of US$350 billion in assets, creating one of the region’s more concentrated areas this year for startup discovery, deep-tech matchmaking and commercial scrutiny. Across the show floor and the conference programme, the conversations sharpened around the technologies and business models best placed to scale in an AI economy shaped by regulation, industrial urgency, critical energy, and the race to turn research into revenue. Alongside tech pavilions from Hong Kong, India, Japan, the Netherlands, Pakistan, and South Korea, new first-time country pavilions from Belgium and the Philippines reflected not only broader participation, but also the increasingly cross-border scale of the innovation economy converging at North Star Asia. Hub.Brussels brought companies operating at the intersection of AI, enterprise software and regulated industries. Among them, Artech focused on digital product passports, AI-based compliance, secure data exchange and regulatory knowledge modelling aligned with European frameworks – precisely the kind of infrastructure likely to shape new frontiers of collaboration and transparency. Another Belgian company,
Apr 11, 2026 · via mexc.com
AUSTIN, Texas — As cities across the country struggle with rising rents and worsening affordability, Austin is emerging as one of the clearest real-world examples of what happens when local governments allow substantially more housing to be built: prices begin to ease. After years of steep rent increases driven by rapid population growth, Austin’s median rent fell more than 16% between 2021 and 2026, according to a new analysis highlighted by Pew and reported by Smart Cities Dive. During roughly the same period, the city added housing at a pace that far outstripped most of the nation. Between 2015 and 2024, Austin expanded its housing stock by 120,000 units — a 30% increase. By comparison, overall U.S. housing growth during that span was 9%, according to the report. Median rent in Austin is now 4% lower than the national average. The data arrive at a time when housing debates in California and elsewhere often center on whether more supply can actually lower costs. In Austin, multiple independent reports suggest the answer is yes — though not without limits or remaining affordability challenges. “Austin’s success serves as an important example of how regulatory barriers to building more housing are often varied and interconnected,” Pew’s report stated. “No single solution can solve a housing shortage, but Austin has taken multiple steps that have helped to unlock large amounts of housing supply in its market and reverse rent growth.” Austin’s story did not begin with falling rents. It began with a boom. The metro area’s population surged 33% from 2010 to 2020, creating intense demand for housing. During the prior decade, rents in Austin skyrocketed by nearly 93% from 2010 to 2019, according to the report. Then the COVID-19 era brought another wave of migration, strong job growth and additional upward pressure on
Apr 11, 2026 · via davisvanguard.org
Baku presented in Mexico’s San Francisco de Campeche at UNESCO Heritage Cities Assembly [PHOTOS/VIDEO] On April 10, a presentation on the city of Baku was held in San Francisco de Campeche during the General Assembly of the National Association of UNESCO World Heritage Cities of Mexico. The assembly brought together mayors of Mexican cities inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. AzerNEWS reports that the event gathered senior officials, including the president of the association and mayor of Guanajuato, Samantha Smith, the association’s director general Jorge Ortega, and the mayor of Campeche, Bibi Rabelo, alongside representatives of academia and the diplomatic corps. Azerbaijan was invited as a guest of honor in recognition of its experience in preserving the historic character of its capital while pursuing modern urban development. As part of the program, video addresses were delivered by Azerbaijan’s Ambassador to Mexico Seymur Fataliyev and the Chair of the Board of the Icherisheher State Historical-Architectural Reserve Rufat Mahmud. In his address, Fataliyev highlighted Azerbaijan as one of the world’s ancient centers of civilization, emphasizing the richness of its cities and cultural heritage. He noted that under the leadership of President Ilham Aliyev, the preservation and transmission of historical and cultural heritage to future generations remains a key national priority. He also underlined the declaration of 2026 as the "Year of Urban Planning and Architecture" in Azerbaijan. Fataliyev described the inscription of Baku’s Old City, including the Maiden Tower and the Shirvanshahs’ Palace Complex, on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2000 as a landmark recognition of its global significance. He also outlined recent decades of urban transformation in Baku, including the construction of modern monumental complexes and infrastructure projects. He further noted that following the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) to the UNFCCC COP29 held in November 2024, Azerbaijan’s
Apr 11, 2026 · via azernews.az
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In the international calendar of 2026, Barcelona establishes itself as an almost essential stop for anyone looking at architecture as a tool of public policy and a key to interpreting the present. Cradle of Catalan Modernism and one of Europe’s most closely observed urban laboratories, the city brings together this year a season of celebrations aimed at reaffirming—and at the same time redefining—its global centrality: the centenary of the death of architect Antoni Gaudí, the 150th anniversary of the death of Ildefons Cerdà and, above all, its nomination as World Architecture Capital 2026. What will happen in Barcelona, World Capital of Architecture 2026, month by month From the Gaudí Year and the unveiling of the Sagrada Família’s tallest tower to more than 1,500 events across the city, Barcelona becomes the World Capital of Architecture 2026 with a programme that unfolds month by month across public space, sustainability, and experimentation. View Article details - Ilaria Bonvicini - 11 April 2026 While this recognition becomes the pretext for a broad reflection on the role of the built environment in contemporary urban life, the Year of Gaudí brings the focus back to one of its most recognisable cores: the Sagrada Família, still an open construction site, the perfect symbol of an architecture that never coincides with its own time. The 2026 program is therefore extensive and wide-ranging: over 1,500 events across the city from January to December, including exhibitions, installations, urban itineraries (the Open Barri), guided tours, festivals, celebrations, and conferences. What emerges is a commitment to presenting architecture as a public and democratic matter, not as a discipline for specialists, expanding the discussion on heritage, sustainability, and the quality of collective space to the real city, its neighbourhoods, and their everyday frictions. Few European cities have managed to turn architecture into such
Apr 11, 2026 · via domusweb.it
In the international calendar of 2026, Barcelona establishes itself as an almost essential stop for anyone looking at architecture as a tool of public policy and a key to interpreting the present. Cradle of Catalan Modernism and one of Europe’s most closely observed urban laboratories, the city brings together this year a season of celebrations aimed at reaffirming—and at the same time redefining—its global centrality: the centenary of the death of architect Antoni Gaudí, the 150th anniversary of the death of Ildefons Cerdà and, above all, its nomination as World Architecture Capital 2026. While this recognition becomes the pretext for a broad reflection on the role of the built environment in contemporary urban life, the Year of Gaudí brings the focus back to one of its most recognisable cores: the Sagrada Família, still an open construction site, the perfect symbol of an architecture that never coincides with its own time. The 2026 program is therefore extensive and wide-ranging: over 1,500 events across the city from January to December, including exhibitions, installations, urban itineraries (the Open Barri), guided tours, festivals, celebrations, and conferences. What emerges is a commitment to presenting architecture as a public and democratic matter, not as a discipline for specialists, expanding the discussion on heritage, sustainability, and the quality of collective space to the real city, its neighbourhoods, and their everyday frictions. Few European cities have managed to turn architecture into such a recognizable civic language, or into an ever-evolving urban tool capable of driving social, political, economic, and cultural change. Barcelona, after all, has inseparably linked its identity to this dimension. Modernism remains its most recognizable hallmark, with a constellation of buildings now listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, but alongside this legacy coexist other layers of interpretation—urban planning, landscape design, interior design—in a dynamic interplay of
Apr 11, 2026 · via domusweb.it
Nairobi, Kenya. African leaders, policymakers, and global development partners have gathered in Nairobi for the Second Africa Urban Forum (AUF2). This high-level platform focuses on addressing the continent’s pressing urban challenges, including housing shortages, infrastructure gaps, and the future of smart cities. The three-day forum began with remarks from key leaders, including Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja and Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Lands, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development, Alice Wahome. Uganda’s Minister for Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Judith Nabakooba, also spoke to delegates in her role as Chairperson of the African Union Specialized Technical Committee on Urban Development. A major highlight of the opening day was a fireside chat featuring President William Ruto along with senior officials from the African Union and UN-Habitat. The discussion emphasized the need for coordinated urban planning and sustainable development as Africa undergoes rapid urbanization. Focus on Infrastructure, Housing, and Climate Resilience The first day’s discussions focused on urban planning, infrastructure corridors, and funding strategies. Case studies such as the Lobito and Northern Corridor projects were used as examples of regional integration and economic transformation. Participants also witnessed the launch of the AU Urban Resilience Report, which highlighted the need for urban systems that respond to climate challenges. Leaders stressed the importance of sustainable development, environmental protection, and building resilience as key elements for Africa’s cities. Technology and Innovation Take Center Stage Day two of the forum shifts to technology, innovation, and smart cities. Sessions will explore how artificial intelligence, data, and digital infrastructure can improve urban living. Kenya’s Konza Technopolis and private developments like Tatu City are being highlighted as models of smart urban ecosystems. Centum real estate: Transforming East Africa’s urban landscape The role of the private sector, particularly telecommunications and infrastructure firms, is also up for discussion. Their involvement is crucial
Apr 11, 2026 · via biznakenya.com
Spin Deploys New Electric Bike Fleet in Baltimore, Expanding Access to Smart, Sustainable Urban Mobility BALTIMORE, MD — April 3, 2026 — Spin, a leader in shared micromobility and a part of Third Lane Mobility, today announced the launch of its new electric bike fleet in Baltimore. This next-generation deployment introduces a more accessible, comfortable, and technology-enabled riding experience designed to support Baltimore residents and visitors with reliable, sustainable transportation options. The new fleet marks a significant expansion of Spin’s commitment to Baltimore, enhancing first- and last-mile connectivity while supporting the city’s broader goals around sustainability, equity, and multimodal transportation. A Smarter, Rider-First Design Spin’s new electric bikes are built with rider comfort, safety, and durability at the forefront. Key features include: - Adjustable seat for a more inclusive and comfortable ride - Cargo basket with up to 25 lbs. capacity for everyday trips - Dual hand braking system and enhanced lighting for improved safety - Puncture-resistant tires designed for urban conditions - LCD display and QR code integration for seamless ride start and real-time information These upgrades reflect Spin’s continued investment in high-quality vehicles that meet the needs of diverse riders, from daily commuters to occasional users. Expanding Access Across Baltimore The new e-bike fleet is now available across key neighborhoods throughout Baltimore, with a focus on improving transportation access in historically underserved communities. Spin will continue to offer its discounted Spin Access program, providing reduced-cost rides for eligible low-income residents. “Baltimore is one of Spin’s most important and longest standing partnerships now in its 7th year. This new fleet investment reflects our continued commitment to serving residents with safe, reliable, and accessible transportation options,” said Lindsay Gutierrez, Government Partnerships Manager at Spin. “We’re proud to build on the strong foundation we’ve established in the city and to continue
Apr 11, 2026 · via baltimorecity.gov
TAIPEI, April 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- IRIS Optronics, a leader in full-color Cholesteric Liquid Crystal Display (ChLCD) e-Paper technology, took center stage at Touch Taiwan 2026 under the theme "New Era of ChLCD e-Paper." The company showcased the latest achievements across the ChLCD e-Paper supply chain and partnered with domestic and international collaborators to present cutting-edge applications spanning outdoor transportation, smart city infrastructure, and indoor retail environments. These solutions address the growing demand for sustainable technologies from consumers, enterprises, and government sectors. During the event, IRIS Optronics also unveiled its new ecosticker™ digital photo frame, hosted an international technology forum, and held an industry network inauguration ceremony—marking a key milestone in the transition from technological innovation to ecosystem-wide collaboration. "IRIS Optronics continues to drive innovation with ChLCD e-Paper technology at its core. At this year's Touch Taiwan, we partnered with industry leaders from Taiwan, Japan, Europe, USA, and mainland China to showcase the latest applications, attracting strong interest from sectors including healthcare, transportation, outdoor signage, and retail. With our core strengths—true full color, ultra-wide temperature range, and ultra-low power consumption—we are enabling industries to advance their sustainability goals," said Dr. Albert Liao, Chairman & CEO of IRIS Optronics. "In addition to these business opportunities, we also unveiled a smart marketing human-machine interface integrating infrared palm vein recognition, and demonstrated our stacked bistable ChLCD technology, which increases reflectance from the industry standard of 30% to 50%." Strategic Partnerships Accelerate Commercial Deployment In smart transportation, IRIS Optronics partnered with Askey Computer to deploy smart poles and smart bus stops, now implemented across multiple cities in Taiwan. The company also collaborated with system integrators Green Ideas Technology and GiantPlus to expand into parking meters and outdoor signage applications. In addition, panel manufacturer Solomon Goldentek Display co-exhibited a modular tiling display with IRIS Optronics,
Apr 11, 2026 · via en.prnasia.com
Dive Brief: - A majority of U.S. mayors in a 2025 survey believe increasing market-rate housing development can reduce housing costs in their cities. The 75% of respondents agreeing or strongly agreeing with that assertion last year is an increase from 60% in 2021, according to the Menino Survey of Mayors initiated by Boston University’s Initiative on Cities. - Among mayors surveyed, 80% say their city has too little multifamily housing, and 82% strongly support adding apartments near transit and business centers. - Support for zoning and permitting code reforms — often seen as tools to encourage more development — is more divided. One-third of surveyed mayors say such regulations are the primary cause of high housing costs, and 48% strongly support multifamily housing by-right citywide. Dive Insight: Housing affordability is a top concern of local government leaders, and a growing number of cities are seeking to reform housing regulations such as zoning and building codes to kick-start development. “In Austin, we’ve modernized our land use and reduced unnecessary regulation barriers so we can add homes where people most want to live,” Austin, Texas, Mayor Kirk Watson told researchers. “When cities lack supply, it drives up costs and undermines generational wealth. If we believe supply matters, our policies have to reflect it.” The surveyed mayors support administrative streamlining when it comes to housing, with 70% strongly supporting giving city staff the ability to sign off on permits. More than 40% say public meetings reduce the amount of housing that gets built. Roughly 40% of mayors cite financial issues as barriers to viable housing projects getting built. A quarter of them point to community pushback as a barrier, while 15% say permitting or zoning regulations stifle projects. The survey found sharp divisions along party lines: 41% of Democratic mayors cite restrictive
Apr 10, 2026 · via smartcitiesdive.com
Civita App enables crowdsourced 311 reporting, real-time updates, and improved communication between cities and residents. RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Rattle Tech, a leading provider of cloud-based and mobile solutions for government organizations, is expanding the capabilities of its Civita App platform to further support cities and counties in modernizing citizen engagement and service delivery. Civita App is designed to provide municipalities with a centralized, mobile-first solution that connects residents, field service teams, and city administrators through a unified platform. With increasing demand for digital-first government services, Civita App enables agencies to streamline operations, improve response times, and enhance transparency. “Cities today are looking for practical, scalable solutions that improve both internal operations and citizen experience,” said Emmanuel Mathew, CEO of Rattle Tech. “With Civita App, we are enabling municipalities to digitize service requests, improve communication, and empower field teams with real-time tools.” Enhancing Digital 311 and Citizen Engagement Civita App delivers a modern digital 311 system that allows residents to report issues, access city information, and stay informed through a single mobile platform. Key capabilities include: Mobile-based issue reporting with photo and geo-tagging Real-time status tracking of service requests Push notifications for alerts, updates, and announcements Integrated community engagement features such as events and news By replacing traditional, manual processes, Civita App helps cities improve responsiveness, accountability, and overall citizen satisfaction. Empowering Field Service Teams In addition to citizen-facing capabilities, Civita App provides a dedicated field service application for city employees to efficiently manage work orders and service requests. Field teams can: View and manage assigned work orders in real time Update status, severity, and notes directly from the field Capture and upload photos with automatic timestamp and location data Communicate with residents and internal teams through in-app chat Navigate to work order locations
Apr 10, 2026 · via heraldnews.com
Abstract Increased traffic congestion, limited delivery windows, vehicles’ diverse fleets, and dynamic environments are all contributing factors to the inefficiency of urban freight systems. Due to the inability of traditional routing techniques to adjust in real-time to partially visible multi-constrained conditions, delivery delays, fuel consumption, and operating costs all increased. This research proposes a constraint-aware projected policy learning-reinforcement learning (CAPPL-RL) framework to optimize urban freight delivery routes while enforcing real-world constraints, including traffic congestion, delivery time windows, and vehicle capacity. The routing problem is formulated as a partially observable Markov decision process, with autonomous vehicles as agents navigating stochastic urban traffic networks. Using the UFVOD dataset, CAPPL-RL integrates Q-learning with ε-greedy exploration and projection-based constrained policy optimization (PCPO) to enable adaptive, constraint-aware routing. Simulation results demonstrate that CAPPL-RL outperforms PCPO-RL, reducing average delivery time from 65.3 to 52.1 min (20.2%), fuel consumption from 0.12 to 0.093 L/km (22.5%), and constraint violations in time windows from 12 to 3 (75%) while achieving 100% compliance with vehicle capacity limits. These results validate CAPPL-RL as a robust, scalable, and adaptive framework for dynamic urban freight logistics. Similar content being viewed by others Data availability The datasets generated and/or analysed during the current study are available in the [https://www.kaggle.com/datasets/programmer3/urban-freight-and-vehicle-operations-dataset] repository. References Yang, Y., Lu, X., Chen, J. & Li, N. Factor mobility, transportation network, and green economic growth of the urban agglomeration. Sci. Rep. 12(1), 20094. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-022-24624-5 (2022). El Yadari, M., Jawab, F., Moufad, I. & Arif, J. Logistics sprawl and urban congestion dynamics toward sustainability: A logistic regression and random-forest-based model. Sustainability 17(13), 5929. https://doi.org/10.3390/su17135929 (2025). Hussain, Q. et al. Reinforcement learning based route optimization model to enhance energy efficiency in internet of vehicles. Sci. Rep. 15(1), 3113. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-86608-5 (2025). Spyrou, E. D., Kappatos, V., Gkemou, M. & Bekiaris, E. Multimodal transport optimization
Apr 10, 2026 · via nature.com
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Friday’s Headlines More Headlines at SBUSA, SBLA, and SBSF 10:12 AM PDT on April 10, 2026 More from Streetsblog California The Week in Short Videos Curb-protected bike lanes, major transit stops, and a spotted rare protected intersection! April 10, 2026 Final Deadline Today (Friday): Get Your Tickets to the California Bike Summit In addition to all of the other goodies, you'll get a chance to say "hi" to Mealnie who is handling Streetsblog's coverage of the summit. April 10, 2026 Sunset Dunes One Year Out: They Built it and People Came Despite all the car-brained attempts to destroy it, Sunset Dunes park is a definitive success The post Sunset Dunes One Year Out: They Built it and People Came appeared first on Streetsblog San Francisco. April 9, 2026 ’60 Minutes’ Take On High-Speed Rail Ignored Facts And Offered Nothing New When 60 Minutes announced a segment on high-speed rail construction in the United States, I feared the worst. What I got was unexpected. April 9, 2026 Thursday’s Headlines A massive stack of headlines detailing new legislation, local road and transit projects, and why gas tax holidays don't work. April 9, 2026 Comments Are Temporarily Disabled Streetsblog is in the process of migrating our commenting system. During this transition, commenting is temporarily unavailable. Once the migration is complete, you will be able to log back in and will have full access to your comment history. We appreciate your patience and look forward to having you back in the conversation soon.
Apr 10, 2026 · via cal.streetsblog.org
ABB Electrification is driving Africa’s transition to smarter, more sustainable cities through its suite of integrated technologies designed to improve energy efficiency, resilience, and connectivity across urban infrastructure. With rapid urbanisation placing new demands on power, mobility, and digital infrastructure, ABB’s smart city solutions offer a blueprint for sustainable development, from intelligent buildings and reliable power systems to cleaner, connected transport networks. “Smart cities are no longer a distant vision, they are an urgent necessity for Africa’s growing urban centres,” says Ettienne Delport, sales and marketing director for smart buildings and smart power at ABB. “Our technologies support this transformation by creating connected, efficient, low-carbon environments that enhance quality of life while enabling cities to meet their sustainability goals.” Building intelligence from the ground up ABB’s building and home automation systems, including ABB i-bus KNX, ABB Cylon HVAC Building Automation, and ABB-free@home, provide advanced control of energy use, comfort and safety in commercial and residential buildings. These solutions enable seamless integration of lighting, climate control, access systems and renewable energy sources under a single, data-driven platform. Through its Mission to Zero programme, ABB demonstrates how onsite renewable generation and digital optimisation can reduce carbon emissions and energy costs, a model adaptable for municipalities and developers across South Africa and beyond. Electrifying mobility for a sustainable future Supporting the transition to low-carbon transport, ABB’s EV charging solutions deliver scalable, connected infrastructure for electric vehicles, fleets and public transport. With technologies that range from compact AC wallboxes to high-performance DC fast chargers and electric bus systems, ABB is enabling cleaner mobility across Africa. In South Africa, initiatives such as the City of Cape Town’s Energy Strategy and Gauteng’s Smart Mobility Corridor are setting the pace for sustainable transport, and ABB is working to provide the charging and power solutions that make this
Apr 10, 2026 · via instrumentation.co.za
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's administration is eager to continue the containerization drive that his predecessor Eric Adams began four years ago. Starting with wheeled bins for small buildings and businesses before expanding to larger bins last year, the "trash revolution," as Adams called it, is remaking New York City's streets. Yet Adams' administration did not set aside money in previous budgets to realize the ambitious plan to roll out big on-street containers for large buildings and schools, officials say. That task falls to new leadership at the Department of Sanitation and City Hall, which in addition to negotiating the budget with the city council must deal with transatlantic supply chains and questions about the best path forward. “The lift is a bit heavier than we had anticipated,” Deputy Mayor of Operations Julia Kerson told Waste Dive. “Despite talking a lot about containerization, the resources and the planning work had not been put in place in the last administration.” The city's containerization drive began in earnest in 2022, when the agency announced it would push back the set-out time for waste unless buildings bought trash containers. The agency subsequently contracted with bin manufacturer Otto and partnered with retailers to provide city-branded rolling bins. Those will become mandatory in June for residential buildings with one to nine units. DSNY also procured "Empire Bins" from European manufacturer Contenur capable of holding up to four cubic yards of material, equivalent to about 45 plastic refuse bags, according to city documents. The department also worked with several manufacturers to acquire automated side-loading trucks capable of handling those bins. Those were rolled out in a Manhattan community district last year, placed in parking spots in front of the buildings that used the containers. The area now has 1,100 Empire Bins serving large multifamily buildings
Apr 10, 2026 · via wastedive.com
Dive Brief: - The most dangerous part of a transit bus ride is getting to and from the bus stop, according to research conducted by the University of Tennessee-Knoxville for the Center for Pedestrian and Bicyclist Safety. - Passengers may need to cross the road to or from the bus stop, where infrastructure such as crosswalks and pedestrian signals may influence safety, said Allison Rewalt, a graduate research assistant in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the university, during a March 25 webinar. - The research revealed that pedestrian crashes were about five times more likely to be related to a transit bus stop than pedestrian collisions at intersections. Dive Insight: Transit buses are among the safest travel modes for passengers. “However, this figure primarily refers to the time spent inside the transit vehicle, and it doesn't include the walk to and from transit,” Rewalt said. The researchers, led by Candace Brakewood, an associate professor at the university, reviewed previous studies, data from the federal Fatality Analysis Reporting System and Pedestrian and Bicycle Crash Analysis Tool and the Minnesota Department of Transportation. The Minnesota data of 38 crashes showed that 43% occurred while people were walking to or from the transit stop. Although the sample size was small, Rewalt said they read each crash narrative from the reporting law enforcement officer and used Google Street View to understand the context of each crash better. Nearly 80% of crashes occurred at bus stops along higher-speed arterial roadways. Among all collisions, “The action of the pedestrian prior to the crash was significant,” Rewalt said. More than 56% of collisions occurred when the pedestrian was walking in the road travel lane, while more than 16% occurred in crosswalks. The report recommends improving access and visibility for crosswalks near transit stops, addressing
Apr 10, 2026 · via smartcitiesdive.com
The utility billing department of Panama City, Florida, has cut some processing times by half and saved 25% on paper costs using an AI-driven payment platform, according to Charlotte Andrews, customer service manager for the department. The utility billing department was using “an outdated payment-processing program that did not communicate with our utility software,” Andrews said. Because payments didn’t post right away, two to three workers had to spend three hours determining whether customers met their payment deadlines, she said. Using the Generative AI Report Generator, a digital platform from electronic bill payment provider InvoiceCloud, one person can get the same work done in an hour, she said. The platform lets users instantly access specific data and create customized reports in real time using plain-language prompts. “Payments are now reflected on the accounts within one minute instead of two days,” Andrews said. Because so many customers signed up for paperless billing, the department has reduced printing costs by 25%, she said. In addition, employees can now quickly see statistics to understand what services are most in demand. For example, if not many customers signed up for text messages, the utilities office could advertise it more, she said. “Before AI, if we wanted to know how many customers made online payments using a card, we would have to run a report and manually add up the payments on a monthly basis,” Andrews said. Steve Schult, chief product officer at InvoiceCloud, said the platform can analyze usage and adoption patterns. “Staff don’t have to go run reports, stitch data together. Ultimately for them, it becomes faster posting of payments, fewer errors, and it can be better insight into how residents actually interact,” he said. The platform also allows customers to view and print their bills electronically. Before, if someone wanted a copy,
Apr 10, 2026 · via smartcitiesdive.com
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You’re Authorized to Read Friday’s Headlines An important federal transportation funding bill is in the works. Here's what to look out for. By Blake Aued 12:01 AM EDT on April 10, 2026 Blake Aued has been doing Streetsblog's daily national news digest for years. He's also an Atlanta Braves fan, which enrages his editor in New York. Read More: More from Streetsblog USA Friday Video: RIP, The D.C. Streetcar Advocates are mourning the loss of the D.C. streetcar ... but they'e not entirely sad to see it die. April 10, 2026 Trump Wants to Slash Federal Funding for Public Transit, Rail (Again) The president’s proposed budget threatens transit projects across the country. April 9, 2026 Thursday’s Headlines Are the Taxman Suspending gas taxes might be politically popular, but it doesn't save drivers money and takes away funding for infrastructure. April 9, 2026 Michigan Bill Would Require Seniors to Regularly Re-Take Their Drivers’ Tests ...but would it really make roads safer? April 8, 2026 Wednesday’s Headlines Have Good News and Bad News Traffic deaths are back down to their pre-pandemic levels, but there is still much work left to be done. April 8, 2026 Comments Are Temporarily Disabled Streetsblog is in the process of migrating our commenting system. During this transition, commenting is temporarily unavailable. Once the migration is complete, you will be able to log back in and will have full access to your comment history. We appreciate your patience and look forward to having you back in the conversation soon.
Apr 10, 2026 · via usa.streetsblog.org