Analysis and commentary on technology, governance, and human systems by experts at the Center for Governance of Technology and Systems (GoTech) at the University of Maryland School of Public Policy
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Privacy Luxury?
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Unseen Threats: Local Vulnerabilities and the Strategic Threats Lurking in National Critical Functions
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The Future of Convergence: Quantum, 6G, and Prix-Fixe Menus
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A Call for Municipal IoT Interoperability Standards: Security, Binding Agents, and Towers of Baked Goods
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Privacy at the Municipal Level: Optimization, Aggregation, and Sourdough Tortillas
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Exploring Information and Cyber Warfare in the Israel-Hamas Conflict
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Social Impacts of Municipal Technology: Surveillance, Accessibility, and Crispy Brussels Sprouts
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A Connected Community Toolkit for municipal Leaders: Important Questions (and Adult Beverages)
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Complexity on Complexity: Connected Communities, Critical Infrastructure, and Refreshing Salads
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Convergence Applied: Connected Communities, Municipal Efficiencies, and Grilled Delights
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Converging on an Understanding: Emerging Tech, Our Communities & Delicious Desserts
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“Spill on Aisle Four”: Who is responsible for cybersecurity risks in the public sector?
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Part 2: Key Global Cyber Trends, 2014-2022
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