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Since 2008, Bytemarks Cafe has used Hawaii public radio to educate residents on science, technology, and innovation. The host, Burt Lum, is also the State of Hawaii’s Strategy Officer for the Hawaii Broadband Initiative which is dedicated to bringing robust, resilient broadband connectivity within reach for every resident.  Next Century Cities’ Executive Director was invited […]

As many continue to struggle with telework and distance learning mandates, developing robust wireline and wireless networks has taken center stage in communities across the nation. There are a variety of models that could help improve connectivity, each with unique costs, risks, and distribution of responsibilities among participants.  One of the main barriers to municipal

Syracuse, New York On August 3, 2020, community leaders from across the Next Century Cities network shared local connectivity stories in a virtual hearing before the Commission tasked with reimagining broadband connectivity in New York. Established by Governor Andrew Cuomo in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent recovery, the “Reimagine Commission” will work