The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) has recognized Utah as an “Innovation Champion.” This designation was given to Utah and 12 other states showing strength in 10 competencies necessary for technology...
Last updated: May 13, 2016
Hudson Institute Estimates Rural Broadband Contributed $24 Billion to the Economy in 2015
The Hudson Institute has released a new report analyzing The Economic Impact of Rural Broadband. Authored by Hans Kutter, with support from the Foundation for Rural Service, the report examines...
Last updated: May 5, 2016
UDOT Tools Inform Stakeholders on Upcoming Projects
The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) has developed several tools for citizen engagement and provider collaboration. These new maps, apps, and databases will help stakeholders stay informed about UDOT’s current...
Last updated: April 25, 2016
USDA Community Connect Application Window Open, Free Webinars Available
On April 18th, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced its application window for the Community Connect Program, a grant program that will provide nearly $12 million in funding...
Last updated: April 25, 2016
April 2016 Map of the Month: Blue Stakes, Call Before You Dig!
Planning to dig a hole or otherwise move the earth in Utah? It’s strongly in everyone’s interest, including your own, to contact Blue Stakes before you begin! Our April Map...
Last updated: April 16, 2016
Outreach Center Meets with Broadband Delegation from China
Today the Utah Broadband Outreach Center met with a broadband delegation from China to present on federal and statewide broadband planning efforts, and to engage in discussion comparing different broadband planning...
Last updated: April 13, 2016
Application Window Open for USDA Broadband Loan Program
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has published its Fiscal Year 2016 Notice of Solicitation for the Rural Broadband Access Loan and Loan Guarantee Program. The Rural Utilities Service...
Last updated: April 11, 2016
Next Century Cities to Provide Grants for Innovative Civic Engagement
Next Century Cities (NCC) has announced its inaugural Next Generation Engagement Awards. Winning cities will be awarded up to $30,000 in financial resources and free technical consulting to implement or...
Last updated: April 11, 2016
SETDA Education Report Examines State Leadership in Broadband Policy
The State Educational Technology Directors Association (SETDA) with the help of Common Sense Kids Action recently assembled a report to provide information and insight about state policies and practices influencing...
Last updated: April 11, 2016
Government Seeks Feedback on Internet of Things
The federal government is seeking feedback regarding what kind of role it should take in fostering the development of the Internet of Things (IoT). This week, the National Telecommunications and...
Last updated: April 11, 2016