Ashley Silver

3 weeks ago | govtech.com | Ashley Silver

According to the National Association of State Technology Directors’ (NASTD) 2025 Constituent Experience: State Government IT Strategies survey, 68 percent of states either have a unified resident portal or are in the process of building one. These portals are generally created to centralize services that were previously siloed within different government agencies.

3 weeks ago | govtech.com | Ashley Silver

The Federation of American Scientists (FAS) is joining forces with MetroLab Network (MLN), uniting their common mission of connecting government with science, research and technology to drive policymaking and local innovation. The acquisition by FAS brings together MetroLab’s expansive coalition of 82 local governments and more than 120 universities with FAS’ policy, science and technology talent.

1 month ago | govtech.com | Ashley Silver

Deron Dahl is serving as the Silver State’s interim chief information security officer, following the retirement May 2 of CISO Bob Dehnhardt, a spokesperson for the state’s Office of the CIO confirmed to Government Technology. Dahl was appointed interim state CISO effective May 2, as he continues in his permanent role as deputy CISO — a position he has held since July 2023.

1 month ago | govtech.com | Ashley Silver

In Tampa, the city’s water department is harnessing ultrasonic technology to tackle algae growth in the Hillsborough River, enabling it to reduce its reliance on chemical treatments for drinking water. The city recently wrapped a two-year pilot project deploying ultrasonic buoys developed by LG Sonic to disrupt algae formation in the river and collect water quality data. The results? Fewer chemicals and smarter water monitoring.

1 month ago | govtech.com | Ashley Silver

In recent years, states have increasingly moved to formalize their cybersecurity strategies through legislation — often creating dedicated cyber forces to tackle digital threats. One example is Texas House Bill 150, which if enacted would establish the Texas Cyber Command to lead and oversee the state’s response to cyber incidents.