Congress kept the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program alive in the shutdown deal — but long-term funding is still a question mark. bit.ly/4543tEY

Ransomware gangs are now targeting airport identity systems, not just networks. A @RubrikInc column outlines three practical ways to stay resilient and keep flights moving @StateTech: bit.ly/4rT8YQL

Faster wins, less risk: shared government data models, reusable intake, standardized integrations and tiered change policies. Treat @ServiceNow as an enterprise platform, not a one-off. bit.ly/3MrBB7A

Attackers don’t keep business hours. Learn how MDR and XDR work together so state and local services stay online — even on nights, weekends and holidays. bit.ly/4oNaAsv

State and local governments are creating their own power supplies to keep up with the energy demands of artificial intelligence. Is the investment worth it? bit.ly/48SaXw6

What makes a community “self-healing”? Cities bring together data from health, housing, public safety and more to see who’s being left behind, then work with local partners to close the gaps. bit.ly/3YqexbS

Small teams, big stakes: Device discovery, shadow IT, firmware hygiene and network segmentation are must-dos for counties and cities. We outline a practical roadmap in the CITizen blog. bit.ly/4rRqgO6

A Wi-Fi 7 upgrade can be costly but worth it for some government agencies. Learn more: bit.ly/4q4h07F

Airports can’t afford a downed identity management system. Zero trust, FAA/TSA-aligned plans and immutable backups are key to faster recovery after an attack. bit.ly/4rT8YQL

Confused about MDR vs. XDR? Our new @StateTech guide breaks it down in simple terms — what each does, when to use them and how governments can mix and match for 24/7 protection. bit.ly/4oNaAsv

The House’s PILLAR Act would extend SLCGP through 2033 and modernize it for OT and AI. What’s missing? A firm funding top line. Read more: bit.ly/4543tEY

To confront the energy demands of artificial intelligence, state and local governments are turning to microgrids to power their data centers. Here’s how: bit.ly/48SaXw6

Ask these questions when deciding whether your state or local government institution is ready for Wi-Fi 7. bit.ly/4q4h07F

From 311 apps and virtual assistants to data governance and staff training, city and county leaders are rebuilding government for a digital era. Read what’s working from officials at #SCC25. bit.ly/4qb7ksi

Measure what matters: uptime of critical devices, time-to-patch, % assets onboarded and more. Governance before gear. bit.ly/4rRqgO6

City leaders from @CityofHTFD and @cityofcorona say AI is already in city halls, so start with governance, data security and training now. #SmartCitiesConnect #SCC25 bit.ly/3YnFnRQ

Dashboards, shared platforms and clear metrics can turn raw data into better outcomes: safer homes, stable housing and healthier neighborhoods. That’s the promise of a self-healing community. bit.ly/3YqexbS

Start with EDR. Add MDR for round-the-clock help. Grow into XDR to cut noise and respond faster. Understand XDR vs. MDR for state and local governments in our explainer. bit.ly/4oNaAsv

State and local leaders call SLCGP “instrumental” for cyber resilience but warn that temporary extensions aren’t enough. Here’s where reauthorization and funding debates stand now @StateTech: bit.ly/4543tEY

Strength isn’t just about blocking cyberattacks, it’s about how fast you recover. Airports can bounce back quickly with better backup and recovery. Get expert insights: bit.ly/4rT8YQL