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How Libraries Can Matter in an Age of Google: John Palfrey at the Kansas City Public Library
Digital Public Library founder John Palfrey argued reasons for library relevance at the KC Public Library.
The Truth About Google Fiber and the Digital Divide in Kansas City
Despite what the press says, Google Fiber’s launch in Kansas City resulted in a community success story, not an increased digital divide. Here’s evidence why.
Six Tech Takeaways from Mayor Sly James’ State of the City Address
Mayor Sly James discussed digital inclusion, open data, smart streetlights and other technology-related developments at his 2015 State of the City Address.
OneDayKC Challenges Students to Create Startups in 12 Hours
Kansas City is becoming an innovation mecca, but sometimes we forget about the students. This is the “little guy’s” chance to work through challenging and exciting problems while leveraging the City’s new assets.
KC Startup Helps Chronic and Post-Surgery Patients Manage their Health from Home
Kansas City’s Heart to Heart Network combines devices and data to provide a better in-home monitoring solution.
STEMS Volunteers Sought for KC Jazz District
If you are a STEM advocate seeking opportunities to work with Kansas City youth, STEMS on the VINES (the extra “S” is for Sustainability) may be for you.
The Past and Present Collide in KC Developer’s Historic App
Designer-developer Corey Light is giving back to the community in the way that he knows best: By making a really cool app.
GigHacks Hackathon Announced for May 1-3 at Google Fiber Space
Do you have what it takes to Hack the Gig? The multi-city hackathon GIGHACKS is coming to KC, Chattanooga, San Francisco and Burlington May 1-3 at the Fiber Space.
The 2015 Gigabit City Summit in Videos
Watch complete video of all the keynotes and select panels from the 2015 Gigabit City Summit – North America.
Community Networks and Net Neutrality: The KC Digital Drive Perspective
Like so much of technology, when it comes to the debates out of Capitol Hill on community networks and net neutrality … it’s complicated. Here’s some perspective for those looking to make sense of it all.