US Ignite

✨Jonathan Beam shares reflections from the Smart Cities Connect Conference. Check out what he learned from the people, conversations, and momentum shaping the future of smart and connected communities. 👇 linkedin.com/posts/jonathan… #SmartCities #Innovation #Community

🌎 To maintain global economic competitiveness and leadership, the US must invest in regional innovation. Read more in our white paper on how expanded investment in regional hubs will power the next wave of American innovation: ow.ly/Uvo630sSpcG

🛜 Broadband infrastructure powers economic growth, and with new federal tax rules, communities are delivering broadband even faster. Our blog post highlights how tax provisions are empowering communities to deploy durable, scalable networks. Read more 💡 ow.ly/kkKX30sSpcF

This month's newsletter spotlights exciting opportunities to explore various topics with US Ignite—from smart cities to air quality and alternative innovation KPIs! Take a 4-minute read to choose your journey and catch up on other US Ignite news! mailchi.mp/us-ignite/news…

🚗Using #AI and computer vision, @CityofSanJose is making streets safer. With support from the @ToyotaMobFdn, the city is leading a groundbreaking pilot to proactively identify road hazards and improve public safety. Learn more: ow.ly/Huqr30sSpcC

Thrilled to see @axios highlight our collaboration with @DigitalC_org as they expand their efforts from Cleveland to Detroit, bringing high-speed internet to hundreds of families. Read the full story: ow.ly/WBrj30sSpcB

💡US Ignite supported @DigitalC_Org in launching Cleveland’s citywide next-gen wireless network. Building on that success, DigitalC is expanding to Detroit to bring high-speed internet to hundreds of families. Check out the case study here ➡️ ow.ly/wQvF30sSpcA

Join us tomorrow to learn about long-term urban emission trends at 11am ET! Our guest presenter will be Haley Humble from the University of Utah. This is part of our ongoing monthly Air Quality Action Seminar Series. Sign up now at: mailchi.mp/us-ignite/air-…

How do you measure a year of US Ignite? In successful pilots, engaged community leaders, surpassed challenges? Dive into our latest Annual Impact Report to see! It is only a 7-10 min read!🔦What surprised you? Which story needs a sequel? 👩‍💻us-ignite.org/blogs/us-ignit…

🔍What’s the “secret recipe” to building a successful broadband plan? At US Ignite, we believe it starts with a community-centered strategy, and that’s what we delivered to @HCUS_TX. Learn about the Harris County Broadband Roadmap in our blog post ➡️ ow.ly/fFcz30sSpcz

🤖 @CityofSanJose is using #AI tools to improve road safety. With support from @ToyotaMobFdn and US Ignite, this collaboration is a prime example of smart city innovation and successful public-private partnerships. More in @SmartCitiesDive: ow.ly/hxOT30sSpcE

🔌 Featured in @HOUBizJournal: Harris County’s Broadband Task Force is advancing local #connectivity with guidance from US Ignite’s roadmap, focused on strengthening partnerships and prioritizing a community-centered strategy. Read more 🔗 ow.ly/e7JF30sSpcy

"That’s why we’re excited to support US Ignite’s work to expand pathways and create opportunities for communities looking to leverage and scale their regional innovation ecosystems ..." - Erwin Gianchandani, NSF assistant director for TIP. Learn about SURGE below~

🌐Following a successful partnership w/ @HCUS_TX, Harris County voted to create the County’s Broadband Taskforce – seeking to connect thousands of unserved households and support infrastructure needs ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Watch here for more 🎥 ow.ly/ZMcA30sSpcx

🛰️Understanding LEO network performance is key to advancing global connectivity, and by using the ARA platform, researchers have provided valuable insights for the satellite and wireless research communities. Learn more about the ARA testbed 📌 ow.ly/WKAp30sSpcw

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As we look ahead to 2026, we’re deeply grateful to the partners, founders, cities, entrepreneurs, and communities who make US Ignite’s work possible. Thank you for being part of our network!

BIG NEWS: @NSF TIP awarded US Ignited $3.9M to establish Supporting U.S. Regional Growth & Entrepreneurship (SURGE)! 🎇 ➡️SURGE will help regional coalitions poised for economic growth. Check out the full announcement to learn more: us-ignite.org/news/nsf-award…

COSMOS rolled out new capabilities in collaboration with Pi-Radio.💫Testbed now includes SDRs that operate above 6GHz, enabling experimentation with communications and sensing applications in the upper band! Learn more: advancedwireless.org/outreach/cosmo…