Author Archive

Emil Skandul

is the founder of Capitol Foundry, a digital innovation firm. He is an op-ed contributor to various publications on technology policy.

Opinion
Opinion

NYC requires a leaner, tech-driven government

The budget shortfall makes efficiency essential.

  • By Emil Skandul

New York City
Opinion

How New York City taxis can get ahead of Uber and Lyft

Giving cabs access to the most advanced technology would enable them to compete.

  • By Emil Skandul

New York City
Opinion

Why New York City needs universal internet access

As ubiquitous as internet access has become since the days of dial-up service it still remains largely inaccessible to many in disadvantaged communities, so New York City should adopt a universal internet access policy, writes technologist Emil Skandul.

  • By Emil Skandul

New York City
Opinion

In Amazon's wake, New York should double down on tech

New York City and state can’t ignore the fast-growing economic tech sector.

  • By Emil Skandul

New York City
Opinion

Why we need more technologists in politics

Tech literacy in government needs to be improved.

  • By Emil Skandul

New York City
Opinion

To increase voter turnout, bring elections online

E-voting in New York should be more accessible and secure.

  • By Emil Skandul