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New digital signage attached to the ceiling of a TTC bus.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseApril 27, 2026

TTC Upgrades Real-Time Signage to Improve Rider Experience

New onboard displays and stop-level screens aim to make transit easier to navigate, especially during disruptions and major events.

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A RABA bus
Newsby StaffApril 20, 2026

California's RABA Launches Tap2Ride Contactless Fare Payment Option

With this launch, RABA is also now live on Cal-ITP Benefits, becoming the ninth transit agency in California to join the platform and the first small transit provider in the state to offer automated, real-time low-income fare eligibility verification through Tap2Ride.

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Transit Dispatchesby Dan Verbsky January 26, 2026

How Digital Signage is Reshaping the Traveler Experience at Transportation Hubs

What was once a landscape of static signs has evolved into a responsive, immersive environment powered by real-time visual communication.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 31, 2024

SEPTA Launches Enhanced Detour Information

An update to SEPTA.org includes new detour information improvements as part of broader effort to improve real-time information for customers.

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ArticlesSeptember 13, 2024

Transforming Transit Yards: The Practical Benefits of RTLS

RTLS technology, which allows for the precise tracking of vehicles, equipment, and personnel within transit yards, is transforming how these facilities operate, providing tangible benefits in terms of efficiency, cost savings, and safety.

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Articlesby StaffSeptember 9, 2024

Swiftly CEO Talks Recent Acquisition, Power of Tech in Transit

METRO’s Executive Editor Alex Roman recently spoke to Swiftly CEO/Co-Founder Jonny Simkin about the Hopthru acquisition, the power of data, transit’s readiness to assess new technologies, and much more.

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Newsby StaffJuly 10, 2024

California's Big Blue Bus Unveil 'Brighter Blue' Plan

The five-year plan will improve service by providing riders with fast, sustainable, and reliable access to jobs, healthcare, education, and other essential services.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsApril 2, 2024

Dallas Now Begins Sharing GTFS Realtime Feed

The new initiative means customers will now be able to access key information on Google Maps, the Transit app, and various other apps.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseMarch 26, 2024

New York City Transit Unveils Security Monitor Screen Bus Pilot

The high-definition LCD screens are installed on board near the entry stairwell and continuously stream live video feeds from existing security camera infrastructure onboard buses.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseMarch 5, 2024

Chicago Launches New Innovation Studio

Through the studio, the agency kicks off a long-term effort to partner with private sector entities to explore leading-edge ideas to improve system safety, develop a new solution for asset management, and expand real-time info.

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