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Approval for Google reCAPTCHA Services via SHI International

Original title: Google Cloud Platform Services Onboarding Form with SHI International Corp for reCAPTCHA services.

Record date · May 15, 2025

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What This Bill Does

This document outlines the onboarding process for Google Cloud Platform services, specifically for , through the vendor SHI International Corp.

Why it matters

The city is formalizing a procurement agreement for cybersecurity tools to manage web traffic and prevent automated bot activity on government digital platforms.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Business Technology Services

The department is responsible for implementing and managing the reCAPTCHA service.

Directly affected

SHI International Corp

The company is the vendor providing the service to the local government.

Key Facts

The document is a purchasing delegated item for Google Cloud Platform services.
The specific service being onboarded is reCAPTCHA.
SHI International Corp is the designated vendor for this service.
The file is tracked under reference number 25-0411D.

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The item was introduced on April 28, 2025.
The status of the item is currently 'Agenda Ready'.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is reCAPTCHA?

is a Google service that helps protect websites from spam and abuse by distinguishing between human users and automated bots.

Why is the city using SHI International Corp?

SHI International Corp is acting as the vendor or reseller to facilitate the procurement of Google Cloud Platform services for the city.

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Standardization of Web Security

The formalization of reCAPTCHA services suggests a move toward standardized bot-prevention measures across city digital infrastructure.

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