SAN FRANCISCO—On August 5, the Mayor’s Office of San Francisco noted that steps were taken towards opening the San Francisco Police Department’s new Real-Time Investigation Center (RTIC) headquarters. Legislation was signed to accept and expend a $9.4 million grant from Ripple.

According to a news release from the Mayor’s Office, the new space, donated in-kind by Ripple, will allow the SFPD to expand the RTIC technology hub with modern crime-fighting tools and includes funding for equipment upgrades made possible by donations from San Francisco Police Community Foundation and Crankstart.

“With our new RTIC headquarters, my administration is doing what San Franciscans want: doubling down on using technology smartly and responsibly to keep our city safe,” said Mayor Lurie. “Thank you to Ch

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