AI, image recognition and cloud computing: how do smart ports work?
Large commercial ports are cities within cities. And entire economies depend on them running with extreme efficiency.
Digital transformation is already revolutionising public healthcare as provided by regions
Scaling up innovative ideas continues to be a challenge when it comes to digital transformation. Regional governments are the perfect test labs for it.
Pablo Soto, regional representative of Transparency and Participation in Madrid: “Technology should be used to enhance institutions”
Madrid has been recognised by the UN as a model city in promoting citizen participation through technology in the decision making process
Recycling and economics: a formula that only works if you believe in it
Recycling is not just moving waste. The challenge of repurposing waste to create wealth should be explored, as some cities have shown already
The beginning of the end of cash: when advances in technology threaten the weakest
Financial and safety considerations make an argument for the end of cash, but this could have dire consequences for the old and disenfranchised
Will there be a digital divide between smart and dumb cities?
Smart cities separate themselves from the rest by focusing on citizens. Are we creating a new divide between them and those still pursuing older ideas?
Advantages (and the odd disadvantage) of 3D urban planning
3D printing shows great potential for planning, architecture and construction, but also has some disadvantages that should be addressed
Laura Tenenbaum, scientist and communicator: We will lose some battles against climate change
The renowned scientific communicator warns of the battles we will lose in our effort to win the war against climate change.
What technology is used to prevent and punish crime? – Infographic
From drones to AI bots, Smart Cities equip themselves with sophisticated tools to prevent crime before it happens and improve public safety.
What can other cities learn from Madrid Central’s mistakes
The author argues that Madrid’s hasty rollback of traffic restrictions may have happened because of uninvolved top to bottom planning