How traffic data can make cities safer and more efficient

Author | Elvira Esparza Cities are the center of human activity. The global population is concentrated in major urban centers and 7 in 10 people are expected to live in conurbations by 2050. These sprawling urban regions are evolving beyond the traditional notion of a single urban hub, transforming into vast networks of interconnected, urbanized […]

Urban data management: smart strategies for smart cities

Autor | Lucía Burbano The integration of digital technologies in smart cities presents a dual challenge: towns must tackle increasingly complex issues while simultaneously exploring innovative ways to leverage vast amounts of data to enhance urban management. In this context, numerous studies propose various architectures and models aimed at improving the planning and design of […]

The Rise of Lovable Cities at Global Race for Talent

What makes a city attractive to talent is strongly related to human decisions: after all, they are based on the inexplicable love of a city in which a life project makes more sense. Or perhaps there is an explanation behind these choices. Which cities hold the top spot in that talent attraction ranking? Why are they in the lead?

How will smart airports change the way we travel?

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Airports have gradually gone on to form small communities uniting cities and the world through air travel. Within their anticipated evolution, they are expected to play an even more crucial role in the development of smart cities.

Walkable cities: Promoting better health and essential for enhanced decision-making

Author | Raquel C. Pico One of Steve Jobs’ most effective tools was taking his employees for walks through the streets of Cupertino, the home of Apple’s headquarters, whenever he needed to have important conversations with them. While it may appear to be a revolutionary concept, Jobs is just one of the latest examples of […]

South Korea’s self-cleaning roads: a social media sensation

Occasionally, a photograph or video surfaces on social media showcasing an impressive automated system: a self-cleaning road equipped with strategically placed sprinklers. However, these fascinating roads serve a dual purpose. Moreover, they are not a recent innovation. In fact, these roads have been showcasing their potential for years. An inside look at South Korea’s self-cleaning […]

AI for Modern City Administration: Revolutionising Public Sector Efficiency

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming how city administrations manage operations, services, and citizen engagement. At its essence, AI is about crafting computer systems capable of tasks that normally require human intellect, such as understanding speech or recognising images. It is a broad field that includes machine learning (ML), deep learning, and generative AI, each contributing uniquely to automating processes and enhancing decision-making.

CopenPay: How Copenhagen wants to be greener with responsible tourism

Author |Raquel C. Pico Recent data from the World Economic Forum reveals that global tourism has returned to pre-pandemic mobility levels. This resurgence in travel aligns with a surge in visitors to certain cities, which are increasingly experiencing the effects of “touristification” — the negative consequences of mass tourism. The challenge for future travel lies […]