The transformation from smart to cognitive cities
A paper by PwC discusses the rise of ‘cognitive’ cities and contends that intelligent and responsive systems will enable urban environments to become sentient.
The transformation from smart to cognitive cities – when cities could become ‘sentient’ – is the focus of a new paper by global professional services firm PwC.
Mobility-as-a-Service: How cities can take back control of their mobility data
Guillermo Campoamor, founder and CEO of Meep, highlights the need for cities and local authorities to maintain control of their mobility data and outlines steps to take back control to create mobility solutions that better serve the public and the city.
In the era of rapid technological advancement, cities are finding themselves at the intersection of innovation and urban development. The velocity at which cities evolve, whether in terms of infrastructure, environmental considerations, or the sheer pace of urban life, necessitates an essential commodity: data.
US: Nevada: Las Vegas progresses plan to be a model smart city by 2025
The City has selected Juniper Cloud Metro solutions to build out a private 5G network, powering services for government, public schools, tourism and residents.
The City of Las Vegas has selected Juniper Cloud Metro solutions to build out its private 5G network, powering services for the city government, public schools, tourism and residents. The intention is that it will help the city reach its goal of becoming a model smart city by 2025.
Harnessing the Potential of IoT Technology in Smart Cities
IoT can provide real-time data and insights into urban operations and infrastructure by connecting various devices, systems, and people.
In the face of rapid urban population growth, IoT and the smart city offer the most promising solutions. Throughout a metropolis, Internet of Things (IoT)--connected sensors are installed to monitor and record data on traffic, energy consumption, and garbage collection. Smart cities improve urban efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance the quality of life. Smart cities extensively use Internet of Things (IoT) technologies to improve asset, resource, and service management by increasing data collection and insight development.
Thailand offers 50% tax cut to boost smart cities
The Digital Economy and Society Ministry on Monday (Nov 20) incentivised smart city development by offering a 50% cut in corporate tax for three years.
DES Minister Prasert Chanthararuangthong announced the move during a seminar titled “Thailand Smart City 2024” at the Grand Hyatt Erawan Hotel in Bangkok.
Prasert said the Pheu Thai-led government was focused on developing provincial hubs into smart cities in seven fields – transport, energy, economy, citizen, living, public services, and the environment.