MY: DBKL, Hangzhou ink LoI to focus on Smartup City Connect cooperation
“This LoI will provide long-term benefits to both cities and will help further increase investment and provide ample opportunities for high technology exchange, especially in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) and the development of startup company ecosystems between Malaysia and the People's Republic of China.
“This LoI will also open important prospects for entrepreneurs and communication technology players in both countries to continue to innovate and advance technology," she said in a statement.
Smart city tech continues to reshape urban development
In 2023, the global installed base of individually controlled smart streetlights totalled 23.4 million units (excluding China). Berg Insight estimates the smart parking and smart waste sensor technology markets were at the same time 1.30 million and 1.25 million units respectively.
Smart parking sensors refer to in-ground or surface-mounted parking occupancy detection sensors while smart waste sensor technology consists of fill-level sensor devices that may either be pre-integrated into bins and containers, for example as a smart bin offering, or retrofitted on existing collection points.
PH: All within 15 minutes: Urban planning concept city to rise in Pasay
For the modern urban dweller, 15 minutes is a lot of time.
A lot of productive things can be done – a high-intensity, interval training (HITT) workout or run a 1.5-kilometer route, clearing your emails, meditating, catching up on the news, or preparing a quick smoothie – all within 15 minutes.
But for the Metro Manila commuter, 15 minutes is barely enough to get from point A to point B. During rush hour, it is most likely that within this time, you still haven’t moved an inch.
What Does A City Need To Actually Be Called A Smart City?
At first glance, it might seem difficult to come up with many similarities between Taipei and its Sister City, Atlanta.
The Taiwanese capital has five metro lines that moves millions of people a day. Metro Atlanta’s daily rider numbers just hit 200,000. Despite carrying an endless stream of cars and motorcycles each day, Taipei’s roads are immaculate. Atlanta’s are seemingly always halfway sinking.
Connecting Communities: The Role of Technology in Building Smart Cities
Smart cities are the future of urban living, and technology plays a crucial role in connecting communities and making cities more efficient, sustainable, and livable. From smart transportation systems to energy-efficient buildings, technology is transforming the way we live, work, and play in urban environments. In this article, we will explore the importance of technology in building smart cities and how it can help create a more connected and inclusive community.