19 Smart City Technologies And How They’ll Transform Urban Living
As smart technology continues to evolve, forward-looking urban centers are beginning to implement a range of innovative services and conveniences, earning these communities the distinction of being “smart cities.” Advances in managing everything from transportation to waste management promise to have a significant impact on residents and businesses, improving everyone’s overall quality of life.
According to tech experts, the era of smoothly functioning, technology-empowered smart cities may not be “right now,” but it isn’t far off. Below, 19 members of Forbes Technology Council explore rising trends in smart city technology that are or will soon be boosting convenience, safety, sustainability and more in urban areas.
Rethinking Smart Cities: Can Africa Lead the Way?
In an exclusive interview with MWN, UM6P professor Radoine challenges the dominant industry narrative, which often prioritizes technological bells and whistles over human-centered solutions and sustainable practices.
Africa is on the cusp of a historic urban transformation. By 2050, the continent’s urban population is projected to double, with cities becoming hubs of economic activity and innovation.
The future of smart cities
The transition to smart cities will open up avenues for economic growth
Smart cities, a concept that focuses on using technology and data to improve the efficiency and sustainability of urban areas, have gained significant attention in recent years. These cities are not only transforming the way we live, work, and interact with our environment, but they also have immense economic potential. The economic impact of smart cities is an important aspect to consider when exploring their future prospects.
IN: Vingroup eyes Telangana for 1,000-acre smart city project
After having broken ground for its 4,000 crore integrated electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing facility in Tamil Nadu through group company VinFast, Vietnamese conglomerate Vingroup has now set its sights on Telangana and Hyderabad, in particular.
The Vietnamese giant is looking at the possibility of setting up a 1,000-acre mega smart city project in and around Hyderabad and has already begun scouting for options around the city, sources told TOI.
US: Arizona: How Scottsdale is using data to empower the city
Kari Johnson, the Arizona city’s business intelligence manager, explains that key to success was developing a strong data service standard to explore new technologies.
Sometimes, the solution for an essential need turns out to be less about cutting-edge technology and more about listening to citizen input and inventive application of already available technology. In 2023, the city of Scottsdale, Arizona, needed to find a path to providing an impactful public service solution for communicating with both neighbours and rental owners about the licensing status of short-term rentals in the city.