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A more unified definition, one built around responsible governance rather than cutting-edge technology, would be useful.

Imagine a city where your morning commute flows seamlessly, public services respond to your needs in real time, and sustainability isn't just a buzzword but a living reality. It sounds like something ...

Cities everywhere are at a crossroads. From congestion to infrastructure strain and connectivity access, urban leaders face challenges that can’t wait for incremental change. Yet the most powerful ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dianne Plummer is an Energy Consultant and Certified Energy Manager. Since 2011, the Smart City Expo World Congress has stood as ...

Chances are you're using tech to make your life more efficient, whether it's tracking steps and burned calories, scheduling reminders that pop up on your phone, or using autonomous robot vacuums to ...

Municipalities are increasingly incorporating smart city strategies into their development plans. But such projects don’t always include adequate cybersecurity safeguards against their complex, ...

Milad Haghani receives funding from The Australian Research Council & The Australian Government. Abbas Rajabifard receives funding from Victorian Government via Land Use Department. Benny Chen does ...

If a smart city is defined as a civilization that uses technology to support the community, then the origins of this concept date back at least to the Neanderthals. While the concept has, of course, ...