News

NYC continues drive to help the public adopt better data privacy practices

18 Oct 2019

NYC is staging its second Library Privacy Week which will see libraries providing hands-on instruction in using digital privacy tools and understanding facial recognition technology.

WEBINAR: The open smart city: From strategic vision to reality

18 Oct 2019

Based on new research and case studies, this webinar will explore the journey to more open, interoperable smart city solutions.

Arctic 5G pilot could improve emergency services and avalanche warnings

17 Oct 2019

Telenor is launching the world’s northern-most 5G pilot in Svalbard, Norway.

Chicago Mayor proposes merging tech and fleet departments to save $1 million

16 Oct 2019

Mayor Lightfoot says the move will save money and drive efficiencies. Chicago’s former CDO called it a “terrible decision".

G20 Alliance launches to advance ethical smart cities and address standards fragmentation

16 Oct 2019

The Alliance says it is committed to “not being just another body”. It aims to stand out through a global focus, practical approach and by streamlining standards fragmentation.

Hitachi presents future train station concept, including robots and real-time service adjustments

15 Oct 2019

Hitachi envisions AI-enabled robots transforming passenger experience.

Special Reports

Podcast: The central role of cities in the sharing economy, with Chelsea Rustrum

There’s a big opportunity for cities to better harness the sharing economy to achieve municipal goals and give power back to the people, Rustrum says.