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AI-based lifeguard system aims to bring smart city tech to the beach

04 Aug 2020

The core system is based on deep-learning computer-vision technology and transmits real-time information to monitors in the lifeguard tower, sounding an alarm when swimmers are in danger.

Carinthia switches on 5G in its flagship smart region

14 Aug 2019

The Austrian state is also showcasing a range of smart applications including using virtual reality for tourism and a smart beehive that monitors the environment.

Which cities are the smartest for tourism?

12 Aug 2019

Ten European cities have been shortlisted for the 2020 European Capital of Smart Tourism contest with judging criteria including digitalisation and sustainability.

Which city will be top for smart tourism?

23 Aug 2018

Brussels, Ljubljana and Tallinn are among the contenders for the European Capital of Smart Tourism for 2019

Thailand to roll-out national IoT network

24 Jul 2018

CAT Telecom and Actility will begin with a smart city solution for Phuket, followed by Bangkok

Macau is on the road to smart

04 Aug 2017

Alibaba Group has formed a partnership with the East Asian region’s Government to drive smart city development

Special Reports

What role will ride-sharing play in the post-Covid-19 era?

James Cox, CEO of MIT-born start-up Routable AI, talks to SmartCitiesWorld about future trends in the sector following the impact of the global pandemic.