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Books alert!!! Urban AI Hub release of "Smart City Blueprint", a groundbreaking two-volume series! Authored by, Professor Dr. Tan Yigitcanlar, these volumes offer an in-depth exploration of the fusion between the built environment and digital technology in smart cities. Why You Should Read "Smart City Blueprint": - Volume 1: Policy, Community, Futures delves into the policy frameworks, community engagement strategies, and future outlooks necessary for successful smart city initiatives. - Volume 2: Framework, Technology, Platform focuses on the essential frameworks, cutting-edge technologies, and platforms that drive smart city innovations. This comprehensive work is a must-read for urban policymakers, managers, planners, and practitioners. It's also an invaluable resource for scholars and students aiming to understand and address urban and societal challenges through smart city solutions. Explore the volumes here: - [Smart City Blueprint (1st Volume) - Policy, Community, Futures](https://lnkd.in/gxzyEzsb) - [Smart City Blueprint (2nd Volume) - Framework, Technology, Platform](https://lnkd.in/gENHZczQ) Don't miss this chance to deepen your knowledge and contribute to the creation of smarter, more sustainable cities! #SmartCity #UrbanPlanning #Sustainability #DigitalTechnology #UrbanDevelopment #SmartCities #Innovation #FutureCities #SmartTechnology

Dive into the concept of cognitive cities and how they are shaping the future of urban development. Then, check out Actian Zen to see how it can help promote smart cities. #CognitiveCities #FutureTech

𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀: 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 We are thrilled to announce that our latest research article, "Addressing Data Challenges to Drive the Transformation of Smart Cities," has been developed within the IDUNN project and accepted for publication in the prestigious ACM Transactions on Intelligent Systems and Technology. 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 Cities are the lifeblood of economic activity and innovation. With urban populations growing rapidly, the need for smarter, more sustainable cities has never been more critical. This article delves into the vital role data plays in the evolution of smart cities, addressing the various challenges and opportunities it presents. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 - Understanding Smart Cities: Our research provides a comprehensive understanding of what defines a smart city, the key indicators, and the technological frameworks involved. - Data Challenges: We explore significant data-related challenges, including availability, heterogeneity, management, analysis, privacy, and security. - Ethical Considerations: The article also tackles the ethical implications of data use in smart cities, emphasizing the importance of transparency, inclusivity, and privacy. 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗗𝗨𝗡𝗡 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 The IDUNN project aims to leverage data and integrate Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) into urban environments to enhance city operations and improve the quality of life for residents. Our article serves as a "one-stop shop" for understanding and addressing the data-related issues that smart cities face. 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀 Authored by a team of renowned experts, including Ekaterina Gilman, Francesca Bugiotti, Ahmed Khaled, Hassan Mehmood, Panos Kostakos, Lauri Tuovinen, Johanna Ylipulli, Xiang Su and Denzil Ferreira, this research provides valuable insights and practical solutions for anyone interested in the future of urban living. Explore our article, stay informed about the latest developments in smart city technology, and join us in driving the transformation of our urban environments. https://lnkd.in/ddDgHBQz

🌆 Envision a city where tech and urban planning unite for efficiency, sustainability, and citizen-centric living.🌳 Urban digital twins, powered by #AI and real-time data, transform cities into thriving, connected communities. Check out our latest Forbes blog to learn more.👇 https://dell.to/4ePoM0v #SmartCities #UrbanDigitalTwins

🌟 Evolving Smart Cities: Embracing Openness and Nature's Genius 🌟 The journey towards the next-generation smart cities is unfolding, rooted in principles that promise to transform our urban landscapes into thriving, inclusive ecosystems. Key to this transformation is the fusion of open data, recognition of non-human stakeholders, biomimicry, and the union of generative AI with physics. This vision for our urban future is not just smart—it's wise and holistic. 🔓 Open Data: The Key to Innovation 🔓 Imagine cities where every bit of urban data is shared openly, fostering innovation, enhancing transparency, and empowering communities. Open data acts as the foundation for smart city development, enabling solutions that make cities more efficient and livable for all its inhabitants—humans and non-humans alike. 🌿 Beyond Human Centricity: Inclusive Urban Ecosystems 🌿 Tomorrow's cities recognize all forms of life, integrating green spaces and wildlife corridors into urban planning. This holistic approach ensures that development supports biodiversity, creating a balance where technology and nature thrive together. 🌀 Biomimicry: Nature's Blueprint for Sustainability 🌀 By mimicking nature's time-tested patterns, we can design urban infrastructures that are more sustainable and resilient. Imagine buildings and systems that replicate the genius of natural designs, from self-cooling structures to efficient water management inspired by the natural world. 🤖 Synergy of Generative AI and Physics 🤖 The merge of generative AI with physics opens new horizons for predicting and modeling urban dynamics. This powerful combination allows us to foresee the impacts of urban policies and initiatives, enabling smarter, evidence-based decision-making for city planners and policymakers. 🌍 The Vision for Tomorrow 🌍 The future of smart cities lies in our ability to integrate these principles into our urban planning and operations. It's a future where cities are not just places to live but ecosystems that respect all forms of life, where technology serves to enhance sustainability and where communities are truly empowered. Let's embrace this journey towards smart cities that are open, integrated with nature, and designed with foresight and wisdom. #SmartCities #FutureCities #OpenData #Biomimicry #Sustainability #UrbanInnovation

🎤 Submit your abstract to be a speaker at the Urban Digital Twins for a Sustainable Transformation of Cities 🎤    This is your opportunity to present your work and contribute to the growing dialogue on how urban digital twins can drive the transformation of cities towards sustainability and resilience at the Urban Digital Twins for a Sustainable Transformation of Cities conference, hosted by City Science Lab, taking place April 02 & 03, 2025 in Hamburg, Germany.   📅 Submission Deadline: 17 November 2024  💻 Format: Online  ✨ Why You Should Submit:  • Engage in discussions on urban transformation from social, technical, and ecological dimensions.  • Share your insights on Smart City Governance, Modelling, Simulation & AI, Citizen Engagement, and Transformative Research Methods.  • Present your digital twin artifact and explore its transformative potential alongside other practitioners and researchers.  • Contribute to a special issue publication (double-blind peer-reviewed) scheduled for late 2025.    🌟 Who Should Apply:  • Researchers and scientists working on urban digital twins, urban transformation, and related fields.  • Practitioners with real-world applications of digital twins looking to share their success stories and challenges.  To participate, submit an extended abstract (1,000 to 2,000 words) in English by 17 November 2024. All details on the submission process and conference tracks are available on our conference website.  Let’s shape the future of cities together 🚀!    🔗 Submit your abstract to: eva.stowasser@hcu-hamburg.de  🔗 Learn more about the conference: https://lnkd.in/e4gkZUeP #UrbanDigitalTwins #SustainableCities #CityScienceLab #SmartCityGovernance #CallForSpeakers #UrbanResilience #Sustainability #Transformation #DigitalTwins #UrbanInnovation #Hamburg

Artificial intelligence is transforming urban planning, driving smarter and more sustainable cities. This technology enables more efficient urban planning, addressing issues such as traffic congestion and resource use. In practice, intelligent algorithms optimize traffic flow by adjusting traffic lights in real-time and suggesting alternative routes. They also facilitate efficient urban resource management, enhancing systems such as lighting and public transportation. Furthermore, AI fosters participatory urban development by integrating citizen preferences into decision-making. With the help of digital platforms, citizens can express their opinions on urban projects, promoting an inclusive urbanism adapted to community needs. Implementing these technological solutions not only improves quality of life but also minimizes the environmental impact on our cities. Collaboration between governments, technologists, and researchers is essential to harness the potential of AI in urban planning. Embracing these innovations not only prepares cities for current challenges but also lays the foundation for a more sustainable and efficient future. #ArtificialIntelligence #SustainableUrbanism #SmartCities #TechnologicalInnovation #CitizenParticipation https://ow.ly/baCa50U7sMH

I stand in front of this smart city, marvelling at how data and technology seamlessly blend into the urban landscape. Here, the future isn't just imagined—it's happening right now. Every piece of information and every connected device contributes to the vibrant pulse of the city. Reflecting on how technology transforms our lives and the spaces we inhabit, it's fascinating to think about the invisible networks and data flows that keep everything running smoothly. In the digital age, we’re not merely developing smarter cities; we’re also reimagining our lifestyles, interactions and experiences.   Thoughts and Reflections: 💡 Behind every cityscape, there’s a sea of data driving its pulse. 💡 Urban landscapes shaped by the algorithms of modern life. 💡 In the vast sea of city's data, which current or story are you part of? 💡 While the city stands tall with its impressive concrete structures, it truly thrives on the invisible streams of data in constant motion. 💡 in a city full of data, what stories remain untold? #UrbanInnovation #TechCities #CityOfTheFuture #SmartLiving #DigitalAge #DataDriven #UrbanReflections #smartcities

A few months old, but still worth sharing - hopefully: "No Longer Hype, Not Yet Mainstream? Recalibrating City Digital Twins' Expectations and Reality: A Case Study Perspective" In this open access article published in Frontiers in Big Data, I have reviewed existing literature on the (somewhat overinflated) expectations about what city digital twins can and should do (as well as how and for whom), and compared these with a qualitative exploration of three case studies in Europe (Dublin, Helsinki, Rotterdam). The analysis showed that while the concept of digital twin has made it into European municipalities' agendas (especially of big cities) as a revamp of the smart city idea, its concrete implementation is still in its infancy, concerning both its proper development as a fully integrated bi-directional (physical-digital) and real-time city modelling, as well as the broader governance enabling the digital twinning of the urban environment as an orchestrated sociotechnical process for the city/zens. On a closing note: these findings—for once—might not be bad news, insofar as a slower path might favour and signal the need for a cognizant integration of technical and non-technical factors in the development, implementation, and use of city digital twins. Article accessible here: https://lnkd.in/daFg2fXH Feel free to share

Tag -:- Cities Today Institute C40 Cities All India Institute of Local Self-Government ICMA - International City/County Management Association Royal Town Planning Institute Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) CEPT University Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs Smart Cities Council National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA) Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA) Janaagraha Praja Foundation 🌈 👉New research shows that using generative artificial intelligence such as ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini could improve city planning by enhancing access to tools that help measure walkability, safety, lighting, and more.👈 via 👇 Cities Today