FOCUS SESSIONS #1 – Local actions tackling global challenges
Even as different increasingly pressing worldwide issues such as connectivity or the digital divide are global challenges, local and regional involvement is required to stimulate an effective bottom-up transformation. These first focus sessions will draw out key approaches on how local authorities, from a specific territorial vision, can start improving connectivity and digital policies in […]
Digital skills: Getting ready for the future of work
Rapid technological advances are transforming the world of work, bringing both opportunities and challenges. As the world is transforming towards a digital society, our skills and infrastructures need to be upgraded.
How to stay connected in an ever growing digital world
Connectivity is becoming a new human right. Access to medical services, education, training and work opportunities increasingly depends on connectivity in today’s world. In this context, how can local governments tackle the existing digital gap?
New rules for micromobility vehicles
20/04/2021 – The Star
AI Weekly: Data analytics keeps attracting investment through the pandemic
20/04/2021 – Venture Beat
The realities of climate change are pushing big businesses to focus on sustainability
20/04/2021 – CNN Business
Governing the twin transition: Transforming today’s challenges into future opportunities
Municipalities around the world are facing a dual challenge: The green and digital transition. If managed well, this dual challenge will provide great opportunities for local ecosystems to thrive and cities to prosper. ORGANIZED BY OASC.
URBACT across EU countries: driving change at National Level
Roundtable between 4 National URBACT Points representing Spain, Germany, Portugal and Poland – showcasing different initiatives on Leipzig Charter renewal, circular economy or urban regeneration. ORGANIZED BY NATIONAL URBACT POINT SPAIN.
AI & CITIES
The AI disruption is transforming not only the business but also the way we live, we work, and we socialize. We analize policies aimed at fostering AI in Cities and Regions, exemplified by the use of digital twins.
ORGANIZED BY ESADE BUSINESS SCHOOL.
Proprietary or open-source software? Arguments in favor and against
IT systems for smart cities must follow the principles that inspire them, including transparency and the control by citizens over the public authorities. This is why some governments are favoring the adoption of open-source software.