Driverless taxis are coming to Munich
Munich will become the first German city to test autonomous taxis through Uber. The robotaxi system uses artificial intelligence to deliver safer and more cost-effective transportation.
How co-housing is reinventing itself for senior citizens
Co-housing is a residential model in which people share common spaces while maintaining the privacy of their own homes. It promotes connection, collaboration, and an interdependent way of living. Based on the idea that community living and mutual support enhance quality of life, this form of collaborative housing is gaining popularity as a healthy alternative for older adults.
Autonomous vehicles and accidents: are they safer than vehicles operated by drivers?
Are self-driving cars any sThe dream of self-driving cars is still maturing, ticking over silently. Advancements and tests contrast with the doubts surrounding this technology: will self-driving cars be capable of fulfilling the promise to reduce accident rates to anecdotal levels?
The evolving pattern of China’s public transport system: from pedals to high speed and back again
For more than a century, cycling was the most popular mode of transport in China, a country that is now at the forefront of high-speed rail development.
ElevateGov AI spotlight session with Mayor Justin Bibb of Cleveland
ElevateGov AI is a national, mayor-led initiative that brings together mayors, CIOs, Chief AI Officers, city leaders, and trusted technology partners to advance responsible, people-centered AI across the public sector. Created by the U.S. Roundtable, the initiative promotes transparent, ethical, and city-led AI adoption aligned with public trust and long-term community outcomes. As Mayor Justin […]
Inside Blue Cities: Can a city feel good, not just work well?
Explore the principles of Blue Cities, the next evolution in urban thinking, defined by a city’s ability to support diverse human experiences.
Smart manufacturing and the urbane economy: how AI is reshaping industry
We are now entering the era of Industry 4.0, which aims to be more efficient, more resilient and, through intelligent manufacturing processes, more sustainable. This is the age of smart manufacturing, a shift that is also reshaping cities.
Climate resilience 2.0: why digital twins are becoming essential for cities
Digital twins have become one of the most promising technologies for achieving this. They create a virtual replica of a city that is continuously updated with data from IoT sensors, satellites, drones, LiDAR, weather stations, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
Electrifying India’s Highways: Infrastructure Requirements for E-Truck Charging
Discover the infrastructure needed to electrify India’s highways, from high-power e-truck charging stations to grid upgrades and freight corridors.
How AI-powered LiDAR technology is rapidly gaining momentum, playing a transformative role in enhancing life within smart cities
LiDAR, which stands for Light Detection and Ranging or Laser Imaging Detection and Ranging, is a remote sensing technology that measures distances by emitting laser pulses and calculating the time it takes for them to reflect off a surface and return to the sensor. Compared to other measurement systems, LiDAR technology excels at generating highly precise three-dimensional maps, making it invaluable for urban planning.