The rise of digital technology, has taken place faster than any other historical innovation- reaching 50% of the world’s developing populations. Such growth has prompted the onset of smart city emergence. Defined as cities incorporating information and communication technologies (ICT), smart cities aim to bolster quality of urban living.
From efficient transport systems, sustainable buildings to integrated planning and knowledge sharing, smart cities offer a multitude of innovations and opportunities, allowing them to represent a bold vision for the future of urban living. However, as with any transformative idea, their rise is accompanied by several challenges, threatening the value digital technology adds to our urban lives.
