Are you curious what information might be in the "ether"? Comm abounds. Devices are the hum of our world, AND they generate a massive amount of public "ground-truth."
We are developing a series of #FOSS tutorials & tools to explore these realms freely available to anyone & a laptop. We want to build what you need.
- What interests you? Tell us. We’re peeling the onion & we’d love your help deciding which layer to peel.
#IoT #OSINT #OpenSource #DataScience #News #SmartCities #Technology
🚦 Global Traffic Sensor Market (2024–2032)
2024 Market Size: USD 753.5M
2025 → 2032: USD 805.8M → USD 1,355.9M
CAGR: 7.72%
Regional Leader: North America (35.05%, 2024)
AI đã trở thành yếu tố then chốt quyết định năng lực quản trị thành phố, chất lượng dịch vụ công và phát triển bền vững. #AI #QuảnTrịThànhPhố #CôngNghệ #PhátTriểnBềnVững #AIinCityManagement #SmartCities #DigitalTransformation #VietnamTech
Iraq’s Ministry of Construction and Housing has announced the launch of a comprehensive automation program covering the digitization of loan procedures, building permits, and the activation of the e-municipality system, as part of broader efforts to enhance digital services and improve public-sector performance. #Iraq #smartcities
https://archup.net/iraq-construction-automation-and-smart-cities/
We are moving past the era of reactive infrastructure. The real revolution in smart cities lies in the invisible architecture of geofences. This article brilliantly breaks down how V2X and 5G enable predictive traffic models, optimizing everything from emergency response to public transit flow. It is a masterclass in how data layers translate to real world efficiency.
Link: https://webheadsunited.com/dyn-traffic-management-geofences-smart-cities/
Bicicletas eléctricas inteligentes y el uso de Big Data para planificar carriles bici más seguros y eficientes en las ciudades.
#BiciElectrica #SmartCities #Ciclovias
GSMA: Act now to avoid spectrum crunch with 6G mobile networks https://www.vibewire.com.au/?p=320353&utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon&utm_campaign=gsma-act-now-to-avoid-spectrum-crunch-with-6g-mobile-networks #6G #spectrum #connectivity #smartcities #logistics
Turns out it really was a *de-congestion* plan that could reduce traffic and speed travel in Manhattan's busiest districts, not just a way to make money.
#Transportation #DeCongestion #Manhattan #NYC #SmartCities
Traffic congestion grew this year in U.S. cities, but NYC saw no increase | Smart Cities Dive
https://www.smartcitiesdive.com/news/inrix-traffic-congestion-us-cities/806745/
JCDecaux secures 8-year Helsinki metro advertising contract with LED screens: JCDecaux won an 8+2 year contract with HKL and Länsimetro Oy to operate advertising in 30 Helsinki and Espoo metro stations starting July 1, 2026. https://ppc.land/jcdecaux-secures-8-year-helsinki-metro-advertising-contract-with-led-screens/ #JCDecaux #HelsinkiMetro #Advertising #LEDscreens #SmartCities
Prioritize human-centered design and community building over solely focusing on technological advancements to create truly effective and sustainable #smartcities. 🎯 | #urbanism | More https://scrollbots.com
Do you remember #smartcities ? Well, New York City continues to contribute to the concept with -among other things- #augmentedreality https://cities-today.com/new-york-launches-sensors-and-ar-tools-in-latest-tech-pilots/?utm_source=www.immersivewire.com&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=snap-unveiled-snapchat-winter-village-a-festive-ar-shopping-world
Bicicletas eléctricas inteligentes y el uso de Big Data para planificar carriles bici más seguros y eficientes en las ciudades.
#BiciElectrica #SmartCities #Ciclovias
Global Garbage Truck Bodies Market 🚛♻️
2023 Value: USD 4.29B
2032 Forecast: USD 7.01B
📈 CAGR: 5.9%
🌏 Asia Pacific: 32.4% share
🇺🇸 U.S. market to hit USD 974.5M by 2032
Growth driven by rising waste generation + smart & connected garbage collection technology.
#GarbageTruckBodies #WasteManagement #MarketInsights #SmartCities #Sustainability #Technology #APAC #USAMarket
https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/jp/garbage-truck-bodies-market-103323
New Article Published in #TGPPP Journal 2.6 #IF:
#GenerativeAI and the #UrbanAI #Policy Challenges Ahead: #TrustworthyAI for Whom?”
https://doi.org/10.1108/TG-08-2025-0240
🔓 #OpenAccess #OpenScience: https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=5594632
Waymo’nun San Francisco’da köpeğe çarptığı kaza, otonom araç bileşenlerinin şehrin karmaşık trafik koşullarına ne kadar duyarlı olduğunu ortaya koyuyor. Şirket, algoritma güncellemeleri ve bekleme süresi optimizasyonu planlarını duyurarak güvenlik çerçevesini genişletmeye çalışıyor.
🚩 #AutonomousVehicles #Waymo #TrafficSafety #SmartCities #Technology #Innovation #UrbanMobility #EthicalAI
The World Economic Forum's bold prediction-6
https://wp.me/p84YjG-8ZE
#Urbanization2030 #SmartCities #Megacities #RemoteWork #CityPlanning #FutureCities #zsoltzsemba #urbanplanning
https://zsoltzsemba.com/remote-work-wfh-sustainability-economy/
The World Economic Forum’s bold prediction-6
Urbanization Patterns Will Undergo Significant Change by 2030
Over the past century, the global population has increasingly concentrated in urban areas. By 2030, the World Economic Forum predicts that urbanization will not only continue but also undergo radical transformations driven by technology, socio-economic shifts, and environmental imperatives. These changes will redefine city life, infrastructure, governance, and environmental impact across the globe.
The Growth and Evolution of Megacities
Currently, major metropolitan areas like Tokyo, Delhi, Shanghai, and São Paulo are home to over 10 million residents each. By 2030, it is projected that the number of megacities—urban areas with populations exceeding 10 million—will continue to grow. While some may see these sprawling urban centers expand, others will experience deurbanization or decentralization due to the rise of remote work and changing economic patterns.
The growth of megacities will be facilitated by advances in transportation, renewable energy, and data collection. Smart urban planning utilizing Internet of Things (IoT) devices and big data analytics will enable cities to optimize traffic, energy consumption, and waste management, creating more sustainable environments.
The Impact of Remote Work and Decentralization
The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the adoption of remote work and hybrid working models. The WEF predicts that by 2030, this trend may lead to a significant shift in urbanization patterns. People may increasingly choose to live outside traditional city centers, where costs are lower and the quality of life higher, leading to a more dispersed pattern of urban settlements.
This decentralization could ease pressure on urban infrastructure, reduce congestion, and lower pollution levels in city centers. However, it also presents challenges such as maintaining connectivity, service delivery, and social cohesion across dispersed populations.
The Rise of “Tiny Cities” and Satellite Towns
A new trend predicted involves smaller, highly connected, technologically advanced ‘tiny cities’ or satellite towns that work in harmony with major urban centers. These hubs will be designed with sustainability, health, and high-quality living standards at their core, often powered by renewable energy and intelligent transport systems.
Challenges of Future Urban Living
Despite the opportunities, significant challenges remain. Rising urban populations, resource scarcity, and climate change threaten to create megacity slums, social inequality, and environmental degradation if not managed properly. Access to clean water, affordable housing, healthcare, and education must be prioritized to prevent social polarization.
Cities will need to invest heavily in green infrastructure—such as urban green spaces, water recycling, and clean transit—to circuit-break environmental impacts and promote resilience against climate shocks.
Moreover, governance structures will need to evolve into more participative, data-driven models that enable citizens to have a voice in urban planning and management.
Innovations Driving the Future of Urbanization
Artificial intelligence and digital twin technology will facilitate real-time urban management, enabling rapid response to issues such as traffic congestion, pollution, and emergencies. Modular building techniques and innovative construction materials will allow rapid deployment of affordable housing and infrastructure repairs.
Furthermore, policies encouraging mixed-use developments and urban farming could contribute to more self-sufficient, resilient communities.
Final Reflection
The future of urbanization, as predicted by the World Economic Forum, suggests a landscape of adaptable, smart cities integrated within a global network of sustainable, people-centred urban environments. These transformations will demand visionary planning, innovative technology, and inclusive governance to foster cities that serve humanity and the planet alike.
Achieving this vision requires multinational cooperation, public and private sector partnerships, and active community engagement to navigate the complex realities of the 2030’s urban world.
Sources
[1] What will the world look like in 2030? https://www.weforum.org/stories/2016/01/what-will-the-world-look-like-in-2030/
[2] Future of Jobs Report 2025: 78 Million New … https://www.weforum.org/press/2025/01/future-of-jobs-report-2025-78-million-new-job-opportunities-by-2030-but-urgent-upskilling-needed-to-prepare-workforces/
[3] What if we get things right? Visions for 2030 https://www.weforum.org/stories/2019/10/future-predictions-what-if-get-things-right-visions-for-2030/
[4] A prediction: The world’s most powerful economies in 2030 https://www.weforum.org/stories/2017/02/a-prediction-the-worlds-most-powerful-economies-in-2030/
[5] Life in 2030: these are the 4 things experts can’t predict https://www.weforum.org/stories/2017/11/life-in-2030-what-experts-cant-predict/
[6] This is how our world could change by 2030. Read more: … https://www.facebook.com/worldeconomicforum/videos/8-predictions-for-the-world-in-2030/10154159674886479/
[7] Global Economic Futures: Competitiveness in 2030 https://www.weforum.org/publications/global-economic-futures-competitiveness-in-2030/
[8] A future with no individual ownership is not a happy one https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0016328723001131
[9] Which roles will see the fastest growth in demand by 2030 … https://www.facebook.com/worldeconomicforum/posts/which-roles-will-see-the-fastest-growth-in-demand-by-2030-learn-the-answer-in-th/1251793286988907/
[10] Global Economic Futures https://www.weforum.org/publications/global-economic-futures-productivity-in-2030/
#cityplanning #futurecitiesmeta #megacities #remotework #smartcities #urbanization2030
🏟️ Zaha Hadid's Greater Bay Area Sports Centre: Where architecture meets data infrastructure
📊 Crowd flow & movement patterns (10,000+ attendees)
🔊 Acoustic optimization & environmental sensors
⚡ Real-time energy consumption & resource allocation
💳 Consumer behavior & ticketing analytics
🌡️ Climate control & environmental impact
#DataAnalytics #SmartCities #UrbanPlanning #IoT #Architecture #China #ZahaHadid #DataScience #UrbanData
New research develops an open-data method for assessing equity in X-minute cities, finding that ethical frameworks significantly shape equity assessments and that car-dependent cities can surprisingly outperform walkable ones in proximity-based planning models.
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/epub/10.1177/23998083251398660
#IoT en contenedores de basura para optimizar las rutas de recogida y reducir el consumo de combustible en la ciudad. #LogísticaVerde Hashtags: #ResiduosUrbanos #SmartCities #Eficiencia #Gestión
