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The built environment’s Scope 3 emissions conundrum

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Cities Climate Action Summit 2024 – meet the exhibitor: Latitudo 40

Latitudo 40 sits at the convergence of satellite imagery analysis and AI and will demonstrate the vital role satellite data has to play in helping cities tackle the challenges of climate change.

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Mark Whyte: Partner for security and resilience consulting, EMEA, Control Risks

Assessing and mitigating risk in smart city developments

Resilience25 Feb 2025by Mark Whyte: Partner for security and resilience consulting, EMEA, Control Risks

Mark Whyte, partner for security and resilience consulting for EMEA at Control Risks, explains how to reduce risk in smart city developments as urban populations sprawl, and city projects and developments grow larger.

John Kimmance: Chief Customer Officer, Ordnance Survey

Why geospatial data is key to building a smarter future

AI and Machine Learning24 Feb 2025by John Kimmance: Chief Customer Officer, Ordnance Survey

Geospatial data is the glue that makes other data interoperable in public and private sector projects, says John Kimmance, chief customer officer at Ordnance Survey.

James Bolton: UK General Manager, Voi Technology

Boost greener travel with e-scooter legislation

Micromobility20 Feb 2025by James Bolton: UK General Manager, Voi Technology

James Bolton, UK General Manager at Voi Technology, welcomes the government’s investment in active travel and explains how e-scooter legislation would unlock more greener journeys.

Abhishek Sandhir: Managing Director, Telecom – Global at Sand Technologies

Building networks that support liveable, connected cities

4G and 5G13 Feb 2025by Abhishek Sandhir: Managing Director, Telecom – Global at Sand Technologies

Abhishek Sandhir, managing director, telecom – global at Sand Technologies, explains how the future of cities relies on connectivity, and looks at where to begin and how to prioritise in building better urban networks.

Manish Jethwa: Chief Technology Officer, Ordnance Survey

Ethical AI, geospatial data and the future of digital transformation

AI and Machine Learning12 Feb 2025by Manish Jethwa: Chief Technology Officer, Ordnance Survey

Manish Jethwa, chief technology officer at Ordnance Survey (OS), looks at how AI will impact the world of geospatial data and why it has developed the responsible AI charter.

Donna Lyndsay: Strategic Market Lead for Sustainability at Ordnance Survey

Harnessing location intelligence for global resilience and sustainable investments

Resilience29 Jan 2025by Donna Lyndsay: Strategic Market Lead for Sustainability at Ordnance Survey

Donna Lyndsay, strategic market lead for sustainability at Ordnance Survey (OS), looks at the role location intelligence and mapping will play in building global resilience and climate action.

Sanjay Neogi: Managing Director, Energy and Utilities, Sand Technologies

How AI can help to transform the water industry

Water05 Nov 2024by Sanjay Neogi: Managing Director, Energy and Utilities, Sand Technologies

Sanjay Neogi, managing director of energy and utilities for Sand Technologies, explains how advanced technologies like AI and digital twins can address the critical challenges faced by water companies.

Charbel Aoun, NVIDIA & Wayne Arvidson, Dell Technologies

Enhancing operational efficiency in cities through AI

AI and Machine Learning29 Oct 2024by Charbel Aoun, NVIDIA & Wayne Arvidson, Dell Technologies

Wayne Arvidson, global CTO of verticals, computer vision and AI at Dell Technologies, and Charbel Aoun, smart cities and spaces director EMEA at NVIDIA, delve into the possibilities and use cases that are making AI adoption a priority for cities looking to bolster their operations.

Dario Campovecchi: Chief Information Security Officer, Paradox Engineering SA

Building cyber-resilient cities in an increasingly digital world

Data privacy and security16 Oct 2024by Dario Campovecchi: Chief Information Security Officer, Paradox Engineering SA

Although urgent, there is no magic switch to enhance cybersecurity in cities and a multifaceted approach is crucial, says Dario Campovecchi, chief information security officer, Paradox Engineering SA.

Mahesh Ramanujam: Co-founder, President & CEO, Global Network for Zero

The built environment’s Scope 3 emissions conundrum

Climate action10 Oct 2024by Mahesh Ramanujam: Co-founder, President & CEO, Global Network for Zero

Wayne Arvidson, Dell Technologies & Charbel Aoun, NVIDIA

AI-driven safety for cities: from prediction to prevention

AI and Machine Learning01 Oct 2024by Wayne Arvidson, Dell Technologies & Charbel Aoun, NVIDIA

Wayne Arvidson, global CTO of verticals, computer vision and AI at Dell Technologies, and Charbel Aoun, smart cities and spaces director EMEA at NVIDIA, dissect the possibilities that AI brings to cities for improving safety and security across public spaces and facilities.

Gareth Tang, Head of Smart Utilities and Infrastructure at ST Engineering’s Urban Solutions

Putting efficiency first in decarbonising the built environment

Commercial buildings21 Aug 2024by Gareth Tang, Head of Smart Utilities and Infrastructure at ST Engineering’s Urban Solutions

Gareth Tang, Head of Smart Utilities and Infrastructure, at ST Engineering’s Urban Solutions business, breaks down the technology that enables buildings to go green in the push for environmental sustainability in cities.

How AI supports the creation of smart cities with a personal touch

AI and Machine Learning07 Aug 2024by Wayne Arvidson, Dell Technologies & Charbel Aoun, NVIDIA

Wayne Arvidson, global CTO of verticals, computer vision and AI at Dell Technologies, and Charbel Aoun, smart cities and spaces director EMEA at NVIDIA, discuss how AI can be used in cities to improve personal experiences for residents and staff alike, and explain the cascading benefits of adopting the technology early.

AI in cities: making your data work toward sustainability goals

AI and Machine Learning09 Jul 2024by Wayne Arvidson, Dell Technologies & Charbel Aoun, NVIDIA

Wayne Arvidson, Dell Technologies, and Charbel Aoun, NVIDIA, explore how AI-enabled technologies and digital twins can transform urban management, driving cities toward a more sustainable future.

Chong Liang Ming, Head of Smart Utilities, Urban Solutions, ST Engineering

A water-secure future: cost-effective and sustainable smart metering at scale

Water08 Jul 2024by Chong Liang Ming, Head of Smart Utilities, Urban Solutions, ST Engineering

Chong Liang Ming, Head of Smart Utilities, Urban Solutions at ST Engineering, explains how water advanced metering infrastructure can unlock efficiency, resilience and sustainability benefits for cities, utilities providers and building managers.

Three ways AI can make smart cities more inclusive and sustainable

AI and Machine Learning08 Jul 2024by Maurizio Rinaldi: CEO, Sonda USA

Maurizio Rinaldi, CEO, Sonda USA, explores how artificial intelligence can help improve public services, particularly for unserved, underserved, and disadvantaged communities.

How to develop a smarter city at the scale that’s right for you

Economic Development28 Jun 2024by Luke Antoniou

These three cities found a tech partner that helped them navigate their challenges, on time and at scale.

Francesco Amato: Business Development Manager, Latitudo 40

How satellite data can help cities battle climate change

Climate action26 Jun 2024by Francesco Amato: Business Development Manager, Latitudo 40

Francesco Amato of Latitudo 40 explains how cities can harness the power of satellite imagery analysis and AI to provide meaningful geospatial insights.

Cities Climate Action Summit 2024 – meet the exhibitor: Latitudo 40

Climate action25 Jun 2024by Francesco Amato: Business Development Manager, Latitudo 40

Latitudo 40 sits at the convergence of satellite imagery analysis and AI and will demonstrate the vital role satellite data has to play in helping cities tackle the challenges of climate change.

What is ‘Smart City’ and why do we need them?

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