A digital skyline with IoT-connected devices.
With rapid urbanization and tech advances, smart cities are becoming reality.
Main Body:
Background:
- Cities like Singapore and Dubai are integrating sensors, AI traffic lights, and smart waste management.
Facts:
- By 2030, over 60% of the global population will live in cities.
Analysis:
- Smart cities offer efficiency and sustainability, but also raise privacy and surveillance concerns.
Counterpoints:
- Technological infrastructure is expensive and may not be inclusive for underprivileged communities.
Conclusion:
- While the vision of smart cities is compelling, equity and ethics must guide their development.
Tags:
- Smart Cities, IoT, Urban Planning
Category:
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