Paul Budde . Articles Using smart cities to protect democracy The connectivity of smart cities can be used as a tool against neoliberalism, bringing people together and reviving the spirit of democracy. The future of automated vehicles has a long and winding road ahead Automated vehicles will provide many benefits to drivers and the transport industry, but there is still a way to go before the technology is ready. Paul Budde reports. Smart cities moving into the 5G network With the 5G network getting closer, it's time to look at the benefits of integrating the technology into smart city infrastructure. The rise of the Australian smart city Moreton Bay Regional Council in South-East Queensland is one of the smart cities that is part of the Global Smart Community and City Alliance (GSC3). In all, some 25 cities formed part of this Alliance, which is no longer active. The power of data in smart city developments Developments in data science and analysis have been beneficial in managing key social areas such as homelessness, healthcare and agriculture, writes Paul Budde. Democracy, people-power and the rise of the smart city A recent event addressed the fact that the world's liberal democracies are faltering. Many of the problems that result from this are acutely felt in cities.
