https://stagingwww.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/live-move-build-better/

Decades of government and philanthropic policies have facilitated economically stagnant zones where people measure their success by how far they get away. This talent-extraction paradigm makes them far more vulnerable to real estate speculation and displacement, and removes individuals with spending power, day to day examples of success, and the investment and financial acumen needed to build local economies.

https://stagingwww.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/how-do-urban-resilience-and-talent-retention-connect/

Integration of smart technologies in urban infrastructure, like smart grids and transportation systems, alongside AI-driven optimization, enhances city operations' efficiency and sustainability. Utilizing city data via digital twins identifies areas for improvement, while shared data (e.g., satellite maps, and smart sensors) optimizes traffic and mobility. In addition, the keynote also sheds light on smart cities efforts and achievements in Saudi Arabia.

https://stagingwww.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/how-ai-and-smart-technologies-are-transforming-urban-infrastructure/

Cities are increasingly experiencing the direct and indirect consequences of the climate emergency. Simultaneously, they are hubs of innovation that can enhance their resilience and foster healthier, more sustainable environments through sustainable urban planning strategies. By integrating green spaces, eco-friendly infrastructure, and renewable energy, cities are reducing carbon footprints and promoting biodiversity. How can they further leverage these strategies to combat climate change?

https://stagingwww.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/eco-urbanism-responding-to-a-changing-climate/

‘SMR Smart Net Zero City’ is a city that achieves sustainable development and carbon neutrality by utilizing SMR (Small Modular Reactors) and renewable energy. SMRs and renewable energy supply systems can provide all the energy required by a city, including electricity, heat, and hydrogen, at an economical price. This system not only contributes to economic growth and job creation but also helps the city achieve carbon neutrality.

https://stagingwww.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/energy-innovation-solution-for-the-future-of-humanity-smart-net-zero-city/

Cities are embracing the transformative potential of cutting-edge technology. Innovations in AI, IoT, data analysis, and connectivity are already transforming urban areas into smarter, more efficient, and more inclusive environments. The key to success lies in leveraging these technologies to empower thriving cities, creating innovative, resilient, and citizen-centric urban hubs. How can urban leaders implement these technologies seamlessly into the day-to-day of cities to take advantage of all their potential?

https://stagingwww.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/next-gen-tech-leading-the-new-urban-era/

In this talk, Ruha Benjamin takes us into the liberating power of the imagination. Deadly systems all emerged from the human imagination, and have real-world, often deadly impacts. To fight harmful systems and create a world in which everyone can thrive, we will have to imagine things differently. Drawing on work that critically examines “smart” technologies that perpetuate inequities and engaging with grassroots approaches to community building, she offers a pragmatic and poetic approach to worldbuilding that invites each of us to consider the role we play in maintaining or transforming the oppressive status quo.

https://stagingwww.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/utopias-dystopias-or-ustopias-whose-imagination-are-we-living-in/

City governments must strive to leave no one behind. As global inequalities intensify, cities have the potential to become sanctuaries where all citizens are given equal opportunities. This starts with forward-thinking, bold, and decisive policy planning and implementation. By harnessing the power of community engagement, accessible technologies, and sustainable development, cities can evolve to meet their residents' diverse needs and foster a sense of belonging for all citizens.

https://stagingwww.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/redefining-livability-for-the-citizens-of-tomorrow/