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Where Generative AI Meets Human Rights

Experts in technology, law, and human rights debate the unique implications of this technology and how we might best direct its potential to benefit humanity In November 2022, OpenAI released ChatGPT. Less than 18 months later, the subject of generative AI dominates almost every sphere of life, public and private. Policymakers talk about it; economists…

Significant boost in global air transport demand at the start of 2024

While international traffic experienced a vigorous rise of 20.8% compared to January 2023, the domestic segment recorded a more moderate, but also robust, increase of 10.4% The air transport sector has kicked off 2024 with a remarkable expansion in global demand, showing 16.6% growth in January compared to the same period last year, according to…

Nos Zona Smart, a reference project from Cabo Verde

Loide Monteiro (CEO): “Our vision for this smart city is that of a 4S city: Smart, Sustainable, Safe, and with a Smile” Nos Zona Smart has been dedicated to realizing the Smart City Cabo Verde vision since 2019. Our commitment has earned recognition from ECOWAS and prestigious international publications like Smart City Journal. Backed by…

Five Pillars That Determine Commercial Renewables Projects’ Bankability

To enhance the project’s appeal and contribute to global sustainability efforts, developers and sponsors are also encouraged to adhere to sustainability goals principles Bankability is key in the world of commercial renewable energy projects. It sends potential investors this message: "this project is worth your time and money." At its core, bankability indicates whether or…

Revolutionizing Smart Infrastructure: Itron Selects Cumulocity IoT to Expand Smart Utility and City Solutions to More Customers

Companies to expand access to Lightweight M2M as a standard protocol for enhanced performance in low-power, low-bandwidth, and cellular-connected scenarios Software AG today announced that Itron has selected Cumulocity IoT to expand its advanced utility and city management capabilities to more customers, particularly in low-power, low-bandwidth, or cellular-connected scenarios. The collaboration will achieve this by…

How dating sites automate racism

Sociologist’s new book finds algorithms that suggest partners often reflect stereotypes, biases Apryl Williams opened a Tinder account in 2013 and began wondering about the algorithms used by dating apps, how they selected potential matches, and what role race may play in the system. Now, after nearly 10 years of research, the Black sociologist who…

AI Improves Monsoon Rainfall Predictions

Eviatar Bach, the Foster and Coco Stanback Postdoctoral Scholar Research Associate in Environmental Science and Engineering led the research Every year, the South Asian monsoon season brings heavy rain to over a billion people in the Indian subcontinent between June and September. The rain falls in oscillations: Some weeks see 1 to 4 inches of water, while…

A historic milestone for cycling: European Institutions officially adopt joint European Cycling Declaration

The adoption of the European Cycling Declaration reflects the strong collaborative efforts of civil society, the cycling industry, and governmental institutions Today, the European Council, Commission and Parliament signed the European Cycling Declaration, marking the official adoption of the first inter-institutional cycling policy at the European level. ECF welcomes this historic milestone with enthusiasm, which is…

A Global Call to Innovators Shaping the Future of Community Resilience

Applications Now Open for QBE AcceliCITY Resilience Challenge Leading Cities announced today that applications are now open for the 2024 QBE AcceliCITY Resilience Challenge, powered by Leading Cities. Entrepreneurs with pioneering ideas that leverage smart-city solutions to tackle urban risk, equity and sustainability are encouraged to apply before the deadline on April 30, at AcceliCITY.com.…

Smart and Sustainable Cities: SoSmart, International Connections in Seoul on April 16th

The event is organized by the Spanish company SoSmart, led by Lucía Roa and Lidia Alvarez In an increasingly interconnected world, the search for sustainable and innovative solutions for the future of our cities has become a globally shared mission. In this context, on 16 April, Seoul will be the epicenter of international collaboration with…