Beware of These Unintended Harms of Smart Cities

Smart cities need to be inclusive cities

Why It Matters

Implementing new smart city technologies or methods without consideration of unintended consequences takes away from the social impact. With rose-coloured glasses removed, and sleeves up, leaders must get into the practical social implications of smart cities.

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