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HOW AI CAN ENHANCE SECURITY AND CONTROL ENERGY WASTAGE IN SMART CITIES
Smart city conjures up images of futuristic urban landscapes with innovative technology , yet at their core , smart cities are about enhancing quality of life through the intelligent use of information and communication technologies , explains Andrea Sorri at Axis Communications .
Cities like Abu Dhabi and Dubai stand as recognised leaders in smart urban living , epitomising technological advancement . Meanwhile , Doha and Riyadh are steadily progressing towards becoming smart cities . Areas such as Doha ' s Msheireb district showcase promising advancements , while Riyadh is poised for substantial growth , with plans to double its size over the next seven years through ambitious infrastructure projects totalling $ 1 trillion .
Integration of AI with IoT has been transformative , particularly with the evolution of network cameras beyond traditional video surveillance .
As we see a global shift towards urbanisation , with forecasts suggesting over 60 % of the world ' s population will live in urban areas by 2050 , the concept of smart cities has never been more relevant .
This upward trend towards urbanisation is historic , shaping human settlement patterns for decades . Since the onset of industrialisation , we have seen a consistent migration from rural to urban areas , driven by the allure of better employment , education and healthcare opportunities , as well as the promise of a more vibrant lifestyle .
This relentless urban expansion brings to the fore the critical need for sustainable urban management strategies to address the resulting challenges , including congestion , pollution , and strain on infrastructure and resources .
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