Shaping the urban age
Shaping the urban age
New visionary policies and strategic insights are necessary to tackle the diversity of city-region challenges and promote sustainability
During my three-day visit to Singapore, I reconnected with Siau Yong NG, a leading figure in smart city innovation. As the Geospatial & Data Director and Chief Data Officer at the Singapore Land Authority, his commitment to open innovation through Geoworks is inspiring. Our paths first crossed in Paris five years ago at EIT Digital, where we shared deep expertise. It’s a pleasure to maintain this valuable connection.
Embarking on a two-month mission across Asia to observe urban society trends. From Jakarta to Tokyo, and quick stops in Bangkok, Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur, I’m tracing the pulse of urban innovation before heading back to France. Grateful for my network’s support in this insightful journey. I am currently engaged in a 2 month exploratory …
A global summit showcased a united front for sustainability, with a notable shift towards SDG13 and climate action. The event highlighted the need for impactful, large-scale integrated policies and the resurgence of urban data platforms like digital twins. The consensus moves away from top-down approaches, emphasizing people-centric solutions and smart governance. Amidst evolving marketing narratives, Asia leads with innovative concepts, while the automotive industry slowly integrates into the smart city vision.