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The Future of Edge Computing

Many organizations would like to implement edge computing, but its future will be determined, at least in part, by the cost of its hardware and the development of appropriate software. At present, edge computing is very expensive to install, and only large businesses and corporations can afford these systems. Two factors restrict the use of […]

Edge Computing: An Overview

Edge computing (EC) allows data generated by the Internet of Things (IoT) to be processed near its source, rather than sending the data great distances, to data centers or a cloud. More specifically, edge computing uses a network of micro-data stations to process or store the data locally, within a range of 100 square feet. […]

A Brief History of the Internet of Things

Simply stated, the Internet of Things consists of any device with an on/off switch that is connected to the Internet. The Internet of Things (IoT) involves machines communicating information over the internet, and has not been around for very long. Machines have been providing direct communications since the telegraph (the first landline) was developed in […]

Ethics of Data Management in Smart Cities

Click to learn more about author Evelyn Johnson. Smart cities, commonly known as digital cities, use distinctive techniques to implement information and communication technologies (ICT). Creating a diverse ecosystem, smart cities are devoid of an isolated service system. Technologies such as sensors, robots, software, and a network including real-time surveillance have become prime assets to […]

Tech Thursday: The Changing Faces of Technology

Click to learn more about author Mathias Golombek. From healthcare to tech takeovers, I discuss the latest stories and hottest trends in our Tech Thursday round-up. Saving Face A facial recognition experiment has sparked a heated debate over “reckless findings,” and the world has taken notice. The study was done at Stanford University, where researchers have claimed […]

How AI is Changing the Mobility Landscape

Click here to learn more about Gilad David Maayan. There are a significant number of investments in the automotive industry nowadays. The majority of these investments focus on artificial intelligence (AI) and the optimization of self-driving technology. Meanwhile, new mobility systems and players are making their way into the automotive market. Tesla is trying to […]

How Big Data Impacts Smart Cities

Click here to learn more about Gilad David Maayan. Big data solutions provide administrative controls for large amounts of data, including storage, backups, analysis, and visualization. Big data systems introduce efficiency into a complex data infrastructure. In addition, big data solutions enable the use of advanced capabilities in smart cities. This includes Internet of Things […]

Community Data Platforms Announces Grants to Support Local, Evidence-Based Decision-Making

According to a new press release, “Community Data Platforms, Inc. (CDP) is making an offer that the leaders of America’s smartest communities will find hard to refuse. With support from Schmidt Futures, CDP will help three communities answer pressing questions while also creating a data analytics resource to enhance local decision-making. ‘While C-suite executives regularly […]