Are Smart Cities Truly Smart if They Don't Address Global Priorities?Smart cities represent a fundamental shift in urban development, leveraging digital innovation to improve the well-being of their citizens. These cities are at the forefront of technological growth, adopting innovations such as self-driving cars and...
In a world of abundance, it is a shocking fact that around 9 million people die every year of hunger and hunger-related diseases. On a positive note, the number of people affected by hunger has decreased by 189 million since 1990. But there is still a...
The world appears to be drowning in waste as our modern and erudite globe generates a staggering amount of waste. From discarded electronics and single-use plastics to industrial by-products, ourthrowaway culture is creating a growing environmental crisis. 1Currently, there are over 347 million metric tons...
Globally, 17 % of children and youth are out of school and the figure is substantially higher in developing countries. While education is a priority and a fundamental human right for all, access to quality education is not a reality for many due to different...