Why futuristic, tech-centred ‘smart city’ projects are destined to fail

For residents of European cities – with their snarled traffic, draughty old buildings, creaking public services and grey winters – it’s easy to see the appeal of moving to a brand-new, high-tech metropolis. Enter Dunia Cyber City, a new special economic zone in Zanzibar aimed at attracting tech workers (real and virtual) and companies with […]

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Europe tops global ranking of dynamic and sustainable cities – here’s why

London, New York and Paris have been named the world’s most dynamic and liveable cities. This is according to a new ranking of global cities that highlights Europe’s ability to balance sustainability and growth in its urban centres. The IESE Cities in Motion index looks at 183 cities in 92 countries, and ranks them in […]

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