Smart cities promise efficiency, sustainability, and innovation— at what cost? In this episode, we dive into the world of smart cities with Professor Dr Nicos Komninos, an expert in urban technology and AI-driven infrastructure.
We explore how data, automation, and connectivity are transforming cities, improving transportation, energy management, and public services. With increased surveillance, corporate involvement, and cybersecurity risks, are smart cities a utopian dream or a step toward a controlled society? Join us as we break down the benefits, challenges, and future of smart urban living.
About the Host
Daniel Stih (danielstih.com) is an aerospace engineer, software engineer, indoor environmental consultant, and author of 12 books. For more than 30 years, he has investigated complex problems spanning engineering, technology, the built environment, and human decision-making. His work explores how evidence, assumptions, and systems shape the conclusions we draw—and whether we're solving the right problem. Learn more about his approach in Why I Think This Way.
Show Notes
Professor Dr Nicos Komninos
https://www.komninos.eu/
Books on Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicos-Komninos/author/B001H9RXF8