Topic: digital-transformation

In today's rapidly evolving urban landscapes, cities around the world are endeavouring to integrate technology and innovation to enhance the quality of life for their inhabitants. Vienna, a city known for its rich history, architectural marvels, and cultural vibrancy, has been at the forefront of the smart city movement, using digital transformation as a catalyst to address urban challenges.

In our recent discussion with Franz Xaver Pfaffenbichler, a key figure in Vienna's eGovernment and Smart City initiatives, we delved into the nuances of Vienna's approach towards becoming a Smart and Sustainable City and the multifaceted strategies being employed to ensure a harmonious fusion of technology, society, and environment.

The southeast Asian country of Vietnam is evolving at a rapid pace. In recent years, the country has transformed into one of the fastest-growing economies in the region with booming industries in a wide range of sectors, and a tenacious business-oriented culture. In a short time, Vietnam has been able to grow from a low-income country into a lower-middle-income country, with analysts predicting that it could achieve upper-middle-income status as quickly as 2035. This is no mean feat, but with a large and booming population, with a young median age of 32 years, Vietnam has the drive, determination, and passion for innovation to make its dreams come true. A perfect and ambitious example is the Binh Duong Smart City project.