Privacy and Smart Cities

Published: Jan. 26, 2018, 4:01 p.m.

It used to be that cities set themselves apart based on population density, cultural attractions and historical significance. But intelligence? Welcome to the intersection of modern living and the Internet of Things. In this episode, we\u2019ll be talking with two guest speakers who weigh in on whether smart cities have rescinded the welcome mat for privacy.\n \nTake a look at some of the topics we\u2019ll be covering:\n\u2022Given how much smart cities \u201cknow\u201d about us, can individual and company privacy still be protected?\n\u2022What steps should corporations take to safeguard all the data they are gathering on smart city citizens?\n\u2022What are the privacy implications of inviting smart assistants like Alexa and Siri into our homes?