The significance of a smart city goes beyond the idea convenient life; it marks the beginning of achieving sustainability for both humanity and the environment. On September 22nd, the New Taipei City Government hosted the 4th "2023 NTPC International Smart City Forum". The representatives from different countries, various industries, academic institutions, and research authorities, including the United States, Canada, Australia, Austria, Taiwan, and more, were invited to the forum. The theme of the forum was "City Operations Through AI, Co-create in Global Sustainability" featuring diverse sessions of speeches and dialogues conducted through online forums with topics surround the forum’s theme. The primary focus was on how AI technology can shape smart cities and contribute towards sustainable urban goals.
During Deputy Mayor Liou Her-Ran address, he emphasized that New Taipei City is the largest city in Taiwan and is actively incorporating smart city initiatives through its governance via various ways. The city is thinking globally and acting locally, with projects such as the Big Data Center and 5G Smart Poles initiated with the Research, Development, and Evaluation Commission (Information Management Center), the result establishes and serves as the New Taipei Smart Brain and sensor neural networks. Various departments are actively utilizing AI technology to promote innovation and provide citizens with a higher quality service experience. The City also announced that, in June of next year, New Taipei City will be co-hosting the following International Forum with Intelligent Community Forum (ICF) and expand its scale. This event will bring together smart cities from international network, shining a global spotlight on New Taipei City, and welcoming everyone to join the event with open arms.
John G. Jung, the Chairman and Co-founder of ICF, expressed during the event that Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been a globally popular topic of discussion since the launch of ChatGPT. Through AI large-scale data analysis, brings numerous benefits to many industries, especially in healthcare institutions, financial services, and cybersecurity. Simultaneously, it can provide personalized services, enhancing citizens' customer service experiences. Mr. Jung thanked New Taipei City for the invitation and looked forward to the "2024 Top 7 Intelligent Communities of the Year announcement" in New Taipei, exciting to see the innovative ideas that will inspire the world.
In the section on international smart city experiences sharing, the forum featured three city leaders: John Henry, Chairman of the Durham Region in Canada; Mark Jamieson, Mayor of Sunshine Coast in Australia; and Jane Fox, Mayor of Dublin City in the United States. They shared and elaborated how to build various digital infrastructures in cities to provide real-time data to support the development and discussed related cases in setting strategic directions and policies. In addition, Derry McDonell, Deputy Director of Trade and Investment at Canadian Trade Office in Taipei, and Roland Rudorfer, Director of the Austrian Office Taipei, were both present at the event. During their panel along with the moderator, Mavis Hsu, the Partner at Deloitte and Touche, they engaged in discussions and exchanges focusing on two major aspects: the practical application of AI technology and green sustainability.
The speeches centered around AI development trends, with John G. Jung, Chairman and Co-founder of ICF, highlighting five major advantages brought about by AI technology applications in cities around the world. Karthi Madhavan, Country Head of TCS Taiwan, elaborated on the advantages of sustainable smart cities and the importance of AI technology in smart cities. Mr.Kai Hua, Chief Technology Officer of Microsoft Taiwan, shared the latest trends in AI model technology applications. Dr. Lee Wei-Feng, Managing Director of Paul Hsu and Partners, introduced how to implement Taiwan's smart city supply chain technology and systems in the United States, creating a " Smartopia."
Understanding the trends in AI development can enhance a city's competitiveness, but it's essential to be mindful of potential risks and factors such as data sources, data accuracy, and data reliability. New Taipei City, through collaborative efforts across its departments, is actively implementing smart technology in citizens' lives, building a comprehensive smart city, smart healthcare, and smart agriculture, aiming to create a smart environment across all scenarios. Simultaneously, it continues to align with international trends, showcasing New Taipei City's determination and actions in building a smart city to the world.
During Deputy Mayor Liou Her-Ran address, he emphasized that New Taipei City is the largest city in Taiwan and is actively incorporating smart city initiatives through its governance via various ways. The city is thinking globally and acting locally, with projects such as the Big Data Center and 5G Smart Poles initiated with the Research, Development, and Evaluation Commission (Information Management Center), the result establishes and serves as the New Taipei Smart Brain and sensor neural networks. Various departments are actively utilizing AI technology to promote innovation and provide citizens with a higher quality service experience. The City also announced that, in June of next year, New Taipei City will be co-hosting the following International Forum with Intelligent Community Forum (ICF) and expand its scale. This event will bring together smart cities from international network, shining a global spotlight on New Taipei City, and welcoming everyone to join the event with open arms.
John G. Jung, the Chairman and Co-founder of ICF, expressed during the event that Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been a globally popular topic of discussion since the launch of ChatGPT. Through AI large-scale data analysis, brings numerous benefits to many industries, especially in healthcare institutions, financial services, and cybersecurity. Simultaneously, it can provide personalized services, enhancing citizens' customer service experiences. Mr. Jung thanked New Taipei City for the invitation and looked forward to the "2024 Top 7 Intelligent Communities of the Year announcement" in New Taipei, exciting to see the innovative ideas that will inspire the world.
In the section on international smart city experiences sharing, the forum featured three city leaders: John Henry, Chairman of the Durham Region in Canada; Mark Jamieson, Mayor of Sunshine Coast in Australia; and Jane Fox, Mayor of Dublin City in the United States. They shared and elaborated how to build various digital infrastructures in cities to provide real-time data to support the development and discussed related cases in setting strategic directions and policies. In addition, Derry McDonell, Deputy Director of Trade and Investment at Canadian Trade Office in Taipei, and Roland Rudorfer, Director of the Austrian Office Taipei, were both present at the event. During their panel along with the moderator, Mavis Hsu, the Partner at Deloitte and Touche, they engaged in discussions and exchanges focusing on two major aspects: the practical application of AI technology and green sustainability.
The speeches centered around AI development trends, with John G. Jung, Chairman and Co-founder of ICF, highlighting five major advantages brought about by AI technology applications in cities around the world. Karthi Madhavan, Country Head of TCS Taiwan, elaborated on the advantages of sustainable smart cities and the importance of AI technology in smart cities. Mr.Kai Hua, Chief Technology Officer of Microsoft Taiwan, shared the latest trends in AI model technology applications. Dr. Lee Wei-Feng, Managing Director of Paul Hsu and Partners, introduced how to implement Taiwan's smart city supply chain technology and systems in the United States, creating a " Smartopia."
Understanding the trends in AI development can enhance a city's competitiveness, but it's essential to be mindful of potential risks and factors such as data sources, data accuracy, and data reliability. New Taipei City, through collaborative efforts across its departments, is actively implementing smart technology in citizens' lives, building a comprehensive smart city, smart healthcare, and smart agriculture, aiming to create a smart environment across all scenarios. Simultaneously, it continues to align with international trends, showcasing New Taipei City's determination and actions in building a smart city to the world.
