OASC Conference 2025

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The role of artificial intelligence (AI) in enhancing the capabilities of urban communities is crucial today.

In collaboration with the City of Tampere, Finland, the Artificial Intelligence for Smarter Communities? conference is scheduled for January 2025. This event will focus on the ways in which AI can contribute to developing sustainable and resilient environments, showcasing recent advancements in AI within Tampere, which has recently assumed a deputy coordinator role in the OASC Council of Cities.

This conference, held in Tampere—a leader in digital transformation—aims to address the evolving challenges and opportunities presented by digital innovations in urban settings. The city of Tampere actively engages in international partnerships with an emphasis on human-centric development, focusing on how smart technologies and AI can facilitate better integration of physical and digital interactions, ultimately enhancing the daily lives of its residents. Close collaboration with businesses, research institutions, and community members is integral to fostering inclusive and innovative urban advancement.

AI, along with other innovative technologies, stands to significantly improve urban planning and digital service infrastructure. Yet, this advancement poses challenges surrounding ethical considerations, sustainability, and resource management. These pertinent issues will be central themes of the upcoming conference. Participants will gather in Tampere to explore forward-thinking strategies that could impact the cities of the future.

The Artificial Intelligence for Smarter Communities? conference provides a platform for industry leaders and creative thinkers to work together in crafting solutions for regional and local digital initiatives. Participants will examine how government entities partner with technology firms, research bodies, and community stakeholders to promote the responsible use of AI and emerging technologies.

The first day of the conference will emphasize community input, highlighting various AI case studies, showcasing achievements and addressing difficulties. The subsequent day will feature insights from additional AI experts through foresight sessions and workshops focused on current and future AI endeavors, including discussions on the European AI Act, procurement processes, ethics in AI, and other relevant topics. This conference presents a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue about the development of smart cities.