TECHNOLOGY
ways to improve its standing and offer better services to citizens . One recent development involves rolling out ‘ smart boxes ’ connected to fiber optic lines to deliver realtime information on air pollutants , heavy rainfall or traffic jams to all citizens . Singapore also continues to put a premium on creating an eco-friendly atmosphere . The city has well over 2,000 certified green buildings and has put laws in place to discourage personal vehicle use .
What are the vulnerabilities of a smart city ? At the same time , a smart city is not guaranteed to be a success story . Critics rightfully note that the technology used to provide faster
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