Smart Cities of the Future: Harnessing the Power of IoT, Blockchain, Machine Learning, and Digital Twin Technologies

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue aims to explore the transformative potential of integrating IoT, blockchain, machine learning, and digital twin technologies, along with supply chain, hydrogen fuel, renewable energies, energy management, and indoor navigation, in the development and operation of smart cities. The convergence of these cutting-edge technologies holds potential for the creation of intelligent urban environments that enhance sustainability, efficiency, and the overall quality of life of citizens. This Special Issue will bring together researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to discuss the latest advancements, challenges, and opportunities in this multidisciplinary field. By shedding light on innovative applications, theoretical frameworks, and practical implementations, this Special Issue seeks to provide valuable insights and guidance for stakeholders involved in building the cities of tomorrow.

The scope of interest of this Special Issue includes, but is not limited to, the following topics:

• Integration of IoT, blockchain, machine learning, and digital twin technologies for smart cities;
• Data-driven decision making and predictive analytics in urban planning and management;
• Smart infrastructure and resource management enabled by these technologies;
• Security, privacy, and trust considerations in smart city systems;
• Citizen engagement and participatory approaches using IoT, blockchain, and machine learning;
• Real-time monitoring and control systems for urban mobility and transportation;
• Energy-efficient and sustainable solutions for smart cities through advanced technologies;
• Challenges and solutions in interoperability and standardization of smart city ecosystems;
• Ethical and social implications of IoT, blockchain, machine learning, supply chain, hydrogen fuel, renewable energies, energy management, and digital twin technologies in urban environments;
• Indoor navigation and location-based services for enhancing urban experiences and efficiency.

Dr. Faisal Jamil
Dr. Zeinab Shahbazi
Guest Editors

Manuscript Submission Information

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