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Security Done Right Can Make Smart Cities Wise

It is time to ensure that security for smart cities is addressed early and often, including by engaging city residents in the process.

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By Marjory S Blumenthal
Published on Aug 25, 2021
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The Technology and International Affairs Program develops insights to address the governance challenges and large-scale risks of new technologies. Our experts identify actionable best practices and incentives for industry and government leaders on artificial intelligence, cyber threats, cloud security, countering influence operations, reducing the risk of biotechnologies, and ensuring global digital inclusion.

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Marjory S Blumenthal

Former Senior Fellow and Director Technology and International Affairs Program

Marjory S. Blumenthal was a senior fellow and the director of the Technology and International Affairs Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.

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    Computers on Wheels: Automated Vehicles and Cybersecurity Risks in Europe

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    Three Takeaways From China’s New Standards Strategy

      Matt Sheehan, Marjory S Blumenthal, Michael R. Nelson

Marjory S Blumenthal
Former Senior Fellow and Director Technology and International Affairs Program
Marjory S Blumenthal
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