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SUMMARY:IEC Webinar: Building people-centred cities with standards – Online\, 30 October 2025
DESCRIPTION:Cities are already home to more than half of the world’s population and this percentage is growing rapidly. As urbanization accelerates\, the challenge lies in making cities more resilient\, and sustainable\, while improving the quality of life for all residents. The United Nations’ World Cities Day emphasizes the importance of innovative solutions to address urban challenges\, and this year the focus is on people-centred smart cities showing how data\, technology\, and AI can enhance urban living\, support recovery from current challenges\, and advance initiatives that put people at the centre. \nTechnological innovation\, guided by international standards\, plays a crucial role in enabling smart and sustainable cities. From smart grids that ensure reliable and efficient energy distribution\, to IoT-enabled systems that enhance service delivery and urban mobility\, standards create the foundation for interoperability\, safety\, and trust. IEC and ISO International Standards in particular help integrate diverse technologies\, support scalable solutions\, and foster innovation that directly contributes to SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities. \nThe challenge is to use these standards to design our cities around the needs of their diverse communities and ensure the best possible quality of life for everyone\, both for those alive today and for future generations. And how the use of standards-based innovative technologies such as digital twins and the CitiVerse can support participatory decision making\, where ordinary people can have an active role in ensuring that their cities work for them. \nThis IEC Academy webinar will showcase how international standards are shaping the future of urban living. Experts will highlight practical applications in energy\, resource management and participatory planning\, while sharing global case studies that illustrate successful strategies. They will also give an update on the Technology Report on Positive Energy Districts (PEDs) that the IEC System Committee Smart Cities has developed. Participants will gain insights into how standards drive collaboration\, innovation\, and efficiency\, empowering policymakers\, city planners\, and industry stakeholders to build cities around the needs of their residents\, that are not only smarter\, but also more sustainable\, inclusive and people-centred. \n			\n				REGISTER HERE
URL:https://oascities.org/event/iec-webinar-building-people-centred-cities-with-standards-online-30-october-2025/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251015T113000
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SUMMARY:Living-in.EU Digital Assembly – Brussels (Belgium)\, 15 October 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Living-in.EU Digital Assembly is the annual political event of the Living-in.EU movement\, where mayors\, regional leaders and stakeholders set strategic priorities for Europe’s digital and green transformation. The event will explore how local and regional authorities leverage data-driven urban policymaking and citizen engagement to shape human-centric and resilient cities and regions\, while ensuring equitable access to the benefits of digitalisation and the protection of digital rights. Participants will address data governance\, standards and participation models that empower communities\, ensuring digital transformation aligns with environmental goals and digital rights across Europe. \nWhen? 15/10/2025\, 11:30 – 13:00 CET \nWhere? European Committee of the Regions\, Van Maerlant\, VMA23 \nAgenda (Preliminary): \n\nWelcome from the Co-Chairs​\nKeynote speech​\nPanel discussion – Data for innovation and smart decision making with a people-centred approach​\nExchange with the room and ceremony for the signing of the ‘Join\, Boost\, Sustain’ Declaration​​\n\nThe session will be followed by an informal networking lunch after the event! (More information to follow)​ \n			\n				REGISTER HERE
URL:https://oascities.org/event/living-in-eu-digital-assembly-brussels-belgium-15-october-2025/
LOCATION:Brussels\, Belgium\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:Assembly
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251016
DTSTAMP:20250922T122325Z
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SUMMARY:European Week of Regions and Cities – Brussels (Belgium)\, 13-15 October 2025
DESCRIPTION:The European Week of Regions and Cities is the biggest annual Brussels-based event during which cities and regions showcase their capacity to create growth and jobs\, implement European Union Cohesion policy\, and prove the importance of the local and regional level for good European governance. The European Week of Regions and Cities is organised by the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Regional and Urban Policy and the European Committee of the Regions. \nThis edition will focus on three key thematic areas: \nCohesion and Growth for the Future  \nThe entire modernisation agenda can be tackled under this theme\, establishing a link between well-rooted cohesion policy\, values and new growth plans. This theme is linked to the political priorities of the EU\, particularly sustainable prosperity and competitiveness\, as well as delivering together and preparing our Union for the future. \nThe Right to Stay: unlocking the potential of every territory  \nAll citizens should have the right to stay in the place they call home. These sessions should be about how to support what a community needs\, so that people want to stay: public services and private activities\, education and skills\, health\, transport and digital connectivity.   \nCities building tomorrow  \nThis theme offers the opportunity to explore how to strengthen cities as engines for innovation\, growth and competitiveness\, and how to boost their resilience and sustainability.  \nThese sessions can exchange good practices\, tackle common challenges\, address new topics\, explore collaboration between cities within and across national borders\, and in this way help articulate a vision for the future of cities.  \n			\n				REGISTER HERE
URL:https://oascities.org/event/european-week-of-regions-and-cities-brussels-belgium-13-15-october-2025/
LOCATION:Brussels\, Belgium\, Belgium
CATEGORIES:Conference,Networking Session
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251009T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251009T110000
DTSTAMP:20250923T114447Z
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SUMMARY:OASC Interoperability Policy Navigation Group Info Session – Online\, 9 October 2025
DESCRIPTION:In response to member feedback on the complex\, non-technical interoperability policy challenges that impact digital transformation\, we are pleased to announce the launching of the OASC Interoperability Policy Navigation Group (IPoNG). The group will focus on the organisational and cultural interoperability challenges that our members are facing\, providing a platform for peer support and joint identification of tangible\, practical\, actionable solutions. \nPrior to the official launch of the group\, a preliminary virtual information session will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 CET on 9 October 2025. The objective is to convene interested members to discuss specific challenges and help define an initial scope for the IPNG. This session will provide an opportunity for you to contribute to the group’s focus from the outset. \nShould you wish to attend and contribute to this discussion\, please register your interest below. If you are interested in joining the group but unable to attend\, please still complete this form so that we can update you on the next steps. \nEligibility: OASC members\, strategic partners\, enterprise partners.  \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Dr Ivy Yang (ivy(at)oascities.org) and Dr Gert Hilgers (gert.hilgers(at)oascities.org). We look forward to collaborating with you to build a valuable resource for all our members. \n			\n				REGISTER YOUR INTEREST HERE
URL:https://oascities.org/event/oasc-interoperability-policy-navigation-group-info-session-online-9-october-2025/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250925T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250925T113000
DTSTAMP:20250916T155041Z
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SUMMARY:LDT4SSC Stakeholder Engagement Webinar – Online\, 25 September 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the LDT4SSC Stakeholder Engagement Webinar\, taking place on 25 September 2025\, 10:00–11:30 CET online. \nThe LDT4SSC project brings together European partners to co-develop frameworks\, resources\, and tools enabling local communities to adopt and scale Local Digital Twins. This first webinar will introduce the project\, share insights from our partners and open a dialogue with stakeholders interested in shaping the future of digital innovation for sustainable cities and communities. \nAgenda (CET): \n\n10:00 – 10:10: Introduction to LDT4SSC – OASC\n10:10 – 10:20: Strategy and Sustainability – TalTech\n10:20 – 10:32: Knowledge Hub – LIST\n10:32 – 10:47: Requirements for pilots and resources – Cerema\n10:47 – 11:00: Open Call opportunities – Technopolis\n11:00 – 11:30: Q&A session – Moderated by ENoLL\n\nWhy attend? \n\nLearn about the project’s vision and opportunities\nEngage with leading experts and project partners\nDiscover how to participate in upcoming pilots and open calls\n\nWe look forward to your participation and to building a strong stakeholder community around Local Digital Twins. Your engagement will be key to ensuring the project’s outcomes reflect real needs and create meaningful value. \n			\n				REGISTER HERE
URL:https://oascities.org/event/ldt4ssc-stakeholder-engagement-webinar-online-25-september-2025/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250923T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250923T150000
DTSTAMP:20250922T124645Z
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SUMMARY:European Data Spaces Awards Launch Event – Online\, 23 September 2025
DESCRIPTION:We are very happy to announce that on 23 September 2025\, from 14:00 to 15:00 CEST\, we are holding the European Data Spaces Awards Launch Event online. \nAbout the awards  \nThe European Data Spaces Awards celebrate the best practices bringing the European data strategy to life. Aligned with the Maturity Model for Common European Data Spaces\, these awards spotlight concrete achievements\, inspire innovation\, and strengthen Europe’s trusted data-sharing community. \nAgenda   \n\nWelcome \nAwards Introduction \nHigh-Level Speeches \nPractical Information and Q&A  \n\n\nWhat to look forward to: \n \n\nFraming & Context – An introduction to the awards and their role in the broader data and AI value chain.\nStrategic Insights – How the European Data Strategy\, Data Spaces\, and AI strategy connect — with a focus on financial sustainability and end-user regulation.\nIncentives for Innovation – A look at how fair\, trusted environments can drive data sharing and collaborative innovation.\nNext Steps – How to apply for the awards and what comes after.\n\n\n			\n				REGISTER HERE
URL:https://oascities.org/event/european-data-spaces-awards-launch-event-online-23-september-2025/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:Launch,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250918T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250918T113000
DTSTAMP:20250905T141836Z
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SUMMARY:OASC Council of Cities Meeting – Online\, 18 September 2025
DESCRIPTION:When?📅 Thursday\, 18 September 2025🕘 10:00 – 11:30 CEST(Online meeting) \nWhat is it about?We are pleased to invite you to the next OASC Council of Cities online meeting. \nThis session will be a special moment as we introduce our new Council of Cities Coordinator: the City of Aarhus. Together with the Deputy Coordinator\, the City of Tampere\, they will share their ambitions with the network and discuss how we can further support the digital transformation of our community members. \nIn addition\, the meeting will include an interactive discussion\, where your input will be highly valued. \nAgenda (preliminary): \n\n\nWelcome \n\n\nIntroducing the new Council of Cities Coordinator \n\n\nThe Coordinator’s ambitions with OASC \n\n\nThe Deputy Coordinator’s ambitions with OASC \n\n\nCoffee break \n\n\nOASC’s upcoming activities \n\n\nClosure \n\n\nWe look forward to welcoming you and hearing your contributions to the discussions. \nWho should attend?This meeting is open to all OASC members and invited partners. Link to the event will be sent out to our members and partners \n			\n				REGISTER NOW
URL:https://oascities.org/event/oasc-council-of-cities-meeting-online-18-september-2025/
CATEGORIES:Assembly,Networking Session,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250910T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250910T100000
DTSTAMP:20250905T141442Z
CREATED:20250825T162501Z
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SUMMARY:OASC Task Force – Interoperable Citiverse: Info Session – Online\, 10 September 2025
DESCRIPTION:What is it?OASC is launching a new Task Force on the Interoperable Citiverse\, chaired by the City of Rotterdam. This initiative aims to foster a shared understanding of the Citiverse concept\, its role in guiding cities and communities through digital transformation\, and how it can align with the European Interoperability Framework (EIF) to ensure interoperable developments across ecosystems. \nWhen?Wednesday\, 10 September 202509:00 – 10:00 CEST \nWhere?Online — Virtual information session(Registered participants will receive the access link prior to the meeting) \nAgenda (Preliminary): \n\n\nWelcome by Task Force facilitators \n\n\nRotterdam’s vision for the Interoperable Citiverse\, presented by Roland van der Heijden and Albert Engels \n\n\nOpen discussion: share challenges\, priorities\, and local perspectives on Citiverse development \n\n\nQ&A and next steps for Task Force engagement \n\n\n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Register now!
URL:https://oascities.org/event/oasc-task-force-interoperable-citiverse-info-session/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250702
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250703
DTSTAMP:20250522T140939Z
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SUMMARY:CommuniCity Final Event – Porto (PT)\, 2 July 2025
DESCRIPTION:This conference will highlight the project’s key outcomes\, learnings and innovative solutions to urban challenges faced by cities. The CommuniCity Final Event will bring together project partners\, city representatives\, policymakers\, researchers and innovators to discuss and shape the future of European cities. \nThe conference will be held in a hybrid format. Therefore\, participants can join either online or in person at Porto Digital premises. Please note that there are a limited number of in-person seats available. \nFinal Event Programme \n10.00 Welcome coffee \n10.30 Opening words \n10:40 CommuniCity: Paving the Way for Inclusive Cities \n10:50 CommuniCity building more inclusive cities – Case examples  \n11.50 Key learnings and takeaways from the cities \n12.40 Deputy Mayor of Porto\, Filipe Araújo – Why are more inclusive cities even more important in the future? \n12:50 Shaping the Future: A Vision from the Commission / European Commission \n13:00 Lunch \n14.00 Key learnings and takeaways from the Hosts \n14.50 Academic findings and future recommendations \n15.10  Empowering European cities: From Living Labs to practical tools  \n16:10 Closing words – End of the Hybrid conference\, workshop will be only local in 3 parrallel sessions \n16.20 Workshops on co-creation methodologies \n\nCommuniLab platform and how to make use of the Open Call and Piloting manuals\nCo-creation practices\, Co-Creation Reboot card set\nAI assessment tool Technical workshop\n\n18.00 Drinks and networking \n			\n				REGISTER HERE
URL:https://oascities.org/event/communicity-final-event-porto-pt-2-july-2025/
LOCATION:Porto\, Portugal
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250627T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250627T130000
DTSTAMP:20250609T101422Z
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SUMMARY:Discover the New European Digital Platforms and What Is in It For You – Online\, 27 June 2025
DESCRIPTION:This webinar offers an in-depth look at the three innovative use cases selected within the BEGONIA Project\, which will be included in the EU Commission’s tender. The session will focus on how BEGONIA is creating new opportunities within the European digital ecosystem and driving digital transformation across various sectors. Attendees will gain valuable insights of these use cases which are leading the way in transforming the European digital landscape\, and will also gain a clear understanding of the opportunities they present for stakeholders across Europe. \n			\n				REGISTER HERE
URL:https://oascities.org/event/discover-the-new-european-digital-platforms-and-what-is-in-it-for-you-online-27-june-2025/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250616T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250616T160000
DTSTAMP:20250923T115015Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop: CommuniLab Assessment and Its Future – Online\, 16 June 2025
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to invite you to the online interactive session ‘CommuniLab Assessment and its future’. \nThis session is aimed at CommuniLab’s users such as city pilot managers\, technology providers\, NGOs\, researchers\, students and other organisations or individuals who benefit or could potentially benefit from the platform’s content. \nCommuniLab is a collective outcome\, and it is essential to gather feedback and ideas on how to improve it\, as it continues to live beyond the end of the project. \nDuring this 1\,5 hour we will: \n\nAssess the current version of CommuniLab\nIdentify gaps\, areas of improvement and suggestions for future versions\nShare ideas for sustaining and further exploiting beyond the project\n\nLooking forward to seeing you there! \n			\n				REGISTER HERE
URL:https://oascities.org/event/workshop-communilab-assessment-and-its-future-online-16-june-2025/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250613T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250613T130000
DTSTAMP:20250429T082713Z
CREATED:20250429T081221Z
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SUMMARY:OASC Summit – Brussels (BE) / Hybrid\, 13 June 2025
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to OASC’s hybrid Summit\, a working meeting focused on the network’s internal matters. \n\n\n\nDuring this Summit\, you will: \n\nvote on the updated version of the MIMs (Minimal Interoperability Mechanisms)\nelect a new coordinator for the Council of Cities\nget an update about the network’s progress and priorities\n\nThis summit is intended for our network members.Your participation ensures that key decisions are made collectively and transparently. \nAgenda: \n\n\n\n\n10:00 – 10:15 Welcome: Karl-Filip Coenegrachts\, OASC Chair of the Governing Body and Executive Director; Roland van der Heijden\, OASC Council of Cities Coordinator\, Digital Programme Manager\, City of Rotterdam (NL); Albert Engels\, OASC Council of Cities Coordinator\, Senior Process Manager\, City of Rotterdam (NL) \n10:15 – 10:45 MIMs Update on Version 8.0: Thimo Thoeye\, Tech Lead OASC \n10:45 – 11:00 New OASC Members: To be confirmed \n11:00 – 11:15 Coffee Break \n11:15 – 11:45 Council of Cities Elections: Karl-Filip Coenegrachts\, OASC Chair of the Governing Body and Executive Director; Roland van der Heijden\, OASC Council of Cities Coordinator\, Digital Programme Manager\, City of Rotterdam (NL); Albert Engels\, OASC Council of Cities Coordinator\, Senior Process Manager\, City of Rotterdam (NL) \n11:45 – 12:30 OASC General Update: Karl-Filip Coenegrachts\, OASC Chair of the Governing Body and Executive Director; Margarida Campolargo\, Project Director; Virginie Verstraete\, Communications\, Global Partnerships & Events Coordinator; Thimo Thoeye\, Tech Lead OASC; Martin Brynskov\, Founding Director and Standardisation Lead \n12:30 – 13:00 Q&A\, Closure: Karl-Filip Coenegrachts\, OASC Chair of the Governing Body and Executive Director \n\n\n\n\n			\n				REGISTER HERE
URL:https://oascities.org/event/oasc-summit-brussels-be-hybrid-13-june-2025/
CATEGORIES:Summit
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250610T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250610T103000
DTSTAMP:20250609T102717Z
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SUMMARY:RECI Webinar: MIMs – Enabling Digital Transformation in Smart Cities – Online\, 10 June 2025
DESCRIPTION:This session will provide an overview of interoperability efforts for Smart Cities\, including the updated MIMs framework\, the new MIM for Digital Twins\, and OASC work on Data Spaces.  \nWe will discuss how MIMs support local governments in achieving interoperability\, and the roadmap for future developments.  \nThe presentation will also cover lessons learned from implementing MIMs and how these mechanisms help cities to unlock the benefits of digital transformation. \nSpeaker \nThimo Thoeye is the Tech Lead at Open & Agile Smart Cities & Communities (OASC)\, a global network dedicated to fostering digital transformation and interoperability in the public sector. He has a long history in local government\, open data\, digital transformation and innovation. \nThe webinar will be in English. \n			\n				REGISTER HERE
URL:https://oascities.org/event/reci-webinar-mims-enabling-digital-transformation-in-smart-cities-online-10-june-2025/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250610
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250612
DTSTAMP:20250523T100838Z
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SUMMARY:The Role of Positive Energy Districts in City Transformation – Online\, 10-11 June 2025
DESCRIPTION:Cities around the world are taking their responsibilities to tackle the climate crisis seriously. Increasingly they are following a district-focused approach to enable solutions to be tailored to the specific characteristics of each local area.  \nWhile the International Energy Agency is promoting the term Positive Energy Districts (PEDs) and there is an extensive program of work under that name promoted by the European Commission\, there are many different ways that cities refer to the approach they are taking. \nThe workshop will feed into a Technology Report that the IEC System Committee Smart Cities is developing to describe the key characteristics of this approach so as to provide a common basis for cities to collaborate and learn from each other. In addition\, by raising the profile of this increasingly common approach by cities to tackle the climate crisis\, this will also alert specialist technical standards committees to the importance of this topic and support an ongoing collaborative approach to delivering the standards needed.  \nWe invite you to join us in fostering collaborative work on global standardization\, reflecting the experience and “first” lessons learned from existing projects. During the two days\, you will hear from PED projects from around the world and some key standards committees\, help identify the key characteristics of PEDs and use this to help develop a clear definition of the topic. You will also help us identify the key challenges cities face in implementing PEDs and what standards exist or could be developed to help. \nThe workshop will be of value to: \n\nParticipants in existing PED projects and those considering the development of such projects\nSolution providers that could provide products and services to help\nStandards development committees that are working in areas of relevance to PEDs\n\n			\n				FIND THE AGENDA AND REGISTRATION HERE
URL:https://oascities.org/event/the-role-of-positive-energy-districts-in-city-transformation-online-10-11-june-2025/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250603T094500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250603T120000
DTSTAMP:20250528T153912Z
CREATED:20250522T132615Z
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SUMMARY:Digital Twin Innovation Exchange by OASC & The Digital Twin Hub – London (GB)\, 3 June 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Digital Twin Hub is co-hosting an event with Open & Agile Smart Cities & Communities (OASC) to explore the ways in which digital twins are being designed and implemented across the European landscape\, and how Local Digital Twin toolboxes are being developed to equip places with the right resources and tools to foster new innovations. This session will also explore how cost-effective Minimal Interoperability Mechanisms developed by OASC\, as well as good standards\, can enable quick implementation\, creating shareable\, accessible and reusable data to connect digital solutions. \nCome join us at the Connected Places Catapult’s offices in London from 09:45 – 12:00 on Tuesday 3rd June. to learn more about the Minimal Interoperability Mechanisms and explore opportunities to collaborate across cities. \nAbout us: \nThe DT Hub (hosted by CPC) is a network for finding partners and collaborators. It is a place for learning and sharing experiences; for driving innovation\, developing expertise and advancing the state of the art for digital twins. It identifies good practice\, develops guidance and shapes standards on data sharing as well as showcasing the benefits of collaborative\, connected digital twin endeavours. \nOpen & Agile Smart Cities & Communities is a network that connects cities & communities worldwide to learn from each other and exchange digital\, data-driven solutions based on Minimal Interoperability Mechanisms (MIMs). We represent our members towards international institutions\, fora and standards developing organisations to ensure that their voice is heard when new standards come about. \nAgenda: \n09:45 – 10:15 Networking Breakfast \n10:15 – 10:30 Welcome and Opening Remarks from CPC and OASC \n10:30 – 11:00 Local Digital Twin Toolboxes – Presentation \n13:00 – 13:35 Panel Discussion on data sharing across UK and EU landscapes \n11:00 – 11:35 General discussion: Exploring opportunities for collaboration across UK and EU Ecosystems \n11:55 – 12:00 Wrap up and next steps \n			\n				REGISTER HERE
URL:https://oascities.org/event/digital-twin-innovation-exchange-by-oasc-the-digital-twin-hub-london-gb-3-june-2025/
LOCATION:London\, UK
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250529
DTSTAMP:20250324T150000Z
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SUMMARY:Imagine the Citiverse – Tampere (FI)\, 27–28 May 2025
DESCRIPTION:Event OverviewIMAGINE the Citiverse is a unique event that brings together city representatives\, companies\, startups\, andinvestors to tackle urban challenges with innovative solutions. It focuses on the digital transformation ofcities and how these changes will shape the future of urban living. This is your opportunity to engage withthe forefront of urban development and contribute to building smarter\, more sustainable cities. \nThe Citiverse Challenge: Nine Cities. Nine Urban Challenges. Four Key Themes.Are you developing a solution that can help cities tackle real–world challenges? The Citiverse Challenge isinviting startups\, scale–ups\, and companies to pitch their innovations at IMAGINE 2025 in Tampere\, Finland! \nInnovative companies will present their solutions directly to city leaders and an engaged audience\, tacklingcritical urban challenges through fresh\, bold ideas.The Challenge Cities are:• Aurora\, USA• Genoa\, Italy• Istanbul\, Turkey• Las Rozas\, Spain• London’s Thames Freeport\, UK• Phoenix\, USA• Roterdam\, Netherlands• Tampere\, Finland• Valencia\, SpainSelected innovators will pitch live in Tampere on 27–28 May 2025\, showcasing their solutions directly to cityleaders\, investors\, and industry experts.The City Challenges have four themes:• Mobility• Safety and Resilience• Citizen Engagement\, Democracy & Wellbeing• Sustainability\, Environment & BiodiversityDon’t Miss Out!Be part of the transformation and help shape the future of urban living. Register today and be at theforefront of the digital shift at IMAGINE the Citiverse! \n			\n				REGISTER HERE
URL:https://oascities.org/event/imagine-the-citiverse-tampere-fi-27-28-may-2025/
LOCATION:Tampere\, Finland
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250428T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250428T123000
DTSTAMP:20250409T122436Z
CREATED:20250409T122159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T122436Z
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SUMMARY:Apply AI Strategy - Technical Workshop on Environment and Sustainability – Online\, 28 April 2025
DESCRIPTION:An online workshop to investigate potential application areas of AI for Environment & Sustainability. Join the discussion! \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs part of the upcoming Apply AI Strategy\, the Commission is organising an online workshop to investigate potential application areas of AI for Environment & Sustainability. Application providers and end-users will join DG CNECT and DG ENV representatives to discuss AI applications and identify sector-specific challenges that might require action from the European Commission. \nThe outcomes of the workshop will be summarised in final sector-specific reports and will be combined with OECD or other reports to inform the state-of-play of AI adoption in the sector and serve as a basis for the high-level political meetings and for the further development of the Apply AI Strategy. \nObjective \nThe Apply AI Strategy aims to accelerate AI adoption and innovation and boost new industrial uses of AI\, and improve the delivery of public services\, while leveraging European-made AI solutions. \nSpecific Goals \n\nPresent and identify impactful AI use-cases for the environment & sustainability sector\nAnalyse their requirements for implementation and scalability\nAlign AI solutions with EU strategic priorities  \n\nParticipants will: \n\nProvide structured feedback on AI use-cases.\nDiscuss implementation bottlenecks\, such as data quality\, lack of infrastructure and talent gaps.\nPropose solutions\nBrainstorm and prepare their input for the public consultation on the AI strategy to be published on 25 April (date subject to change)\n\nWe look forward to welcoming you to the workshop. Registration will remain open until 25 April.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n			\n				REGISTER HERE
URL:https://oascities.org/event/apply-ai-strategy-technical-workshop-on-environment-and-sustainability-online-28-april-2025/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250404
DTSTAMP:20250306T163247Z
CREATED:20250306T142705Z
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SUMMARY:InCyber Forum – Lille (FR)\, 1–3 April 2025
DESCRIPTION:Lille Metropole is thrilled to invite you to the 17th edition of the InCyber Forum\, the biggest European Cyber-Security event of the year ! This year\, the theme is: “Beyond Zero trust – Trust for all”. \nCome join over 20\,000 participants from more than 100 different countries\, and meet more than 700 partners of the event. Solution providers\, companies and institutions\, universities and research centres\, and international organisations: all will be present! \nTo mark this occasion\, the Hauts-de-France Cyber Campus is putting together exciting thematic learning expeditions to help connect you with partners and enable you to get the most out of this event. A translator will be accompanying these visits to facilitate interactions. \nThe learning expedition takes approximately 1h30\, and the customisable itineary is the following: \n\nMeet one of the regional start-ups in the Hauts-de-France pavilion;\nMeet companies that are key players in the local and international cybersecurity ecosystem (Advens\, Hornetsecurity Vade\, Stormshield);\nMeet institutional players: the Hauts-de-France regional Computer Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT) and the National Agency for Information Systems Security (ANSSI).\n\nShould you wish to learn more about these visits\, or to personalise your experience\, you can get in touch with the regional Cyber Campus\, via Corentin Petrau. They will tailor your visit to make sure you get the most out of your visit ! \nDon’t hesitate to sign up to these interactive and inspiring learning expeditions – places are very limited ! \nPlease sign up to the event by sending an email to Corentin Petrau and Séverine Balin by March 24th. \n			\n				REGISTER HERE FOR THE FORUM
URL:https://oascities.org/event/incyber-forum-lille-fr-1-3-april-2025/
LOCATION:Lille\, France
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250325T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250325T113000
DTSTAMP:20250324T150929Z
CREATED:20250205T145117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T150929Z
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SUMMARY:Info Webinar on SPACE4Cities €2.87M Call for Tenders #3 – 25 March 2025\, Online
DESCRIPTION:“SPACE4Cities 2.87M€ Call for Tenders info webinar” series focuses on providing information on the upcoming Pre-Commercial Procurement process that aims to improve dynamic management of urban areas in European cities and increase cities’ overall resilience with the innovative use of European satellite data. Challenge themes of the SPACE4Cities Call for Tenders include sustainable mobility\, climate resilience and urban planning. \nInfo Webinar Agenda \n\nIntroduction to SPACE4Cities project and Pre-commercial Procurement process\nIntroduction to Challenge themes and open data sources\nCall for Tenders application process\nOverview of Call for Tenders documentation\nQ&A and discussion\n\nSPACE4Cities Call for Tenders opens on January 15th and lasts until April 9th 2025. The info webinars foster interactions between the project consortium and Suppliers and offer support for Suppliers to prepare their Tenders. Joining info webinars is not a requirement to participate in SPACE4Cities Call for Tenders\, but by joining\, Suppliers can interact with the project consortium\, anticipate procurers’ needs\, and to prepare for the tender submission \nTo learn more\, look up our resources for Suppliers\, such as recordings of previous Open Market Consultation webinars\, challenge descriptions\, open data sources and Q & A’s published on the website.  \n			\n				REGISTER HERE
URL:https://oascities.org/event/info-webinar-on-space4cities-e2-87m-call-for-tenders-3-25-march-2025-online/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250321
DTSTAMP:20250314T140925Z
CREATED:20250205T150326Z
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SUMMARY:EU Open Data Days – Luxembourg (LU)\, 19-20 March 2025
DESCRIPTION:The dynamic field of open data is changing the way in which we understand\, engage with\, and shape our world. From fostering transparency and fuelling research to triggering technological advances and informing policymakers\, the potential of open data is unlimited. \nThe Publications Office of the European Union is thrilled to announce the 2025 edition of EU Open Data Days\, scheduled for 19-20 March 2025 at the European Convention Centre in Luxembourg (ECCL) and online. \nThis event\, organised by the team at data.europa.eu\, the official portal for European data\, aims to promote the harnessing of open data’s power and will bring together data providers\, enthusiasts\, and re-users from Europe and beyond. \nWhether you’re part of the private sector working as a data publisher\, a data analyst\, or a public policymaker\, an academic\, or even just a passionate advocate for open data\, this event is for you \nWhat to expect \n\nSuccess stories & best practices: Hear first-hand experiences from the front lines of European data policy and the work involved in the compilation of high-value datasets\, discover insights on data reuse in business models and the new frontiers of AI.\nChallenges & solutions: Learn to navigate the challenges of open data\, with perspectives from publishers and users. \nVisualising impact: Explore how data visualisation is reshaping communication\, policymaking\, and citizen engagement. \nData literacy: Unlock the full potential of open data through skill-building and innovative initiatives. \n\nTogether\, let’s shape a future where data is not just open but optimally leveraged for an empowered society. \n			\n				REGISTER HERE
URL:https://oascities.org/event/eu-open-data-days-luxembourg-lu-19-20-march-2025/
LOCATION:Luxembourg\, Luxembourg\, Luxembourg\, Luxembourg
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250321
DTSTAMP:20241126T130715Z
CREATED:20240710T091318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T130715Z
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SUMMARY:Connected Places Summit – London (GB)\, 19–20 March 2025
DESCRIPTION:At Connected Places Catapult we connect people\, places and businesses for a future of sustainable growth and prosperity. \nTo deliver jobs and growth for regional economies multiple stakeholders need to work and innovate together; from every mode of transport to every type of building\, the infrastructure that underpins them\, and the data and digital platforms that connect them. \nJoin us for two days of interactive content\, live project showcases\, inspiring thought leadership and opportunities to connect with peers from technology\, transport\, mobility\, cities\, academia\, and Government. \nThe Connected Places Summit will harness the collective ingenuity\, innovation\, and collaboration of our community to innovate together – as for innovation to flourish you need to be connected. \n  \n			\n				VISIT THE WEBSITE
URL:https://oascities.org/event/connected-places-summit-19-20-march-2025/
LOCATION:London\, UK
CATEGORIES:Summit
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250314
DTSTAMP:20250131T151618Z
CREATED:20250131T150742Z
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SUMMARY:Smart City Exchange Forum 2025: Shaping Cities with Data\, AI & Smart Governance – Tallinn (EE)\, 13 March 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us on March 13\, 2025\, at the PROTO Invention Factory in Tallinn (or online) for the Smart City Exchange Forum 2025. \nExplore how data\, AI\, and smart governance frameworks are transforming urban environments into sustainable\, people-centered spaces. Network with municipal leaders\, researchers\, and tech providers\, and gain actionable insights into real-world strategies for shaping resilient cities. \nThe day will be moderated by Silver Tambur\, experienced journalist and currently the Chief Editor of Trialoog portal at Tallinn University of Technology. \nThe event will be hosted in English. \nWhy attend?The Smart City Exchange Forum is a must-attend event for anyone passionate about urban transformation. Learn from data\, AI and smart governance experts\, focus on real-world cases\, and build valuable connections with leaders in research\, governance\, and technology. \nWith insights tailored to municipal leaders and urban developers\, this forum will help you tackle today’s challenges with practical strategies for tomorrow. \nWhat to expect?There is often a gap between smart governance theory and its practical implementation. At this forum\, we aim to bridge that divide by exploring how data\, AI\, and practical governance frameworks can drive resilient\, people-centered urban transformation. \nKey highlights include: \n\nExploring partnerships and multi-stakeholder collaborations to balance competing urban interests.\nPanels on governing emerging urban technologies and leveraging new regulations for innovation.\nActionable lessons from researchers and city leaders to inspire smarter\, more connected cities.\n\nHow to attend?Onsite: Engage directly with speakers and make the most of networking opportunities with other participants in Tallinn\, at wonderful PROTO Invention Factory. \nOnline: Join virtually and enjoy convenient access to all sessions\, especially suited for international attendees. A link will be sent to registered online participants a few days before the Forum. \n			\n				REGISTER HERE
URL:https://oascities.org/event/smart-city-exchange-forum-2025-shaping-cities-with-data-ai-smart-governance-tallinn-ee-13-march-2025/
LOCATION:Tallinn\, Estonia
CATEGORIES:Forum
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250311
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250313
DTSTAMP:20250205T145939Z
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SUMMARY:Data Spaces Symposium – Warsaw (PL)\, 11-12 March 2025
DESCRIPTION:Share data. Unlock value. Boost impact. \nThe Data Spaces Symposium is the premier global event dedicated to the future of data spaces\, bringing together the brightest minds\, leading innovators\, and pioneering organizations to shape a connected\, data-driven world.  \nAfter the incredible success of the 2023 Symposium in The Hague and the 2024 Symposium in Frankfurt\, the Data Spaces Support Centre and the Data Spaces Business Alliance are proud to host the 2025 edition in Warsaw\, which will take place — embedded in the Polish ICT Week right after the FGTIME Economic Forum — on 11–12 March. This year\, we are taking things to the next level with cutting-edge insights\, market-ready solutions\, and transformative discussions that will redefine how we create and operate data spaces across industries and continents. \nWhat awaits you? \n1. Unparalleled networking opportunities \nMeet and connect with thought leaders\, industry experts\, policymakers\, researchers\, and innovators from around the globe. Share ideas\, foster collaborations\, and build partnerships that will shape the future of data spaces. \n2. Inspiring keynotes and panels \nGain exclusive insights from visionary speakers and panelists at the forefront of data innovation. Learn how data spaces are fueling AI\, unlocking economic value\, and driving societal impact across sectors such as healthcare\, manufacturing\, mobility\, and more. \n3. Hands-on market-ready use cases \nExplore real-world examples of data spaces in action. See how organizations are successfully implementing interoperable solutions to address complex challenges and create new opportunities. \n4. Cutting-edge technology demonstrations \nExperience the latest technologies and solutions driving the development and adoption of data spaces. Discover how standardization and interoperability are enabling seamless connections across systems\, industries\, and borders. \n5. A global perspective \nData spaces are a global movement. Learn how these innovations are being adopted across continents to foster collaboration\, connect economies\, and bridge gaps in digital transformation. \nWhy attend? \nThe Data Spaces Symposium is your opportunity to: \n\nAccelerate innovation by leveraging the power of shared data. \n\n\nEnhance business outcomes with actionable strategies and tools. \n\n\nConnect with the global community to drive change and make a difference. \n\n\nStay ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. \n\nWhether you’re an executive\, data scientist\, policymaker\, researcher\, or entrepreneur\, the Symposium offers something for everyone. Together\, we’ll explore how to create value\, build trust\, and unlock the true potential of data spaces. \n			\n				MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION
URL:https://oascities.org/event/data-spaces-symposium-warsaw-pl-11-12-march-2025/
LOCATION:Warsaw\, Poland\, Warsaw\, Poland
CATEGORIES:Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250226T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250226T113000
DTSTAMP:20250205T144624Z
CREATED:20250205T144425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T144624Z
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SUMMARY:Info Webinar on SPACE4Cities €2.87M Call for Tenders #2 – 26 February 2025\, Online
DESCRIPTION:“SPACE4Cities 2.87M€ Call for Tenders info webinar” series focuses on providing information on the upcoming Pre-Commercial Procurement process that aims to improve dynamic management of urban areas in European cities and increase cities’ overall resilience with the innovative use of European satellite data. Challenge themes of the SPACE4Cities Call for Tenders include sustainable mobility\, climate resilience and urban planning. \nInfo Webinar Agenda \n\nIntroduction to SPACE4Cities project and Pre-commercial Procurement process\nIntroduction to Challenge themes and open data sources\nCall for Tenders application process\nOverview of Call for Tenders documentation\nQ&A and discussion\n\nSPACE4Cities Call for Tenders opens on January 15th and lasts until April 9th 2025. The info webinars foster interactions between the project consortium and Suppliers and offer support for Suppliers to prepare their Tenders. Joining info webinars is not a requirement to participate in SPACE4Cities Call for Tenders\, but by joining\, Suppliers can interact with the project consortium\, anticipate procurers’ needs\, and to prepare for the tender submission \nTo learn more\, look up our resources for Suppliers\, such as recordings of previous Open Market Consultation webinars\, challenge descriptions\, open data sources and Q & A’s published on the website.  \n			\n				REGISTER HERE
URL:https://oascities.org/event/info-webinar-on-space4cities-e2-87m-call-for-tenders-2-26-february-2025-online/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250204T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250204T173000
DTSTAMP:20250131T150442Z
CREATED:20250107T122612Z
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SUMMARY:Facilitating the access of innovative start-ups and SMEs to the public procurement market – Amsterdam (NL)\, 4 February 2025
DESCRIPTION:The acquisition of innovation by public administrations does not only improve the services offered to citizens\, but also provides business opportunities to local entrepreneurs.However\, small companies face overcoming challenges trying to access the public procurement market. Several barriers make it difficult for them to participate in and win tenders. Easier access to public procurement markets can help start-ups and SMEs find new opportunities and grow. \nWith the Adra-e project\, we are hosting a workshop addressing the main challenges that AI\, Data and Robotics small companies face in procurement processes. By bringing together experts from local administrations\, networks of cities and communities\, testing and experimentations facilities and specialists in Pre-commercial Procurement\, the workshop aims to: \n\nPromote demand-driven co-creation of innovative solutions for the benefit of local public services\, start-ups\, SMEs and citizens\nRaise awareness on the advantages of the collaboration between public organisations and local innovators to accelerate the adoption of innovation by the public sector\nExplore the potential of the instruments supported by the European Commission to attract innovative start-ups and SMEs to the procurement market\nAnalyse the processes required at the local level to facilitate interoperability\nStimulate knowledge sharing\, collaboration and emergence of new ideas among participants\n\n			\n				REGISTER HERE
URL:https://oascities.org/event/facilitating-the-access-of-innovative-start-ups-and-smes-to-the-public-procurement-market-amsterdam-nl-4-february-2025/
LOCATION:Amsterdam\, Netherlands
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250124
DTSTAMP:20241126T130646Z
CREATED:20240710T091940Z
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SUMMARY:OASC Conference – Tampere (FI)\, 22–23 January 2025
DESCRIPTION:AI can play a pivotal role in addressing various challenges that cities and communities face today. \nTogether with the City of Tampere in Finland\, we invite you to the OASC Artificial Intelligence for Smarter Communities? conference in January 2025. This conference dives into how AI can help create smarter\, more sustainable and resilient local & regional environments and highlights current AI developments in Tampere\, the new deputy coordinator of the OASC Council of Cities. \nThe Artificial Intelligence for Smarter Communities? conference is organised in Tampere\, one of the forerunners in the digital transformation. As digital innovations continue to reshape urban environments\, enormous opportunities and various challenges arise. The city of Tampere collaborates in extensive international networks with a human-centric perspective toward a city where smart technologies and AI will increasingly enable seamless interaction between the physical and virtual worlds\, adding value to citizens’ everyday lives. Tampere is collaborating closely together with businesses\, research organisations\, communities and the members of the OASC network. Such partnerships underline the importance of inclusive\, progressive and technology-driven urban development. \nArtificial intelligence\, alongside other emerging technologies\, has the potential to greatly enhance city planning and digital services. However\, this progress comes with its own set of challenges\, including questions around sustainability\, ethics and the allocation of limited resources. These complexities make AI a key theme of this year’s conference. We invite you to join us in Tampere for this forward-looking event\, where together we can shape the cities of tomorrow. \nJoin us at the Artificial Intelligence for Smarter Communities? conference\, where thought leaders and innovators collaborate to advance cutting-edge solutions for local & regional digital transformation. In the conference\, we will look into how regional and local authorities work with technology companies\, research institutions\, citizens and key stakeholders to advance the ethical use of AI and emerging technologies. \nThe first Conference day is the community day\, where we listen to your use cases of AI\, its successes and challenges. The second day brings the insights of additional experts in the field of AI. They will engage in foresight sessions with you and host deep-dives to show you the ins and outs of current and future AI projects\, the AI Act\, procurement\, AI ethics and more. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation shaping the smart cities of the future! \n			\n				CONFERENCE PAGE
URL:https://oascities.org/event/oasc-conference-22-23-january-2025/
LOCATION:Tampere\, Finland
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250115T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250115T123000
DTSTAMP:20241126T130548Z
CREATED:20241126T130224Z
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SUMMARY:BDTI Pilot Showcase: Presenting data-driven solutions in action – 15 December 2024
DESCRIPTION:This showcase will feature presentations from project managers who have leveraged the Big Data Test Infrastructure (BDTI) to tackle key challenges and deliver impactful results. Attendees will gain insights into how data solutions are transforming public administration\, from improving efficiencies to enhancing decision-making processes. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to learn about pioneering approaches\, engage with experts\, and explore the potential of data-driven innovation in the public sector.  \nWhat you’ll get from this event \n\nLearn directly from project managers about how data solutions and the Big Data Test Infrastructure (BDTI) are being utilised to tackle significant challenges in the public sector.\nDiscover practical applications of data technology in projects for the public good\, with real-world outcomes\, lessons learned\, and tangible benefits highlighted.\nGain valuable insights into the challenges faced and best practices identified during the pilot projects\, which you can apply to your own data initiatives. \n\nThis event is perfect for professionals looking to deepen their understanding of data-driven projects and explore how big data can help drive efficiencies and smarter decision-making in public administration. \n			\n				REGISTER HERE
URL:https://oascities.org/event/bdti-pilot-showcase-presenting-data-driven-solutions-in-action-15-december-2024/
CATEGORIES:Showcase
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250114T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250114T133000
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SUMMARY:OASC Knowledge Exchange on Open Data Value Creation
DESCRIPTION:About OASC Knowledge Exchange \nKnowledge exchange events are aimed at all members of the OASC community. They provide a peer-to-peer learning opportunity by exchanging successful use cases and best practices on various relevant digitisation topics. \nThe events are moderated online roundtable discussions that bring together practitioners across our entire network to share their experiences on specific digitisation topics. They also offer opportunities to ask questions and obtain advice to help you on your journey. \nWhether you are a thought leader and front-runner or just curious about how to put things into practice in your community\, the OASC knowledge exchange allows you to share your knowledge with others\, obtain feedback or learn from your peers. \nAbout the eventOur second knowledge exchange will focus on open data value creation. \nThe sharing and use of open data have become integral to a city’s data strategy over the past decade. Driven initially by regulatory compliance to open up certain data sets\, cities are increasingly operating open data platforms where they are curating and making a growing number of data sets available related to their municipalities. Data may come from internal data sources and public sector partners such as local transportation service providers\, emergency services and law enforcement. \nWhile the availability of open data generally increases\, the same cannot be said for its utility. Some data sets are more often used or valuable than others. This can be due to different reasons\, such as the level of interest of internal and external stakeholders in particular data or the value potential of such data to contribute to novel insights or services in response to market needs. It can also be down to data quality and how regularly up-to-date data is made available. Publishing data on its own is often not sufficient but requires a city to employ suitable engagement strategies to promote the use of such data. \nThis session will look at practical examples from three cities in our OASC network –  namely Aarhus (Denmark)\, Ghent (Belgium) and Södertälje (Sweden) – which have significant experiences creating a thriving open data ecosystem. The cities will discuss case studies and strategies for successfully leveraging data to create value for their communities. Questions to be explored include the following:  \n\nWhat are the vital data sets/sources and high-value applications?\n\n \n\nWhich ones are likely replicable across cities elsewhere or relatively unique to a city/region?\n\n\n \n\nWhat are lessons learnt about how to engage an ecosystem of third parties to create value or encourage third parties to contribute data to benefit the city?\n\n\n \n\nWhat are the failures and pitfalls when working with open data? What looked to be a good idea but turned out to be a bad one\, and why or what to avoid doing when working with open data use cases?\n\n\n \n\nBeyond open data- use cases where shared data is more appropriate to create value than just open data\n\nThe detailed agenda for the session is presented below. \n\n“Welcome\, and introductions to the topic and panel speakers”\, Alex Gluhak\, OASC – 10mins\nDigital Twin Case studies – 1 hr– Case Study 1 – Bo Fristed\, City of Aarhus – 15 mins– Case Study 2 – Andreas Sundberg\, City of Södertälje – 15 mins– Case Study 3 – Thimo Thoeye\, City of Ghent– 15 mins\nRound table discussion\, moderated by Alex Gluhak\, OASC (30 mins)\nWrap-up (5 mins)\n\n\n			\n				REGISTER HERE
URL:https://oascities.org/event/oasc-knowledge-exchange-on-open-data-value-creation/
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SUMMARY:Showcasing innovation panel discussion: EU public administrations' data-driven use cases – 12 December 2024
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful panel discussion on the innovative use cases of data-driven solutions by public administrations across the European Union. This event will highlight examples of data analytics use cases from national\, regional and local governments across the European Union\, focusing on leveraging open data.   \nThese use cases aim to illustrate how data-driven insights\, powered by open data\, can equip governments with the ability to respond quickly to challenges\, improve efficiency\, foster transparency\, and create more effective policies to benefit their citizens.  \nBy reviewing these examples\, public administrations at national\, regional\, and local levels are expected to be inspired to design and implement their own data-driven approaches leveraging the BDTI service offerings.    \nWhat you’ll get from this webinar  \n\nDiverse use cases:  Dive into some diverse use cases of how data can be leveraged to address pressing challenges in public administrations\, from environmental sustainability and transport to urban planning and forestry. \nReal-world applications:  Hear more about how some of the use cases in the inventory were applied in real-world scenarios. \nInspiration for your projects:  Get inspired to harness the power of big data and think about how to use the BDTI platform for your data-driven projects. \nActionable insights:  Learn how to improve decision-making\, resource allocation\, and service delivery through data-driven projects. \n\nWho should join  \nThis webinar is ideal for professionals in public administration and anyone interested in seeing how data can be harnessed to tackle real-life challenges those public administrations face. \n			\n				REGISTER HERE
URL:https://oascities.org/event/showcasing-innovation-panel-discussion-eu-public-administrations-data-driven-use-cases-12-december-2024/
CATEGORIES:Panel Discussion
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SUMMARY:Natural Language Processing & Data Visualisation: Enhancing Citizen Participation – 11 December 2024
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will explore the fundamentals of Natural Language Processing (NLP) and data visualisation. We will focus on extracting insights from large-scale surveys that use free-form answers in part of their questions (answer boxes where you can type in anything). Participants will learn how to perform basic NLP tasks (like sentimental analysis of text) and data visualisation of text responses and survey answers. \nAll the tools used during these workshops are available for free to EU public administrations through the BDTI platform. You can learn how to apply for BDTI here. \nThe data we will use consists of responses from the city of Vantaa’s annual participation surveys conducted in 2020\, 2021 and 2022. These surveys try to measure the satisfaction\, involvement and influence of citizens in local governance (among other things). You will learn how to use tools available on the BDTI platform to extract and visualise some insights from these responses. \nWhat You’ll Get from This Workshop: \n\nAn understanding of using NLP in translating texts and analysing sentences.\nHands-on experience in analysing survey responses in bulk.\nSkills in managing data storage and processing using Apache Superset\, MongoDB and Jupyter Notebooks.\nA foundational understanding of data visualisation techniques and tools. \n\nWho Should Join?  \nThis workshop is ideal for professionals in market research\, social sciences\, public policy\, and data analysis\, as well as anyone interested in extracting insights from surveys using data visualisation and natural language processing (NLP). It is designed for beginners and does not require prior experience in survey analysis or advanced analytics. Participants looking to apply data-driven techniques to understand survey results better and uncover actionable insights will find this workshop particularly valuable. \n			\n				REGISTER HERE
URL:https://oascities.org/event/natural-language-processing-data-visualisation-enhancing-citizen-participation-11-december-2024/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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