We are living through the fifth industrial revolution. A time when converging technologies, artificial intelligence, and hyperconnectivity are once again reshaping our world. How will these forces transform our cities? This is the issue Dr. Jonathan Reichental, former CIO of Palo Alto, will explore in his Masters & Robots keynote.
How the Cognitive Revolution will Transform Cities?
The cognitive revolution, Industry 5.0, or the fifth industrial revolution. Whatever you call it, the process is already underway and changing our lives year by year. At its core are AI, advanced automation, and robotics. And its impact is everywhere – including on cities, which are expanding at an unprecedented scale. Soon, managing such vast urban ecosystems will become impossible without the support of advanced technologies.
In the face of these shifts, the greatest risks are passive leadership and the absence of clear strategic planning. City authorities must rethink their visions and planning strategies in a world where intelligent machines are becoming the norm. How should they approach this challenge? How can the transition be made as smooth as possible? And how can leaders strike the right balance between strategy and experimentation?
These are the issues Dr. Jonathan Reichental will explore during the ninth edition of Masters & Robots. His keynote speech will be one of the highlights of the second day of the conference. Join us on 22nd October at Multikino Złote Tarasy in Warsaw.
Dr. Reichental’s session is part of the New Technologies track, powered by the Centralny Ośrodek Informatyki, Mastercard, and Cashless Poland.
Masters & Robots 2025. Who is Dr. Jonathan Reichental?
Dr. Jonathan Reichental is one of the world’s leading experts in digital transformation and smart city development, as well as a recognised author and academic lecturer. As the former Chief Information Officer of Palo Alto, he played a key role in establishing the city as one of the most innovative digital hubs in the US.
Today, as founder of Human Future, he advises institutions across the globe. He is also the author of “Smart Cities for Dummies” and “Data Governance for Dummies”, both widely regarded as essential references in the debate on the future of cities.
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