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    “A big city is one that makes us feel big” – how digitalisation can change our perception of smaller cities

    The ‘IoTXchange’ URBACT ‘project that just kicked off this October in the Portuguese small city of Fundão - better known until now by its cherry trees - grouping other small cities across the theme of ‘Internet of Things for Urban Development’, has got us all thinking about what it really takes to be a ‘big’ city.

    Eurico Neves

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  • High tech Aveiro’s new Citizen Card makes life easier

    When a high tech town simplifies citizens’ access to public services thanks to the Card4All network.

    Amy Labarrière

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  • Gothenburg’s new app for education

    Could a digital tool change the school system and prevent drop out by educating students and teachers?

    Amy Labarrière

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