National University of Political Studies and Public Administration
Current Issue
Vol. 9 No. 2 (2025)
The current issue of the Smart Cities and Regional Development Journal (Vol. 9, No. 2, 2025) brings together a series of interdisciplinary studies exploring the impact of emerging technologies on smart city development and sustainable regional growth. Key topics include the use of AI in digital out-of-home advertising, analyzed through the lens of campaign efficiency and personalization, as well as algorithmic collusion in the smart economy, highlighting associated legal challenges. Additionally, the issue presents studies on the social, economic, and environmental benefits of 15-minute cities, illustrating sustainable urban development models. Other contributions address participatory governance in smart cities, sustainability in relation to urban marketing, and the collective use of intelligence for security and surveillance purposes. Lastly, this edition includes an investigation into CO2 emissions accounting in the public sector and new IPSAS standards, emphasizing the challenges and opportunities for public administrations. Overall, this issue provides a comprehensive perspective on the interaction between technology, public policy, and sustainable urban development.
Published:
2025-03-17
