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Christina Yan Zhang

CEO | The Metaverse Institute London, United Kingdom

Biography

Christina is a visionary tech leader who has sat on 20+ committees for UNESCO, World Bank, Commonwealth, EU on innovation. She is ITU Co-Chair on CitiVerse, creating UN roadmap on citizen-centred cities. She sits on Advisory Council of Centre for Science Futures at International Science Council, with a UN mandate to advise on AI.

Sessions

12:35h

Dialogue | SMART CITY EXPO

UN CitiVerse Initiative-AI powered Citizen-centred Future Smart Cities

Patrycja Sasnal University of California Visiting Professor Chair

Christina Yan Zhang The Metaverse Institute CEO Speaker

05-11-2024 12:35 05-11-2024 12:55 Europe/Madrid UN CitiVerse Initiative-AI powered Citizen-centred Future Smart Cities

Dive into the UN CitiVerse Initiative, where cutting-edge technologies like AI, digital twins, and quantum computing converge to create an urban living environment that truly responds to citizens’ needs and aspirations. Learn how cities around the world are already harnessing technologies to make everyday life smarter, greener, and more connected, and shaping a future where the diverse needs of our communities are best supported.

Hall 3 | Congress: Red Room

Tue 5 12:35h - 12:55h Hall 3 | Congress: Red Room Full Congress Pass

13:30h

In Focus | TOMORROW.BUILDING

Tech-Forward Construction Shaping the Future of Building

Yelda Gin London South Bank University Lecturer in Architectural Technology and Digital Construction Chair

Loretxu Garcia Arraztoa Nido Biotech Founder Speaker

Christina Yan Zhang The Metaverse Institute CEO Speaker

Arthur Montillet Dassault Systèmes Industry Sales Strategy Director – Architecture, Engineering, Construction Speaker

Shri Sanjeet IRAS Joint Secretary and Financial Advisor, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs Speaker

Greg Demchak Bentley Systems VP Emerging Technologies Speaker

#Building Automation, #Innovative Building Technology, #Modular Construction

05-11-2024 13:30 05-11-2024 14:15 Europe/Madrid Tech-Forward Construction Shaping the Future of Building

How are advancements in construction techniques reshaping the built environment? The path to resilient and eco-friendly urban development lies in smart construction. This session will explore the pivotal role of new construction methods and mindsets in achieving sustainable, efficient, and resilient cities. It will delve into innovative approaches to new technologies in building techniques, and design innovations contributing to the urban centers of the future.

This session will feature the participation of our global partners Dassault Systèmes and Bentley Systems.

Hall 3 | Congress: Tomorrow.Building Room

Tue 5 13:30h - 14:15h Hall 3 | Congress: Tomorrow.Building Room Tomorrow.Building & Full Congress passes

09:55h

Keynote Session | SMART CITY EXPO

Elevating Urban Living: Engaging Communities and Integrating Services for a Net Positive Smart City

Christina Yan Zhang The Metaverse Institute CEO Master of Ceremonies

Mohammed Al Sultan Saudi Aramco VP Community Services Speaker

06-11-2024 09:55 06-11-2024 10:15 Europe/Madrid Elevating Urban Living: Engaging Communities and Integrating Services for a Net Positive Smart City

Integrating services and fostering community engagement can transform urban spaces into sustainable, thriving environments. Empowered communities can create net-positive smart cities by addressing challenges like population growth and resource scarcity. Strong engagement allows residents to shape their cities, boosting ownership and belonging. Case studies show that collaboration and service integration improve operations, quality of life, and environmental contributions, offering valuable insights for urban development.

This session will feature the participation of our global partners Saudi Aramco

Hall 3 | Congress: Auditorium

Wed 6 09:55h - 10:15h Hall 3 | Congress: Auditorium Full Congress Pass

11:30h

Thematic keynote | SMART CITY EXPO

How Cities are Digitally Transforming: Preliminary Findings from 2024 Smart Cities Index Report

Christina Yan Zhang The Metaverse Institute CEO Chair

Jung Hoon Lee Seoul Metropolitan Gov. and Yonsei University Professor and Project Manager Speaker

#Accountability, #Artificial Intelligence, #Data Protection

07-11-2024 11:30 07-11-2024 11:50 Europe/Madrid How Cities are Digitally Transforming: Preliminary Findings from 2024 Smart Cities Index Report

This keynote presentation highlights how different municipalities are moving towards building sovereign urban intelligence (AI) through the 4th edition of smart city index report published bi-annually. The report is perhaps the only comparative study launched and maintained by a neutral institution to foresee how AI impacts on current smart city practices and future perspectives. The report also added other perspectives to support AI transformation. The longitudinal view since 2017, based on a temporary series of bench-marking data, will provide invaluable insights based on the analysis of 50 cities around the globe.

Hall 3 | Congress: Red Room

Thu 7 11:30h - 11:50h Hall 3 | Congress: Red Room Full Congress Pass

11:50h

Thematic keynote | SMART CITY EXPO

Enabling Technologies to Enhance Quality of Life in Hail City

Christina Yan Zhang The Metaverse Institute CEO Chair

Abdulkarim Alshudokhi Hail Municipality Director General of Strategy and Performance Indicators Speaker

Saud Fahad Al Ali Media and National Communication Vice Mayor Speaker

#City Platforms, #Connectivity, #Urban Tech

07-11-2024 11:50 07-11-2024 12:10 Europe/Madrid Enabling Technologies to Enhance Quality of Life in Hail City

This session will feature the participation of our global partner Hail Municipality

Hall 3 | Congress: Red Room

Thu 7 11:50h - 12:10h Hall 3 | Congress: Red Room Full Congress Pass