Center for Knowledge

Beyond the public health implications of the COVID-19 crisis, the long-term social and economic effects remain uncertain. The population is likely to face varied and fast-changing social needs, so we’re helping governments respond by leveraging the collective intelligence of citizens.

Hate speech and other social issues don’t easily translate into hard numbers. But without data, it’s extremely difficult for institutions to develop programs and gain support from governing bodies.

The year 2030 has a lot to live up to. It’s the appointed year for member states to meet the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as defined in its agenda. Effectively implementing these objectives is no easy feat, and 2030 will be upon us before we know it.

The travel industry is constantly transforming. As technology develops, innovations revolutionize and automate almost every process, from booking a flight to choosing a restaurant. Now, the latest artificial intelligence promises to make tourism even more efficient through new services, like customer service bots and personalized recommendation devices.

According to Fraunhofer FOKUS, an information and communications technology (ICT) research firm, “the public transportation system is the lifeline of a smart city.” As cities implement congestion charges and other deterrents to driving, citizens increasingly recognize the value of sharing public transportation resources. Public mobility is at the heart of urban life.

Approximately three-fifths of chief executives believe public image accounts for at least 40% of their company’s value. According to Forbes, “Companies must treat their brand reputational value like any other asset.” In other words, a brand’s reputation strongly affects its ability to do business.

Events in Catalonia, including the October 1, 2017 independence referendum, divided opinions. We used machine learning to compare Twitter responses in Barcelona and Madrid, highlighting key differences and what unites both cities.