Working paper 3: How big data are changing the cities

BOLD Cities working paper - Ersoy - How big data are changing the cities

Abstract

In this opinion piece, originally published on Domus 1040, Dr Aksel Ersoy (Delft University of Technology) states that big data may indeed come with the promise of new sustainability and mobility standards in the urban sphere, but there is a risk of it deploying subtle persuasion and governance technologies.

About the author

Dr Aksel Ersoy works as an assistant professor in Urban Development Management at Delft University of Technology. His research interests include the governmentality of the future cities, urban infrastructure and circularity.