In our second episode of our IMAGINE the Citiverse special series, we feature Roland van der Heijden, Programme Manager of the Rotterdam Cityverse, and Alfredo Viglienzoni, ICT expert for the Municipality of Genova.

The discussion explores the role of digital transformation in shaping the cities of the future, focusing on resilience, citizen engagement, and digital inclusion. Roland shares insights on Rotterdam’s efforts to develop a citywide digital infrastructure and the challenges of integrating digital and physical urban spaces. Alfredo highlights Genova’s progress in digitisation, particularly in ensuring accessibility for all citizens, including the elderly and vulnerable populations. The conversation delves into the evolving concept of the “Citiverse” and how technology can enhance urban life while maintaining human-centred values.

Don't miss this exciting lead-up to the IMAGINE 2025 event in Tampere, Finland, where cities and innovators will collaborate to shape the Citiverse!

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- Youtube
- Overcast

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