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Open-source tool offers new approach to urban data collection

Original: Rethinking smart cities: An open-source tool for urban data collection

Researchers have introduced an open-source tool designed to change how cities collect urban data, moving away from proprietary systems toward publicly accessible technology. The tool is presented as a way to make smart city projects more transparent, affordable and adaptable. The announcement highlights growing debate over who controls city data and how open technology could reshape urban planning.

Why now: Debate over data ownership and transparency in smart city projects is drawing attention to open-source alternatives.

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