Infrastructure & Strategic Innovation Chat

Dentons Infrastructure & Strategic Innovation Chat is a podcast that aims to help cities, communities, and stakeholders modernize digital, physical and social infrastructure to take advantage of technological developments that enable the integration of essential services. We share stories on the latest technologies and smart city development from industry professionals and legal thought leaders. What makes a community ‘smart’? Why is everyone obsessed with data? How do municipalities integrate 5G infrastructure into their urban design, and how do carriers ensure that local concerns are addressed? From a socio-economic standpoint, what does the future hold for smart cities? Learn about all these topics and more.

Infrastructure & Strategic Innovation Chat is a business podcast hosted by Dentons, with 28 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Dentons hosts Infrastructure & Strategic Innovation Chat, a business show with 28 episodes published.

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  Episode #28

  Redefining “Smart” in an Age of AI, Connected Systems & Data, panel at the Smart Cities Expo World Congress in Barcelona

  Dec 15, 202541 minS0

  <p>In this episode, Kat Sliwa, Partner in Toronto and leader of the Dentons Municipal Planning, Land Use and Development Law group, moderates a dynamic discussion from the Smart Cities Expo World Congress in Barcelona with Todd Daubert, Partner in Washington, DC and head of the Dentons US Technology Privacy & Cybersecurity team. The panel also features:</p>Taj Forer — Chief Product Officer, H&S Ventures and LitehouseMegan Higgins — Partner and Data Intelligence Leader, PwC UKJacqueline Lu — CEO and Founder, Helpful Places, and Urbanist-in-Residence at the School of Cities at the University of Toronto<br/><p>Together, they explore how the concep...

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  Episode #27

  The Basque’s Intelligent Gem

  Dec 12, 202530 minS0

  <p>Dentons is proud to share this special episode in partnership with the Intelligent Community Forum. Lou Zacharilla, ICF co-founder, speaks with Iñaki Gaztelu, the new Director of Modernization for the City of Bilbao, about the city’s remarkable journey from post-industrial decline to international recognition as a model smart city.</p><p>They explore how Bilbao’s digital modernization initiatives and deep citizen engagement have driven sustainable human-centered urban transformation and discuss the strategies that will guide the city’s next chapter. This episode offers valuable insights for anyone interested in creating inclusive connected and technologically empowered communities.</p>

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  Episode #27

  Redefining “Smart” in an Age of AI, Connected Systems & Data, panel at the Smart Cities Expo World Congress in Barcelona

  Dec 8, 202530 minS0

  <p>In this episode, Katarzyna Sliwa, Partner in Toronto and lead of Dentons’ Municipal Planning, Land Use and Development Law group, moderates a dynamic discussion from the Smart Cities Expo World Congress in Barcelona with Todd Daubert, Partner and Head of Dentons’ US Technology Privacy & Cybersecurity team. The panel also includes:</p>Taj Forer — Chief Product Officer, H&S Ventures and LitehouseMegan Higgins — Partner and Data Intelligence Leader, PwC UKJacqueline Lu — CEO and Founder, Helpful Places, and Urbanist-in-Residence at the School of Cities at the University of Toronto<br/><p>Together, they explore how the concept of a “smart city” has evolved fr...

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  Episode #26

  Exploring the Advantages of Private Smart Cities and the Path to Efficient Urban Innovation

  Nov 7, 202422 minS0

  <p>In this episode, Todd Daubert dives into the concept of "private smart cities" and how they’re transforming urban spaces through technology. Unlike traditional smart cities, which rely on multi-departmental coordination, private smart cities benefit from centralized decision-making, allowing a single network to support everything from security to public transit. This streamlined approach cuts costs, boosts efficiency, and enhances access to services like Wi-Fi, education, and healthcare. Todd discusses how these cities could set new standards for innovation and social equity, showcasing the potential for tech-driven solutions to address urban challenges in powerful ways.</p>

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  Episode #25

  Smart cities & data insights: How universities shape the future of urban planning

  Nov 5, 202430 minS0

  <p>Explore the pivotal role of universities as key partners in building smarter, more sustainable cities. This episode dives into how universities provide critical research capacity, acting as community anchors and supporting municipalities with innovative solutions like housing accelerators. We’ll discuss the benefits of university-municipality partnerships, from data-driven insights to transformative urban planning, as well as the unique challenges these collaborations face. Featuring real-world examples, such as C4C’s work with the Municipality of Lakeshore, this episode uncovers how these partnerships are shaping the cities of tomorrow.</p>

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