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In this final chapter, the problems posed by smart development are considered from an ethical perspective. Here, the business model and entrepreneurial smart growth are examined for implications to unchecked development based on artificial intelligence (AI) as being centrally-controlled by computer technicians and corporations. Caveats are presented for consideration of potential developments stemming from information technology or IT corporations and their involvement in the expansion of robotics, including those directly involved in smart cities.
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Thornbush, M.J., Golubchikov, O. (2020). Conclusion. In: Sustainable Urbanism in Digital Transitions. SpringerBriefs in Geography. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-25947-1_6
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