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METACITIES at IEEE Virtual Conference on Communications: Exploring 6G for Connected Smart Cities in the Metaverse Age
We’re excited to share that METACITIES endorsed a Panel on 6G for Connected Smart Cities in the Metaverse Age at the IEEE Virtual Conference on Communications, which took place on December 5, 2024.
Albena Mihovska, SmartAvatar, organized the panel. Our partners Marios Nicolaou from p-NET Emerging Networks & Vertical Applications and Mahbubul Alam from SmartAvatar B.V., participated in the panel and discussed how 6G technology will transform smart cities and bridge the physical and digital worlds.
The conversation covered topics like:
- Smarter IoT connectivity for urban infrastructure
- High-speed networks for metaverse experiences
- Privacy, AI, and ethical challenges in hyper-connected cities
The panel, endorsed by one6G, Euromersive, and METACITIES, offered a glimpse into the future of urban living and digital innovation.
METACITIES contributed valuable insights on the transformative potential of 6G for smart cities, showcasing its focus on enabling efficient, sustainable, and immersive urban living in the metaverse era.