Talk of the town : Hong Kong Smart City
【明報專訊】The government has been developing Hong Kong as a smart city by introducing AI and big data technologies in the provision of public services. An AI chatbot "Bonny" was launched in 2019 to facilitate the public's search for more than 3300 government forms and e-Government services. Besides, a Traffic Data Analytics System has been used by the Transport Department to more accurately assess traffic conditions, enhancing traffic management and improving efficiency.
To introduce AI to students, Education Bureau will launch the Module on AI in phases for Junior Secondary Level in the first half of this year for schools to adopt before the 2024-25 academic year.
In fact, governments across the world have been utilizing AI technology in order to provide better public services and improve efficiency. For example, in a Chinese city, Hangzhou, an AI system called City Brain is used to collect data for urban management. The system has made the cities become smarter. However, it has also faced criticism concerning privacy.
■Gear up
City Brain is used in Hangzhou.
(True/False)
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■Game
Find these words in the puzzle and colour them! (See the picture c)
1. AI
2. Chatbot
3. Internet
4. Drone
5. Bonny
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■Gear up
facilitate(v) 促進
utilize(v) 利用
privacy (n) 私隱
drone (n) 無人機
(Criticisms on this publication, if any, are aimed at pointing out the errors or defects of certain systems or policies with a view to rectifying or eradicating such errors or defects, as well as prompting improvement or remedy for them via lawful means. There is absolutely no intention of inciting hatred, discontent or hostility towards the government or other classes of the community.)
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