Author: Daniela Patti

Digital transition offers cities an opportunity to rethink the provision of public services to citizens, allowing for a stronger integration and tailor-made solutions. Gijón is one of the first …

Many cities today are aiming at positioning themselves in the global tourism market, tapping into niches of visitors that can support the local economy in a sustainable and inclusive way. The City of …

With the growth of e-commerce and out-of-town shopping malls, smaller retailers have been  suffering greatly. Causing the closure of many shops, this contributes to the local economy and …

Tartu, Estonia’s second city has long been known as a city of start-ups, where municipal support from the City of Tartu, the pioneering digital strategy of Estonia, and the focus of Tartu …

Local commerce has been under attack from many sides: changing patterns of consumption, newly built commercial centres and online shopping all have put an increasing pressure on traditional retail. …

The City of Bilbao has undergone a great change in its very urban identity due to the great shift in its economic model, which impacted the urban form as well as the life of all inhabitants. With the …