Abstract

The emergence of the IoT originates IoT-based smart cities, where networks of connected devices and data-informed decisions transform urban life. This research contribution provides a detail SWOT (Strengths, Weakness, Opportunities and Threat) analysis of IoT framework dimensions related to Smart Cities. Strengths includes, real-time data collection, urban efficiency and citizen engagement, alongside weaknesses includes, security issues, interoperability problems and implementation cost. Modern technologies like Artificial intelligence, 5G technology, and sustainability initiatives provide opportunities while cybersecurity, data privacy, and regulatory challenges present threats. The objective of this analysis is to present light on the issues that will help policymakers, researchers, and industry stakeholders to create resilient and robust frameworks for the development of IoT solutions that will ignite smart city initiatives.

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