The Future of Privacy Forum said institutions must be established to govern the handling of individuals’ data in the era of smart cities.

As urban populations are increasing across the country, cities are investing in “smart” technology to improve city services, reduce traffic, and increase quality of life for residents. The U.S. Postal Service said that with its vast physical network that it is well suited to collect data needed for smart city initiatives.

The city of Atlanta is one of 60 partners joining the Department of Energy’s Better Communities Alliance and is committed to delivering energy efficient and sustainable solutions.

By Halloween, the National Institute of Standards and Technology will have completed a rough draft for Smart City frameworks throughout the country.

Honesty and trust are the keys to mobilizing smart cities, according to chief technology officers (CTOs) from around the country.