On December 8, 2020, by the Yangpu Riverside, Unicom (Shanghai) Industrial Internet Co., Ltd. and urbanDATA held a strategic cooperation signing ceremony and the launch event for Smart Community 2.0. Distinguished guests from the Yangpu District Government, Unicom (Shanghai) Industrial Internet Co., Ltd., and urbanDATA attended the event.

Zhou Haiying, Member of the Standing Committee of the Yangpu District Committee and Deputy District Mayor, delivered a speech. Deputy Mayor Zhou emphasized that communities are the fundamental spaces for people's daily lives and the primary venues for social interaction. Technological and innovative capabilities are key indicators for building a model district of people-centered urban development. By integrating new technologies and advancing smart community initiatives, residents can enjoy safer, more efficient, and convenient services, thereby driving regional social progress. This approach is vital for urban transformation, high-quality development, and Yangpu District's commitment to digital infrastructure and the online new economy. The Yangpu District Government will continue to support China Unicom Shanghai and welcomes urbanDATA's investment and development in Yangpu, wishing both parties a successful collaboration.

Dai Ling, Member of the Party Committee and Deputy General Manager of China Unicom Shanghai, stated that with the clear objectives of the 14th Five-Year Plan and the 2035 Vision, "adhering to the new development philosophy of innovation, coordination, green development, openness, and sharing, and strengthening the construction of a digital society and digital government to enhance the digital and intelligent levels of public services and social governance" has become a shared societal goal. As a leading operator, China Unicom Shanghai aligns with urban development trends, supports Shanghai's digital transformation, and maintains industry leadership in network and technological advancements. The strategic partnership with urbanDATA combines cutting-edge technology with human-centric design to empower urban management and create an innovative, cultural, and ecological city. China Unicom Shanghai remains committed to serving the nation and society, forging ahead with partners to contribute to Shanghai's urban and social development.

Shan Wenhui, Founder and President of urbanDATA, noted that the era of interconnected intelligence is rapidly transforming our lives, cities, and communities. The new digital urban landscape demands a reevaluation of traditional planning models, allowing technology to benefit our cities and communities. Leveraging Unicom's robust technical and operational capabilities, urban design firms can better utilize their strengths to create value in smart communities and cities. Together, they aim to deliver superior urban governance, higher-quality living and working spaces, vibrant neighborhoods, and sustainable urban prosperity, building a smart, connected, and culturally rich city for a brighter future.

At the event, Unicom (Shanghai) Industrial Internet Co., Ltd. and urbanDATA signed a strategic cooperation agreement.

The two companies jointly unveiled the Smart Community 2.0 solution.

Smart Community 2.0 integrates next-generation technologies such as cloud computing, big data, IoT, AI, and 5G. By creating a "1+1+3" smart community framework, it achieves resource integration, comprehensive planning, full-scale monitoring, diverse data collection, intelligent applications, hierarchical management, and data interconnectivity, significantly enhancing community safety, convenience, intelligence, and shared benefits.

  • "1" 5G Digital Foundation: Includes one 5G network and one 5G edge private cloud
  • "1" Community Brain: Combines a video-sharing platform, IoT data platform, algorithm analysis platform, and intelligent operation center
  • "3" Application Scenarios: Covers community safety, governance, and services, offering smart and humanized solutions for comprehensive protection, intelligent management, and personalized care.

Building on solid foundations and aiming for long-term success, Unicom (Shanghai) Industrial Internet Co., Ltd. and urbanDATA will leverage their strengths in 5G, cloud computing, big data, IoT, AI, and blockchain to provide innovative urban management and environmental governance solutions. Together, they will pioneer new services, foster new business models, and embark on a journey to create a smarter, more connected, and culturally vibrant city.

Attendees:

  • Yangpu District Government Representatives
  • Unicom (Shanghai) Industrial Internet Co., Ltd.
  • urbanDATA

Strategic Collaboration:

  • Unicom (Shanghai) Industrial Internet Co., Ltd.
  • urbanDATA

Initiative: Smart Community 2.0 Launch