The Coronavirus pandemic has highlighted how the use of sensors is key – whether it’s using wearables to monitor distance from others, or a sensor for contactless temperature measurement. As we adjust to this new situation, sensors will continue to grow in importance. When you consider that two thirds of the world’s population will be living in cities by 2050, urban spaces will need to be smarter about catering to human needs. All-sensing infrastructure that can tap into peoples’ wishes is one way to reach this goal. How can this be achieved?

It’s a question with no straightforward answers. Any benefit derived from all-sensing infrastructure brings with it the inevitable issue of data privacy. How do you get the balance right between making people’s lives easier, safer and convenient without infringing on their privacy?