Medellín’s Data Portal Adds Transparency to Smart Cities Initiative

Medellín, a city in Colombia, has created a data portal called `Mapas Medellín` using CartoDB to provide its citizens with real-time information on traffic, public transit, and government initiatives. The platform aims to foster communication between the government and citizens, promoting transparency and collaboration. By leveraging location data, Medellín is working towards creating more livable cities through intelligent policy, design, research, emergency response, and economic opportunities.