Author(s)

Wenjing Zhu

Hangzhou International Urbanology Research Center (Zhejiang Urban Governance Study Center), Hangzhou, China.

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is an important event that impacts the economy and social form. It has a positive influence on urban production and lifestyles, and it also brings severe challenges. It is undeniable that AI is not Laplace Demon which was known as an omnipotent tool. This paper analyzes the relationship and value of AI with urban governance from the perspectives of human initiative, future development, and human experience. From the angles such as governance, ethics, industry, employment, experience, philosophy, health, innovation, the risks and conflicts between AI and urban governance are analyzed. At the end of the paper, corresponding strategy choices are proposed from the government, enterprises, and the public. This research has particular value for AI and urban governance research, especially for those developing countries that want to promote urban governance by developing AI while could not effectively handle AI’s governance.

Artificial Intelligence (AI), Urban Governance, Risk, Value, Digital Economy

Zhu, W. (2021) Artificial Intelligence and Urban Governance: Risk Conflict and Strategy Choice. Open Journal of Social Sciences, 9, 250-261. doi: 10.4236/jss.2021.94019.