The internet of things (IoT) revolution has given rise to smart cities and villages all over the world. With technology advancements such as cloud computing, fog computing, and software-defined networking, it is necessary to examine ways that these environments can implement innovation for cost-effective citizen services and e-governance. Also, as cyber-physical systems are becoming more vulnerable with IoT attacks threatening their security and privacy, there is an even greater need for solutions that offer protection for all of these advancing technologies.

The Handbook of Research on Implementation and Deployment of IoT Projects in Smart Cities is an essential research publication that combines theory and practice, reflecting on advancing technologies for the automation, protection, and sustainability of urban environments. Highlighting a wide range of topics such as blockchain, smart grid, and sustainability, this book is ideal for researchers, academicians, scientists, engineers, programmers, IT consultants, professionals, and policymakers.