Tracking chips for palm trees: Seville acts after theft of ten specimens

Seville has taken an innovative step by equipping its ornamental palm trees with tracking chips to prevent thefts, following the disappearance of ten valuable trees. This initiative, unique in Spain, comes amid a series of thefts that have cost the city around €5,000. The move underscores the city's commitment to preserving its iconic urban landscape and highlights the potential for tech-driven solutions in urban asset protection. This could set a precedent for other cities dealing with similar issues.