SmartCitiesWorld News

Curiosity Lab deploys AI-powered traffic signal system

SmartCitiesWorld news team — Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:30:00 GMT

The Leotek Interlux AI Traffic Signal System is being evaluated under real-world traffic conditions within Curiosity Lab’s connected smart city environment.

The cost of poor indoor mobile connectivity to the UK

SmartCitiesWorld news team — Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:14:22 GMT

C-suite and senior IT decision-makers in public and private sectors believe coverage “not-spots” could be damaging the UK economy to the tune of £103bn a year.

Bike-sharing continues to grow across Europe

SmartCitiesWorld news team — Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:02:01 GMT

Data from nextbike reveals between January and July 2026, riders completed more than 26 million rides while 500,000-plus new users registered for the service.

Washington State Green Bank rebrands

SmartCitiesWorld news team — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:52:37 GMT

The change reflects what the institution does in financing clean energy infrastructure that lowers energy costs, creates local jobs, and strengthens resilience.

Los Angeles breaks ground on mobility project

SmartCitiesWorld news team — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

Spring-Alameda Safety and Mobility Project will create pedestrian and road safety improvements in Downtown and Chinatown at two of LA’s most important corridors.

How The Hague is using its rooftops to adapt to climate change

SmartCitiesWorld news team — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:13:56 GMT

Uit je Dak showcased six locations that show how rooftops are supporting biodiversity, storing rainwater, generating solar energy, and helping to reduce heat.

Liverpool City Region buses go contactless

SmartCitiesWorld news team — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 07:45:54 GMT

Littlepay’s contactless payment technology powers open-loop payments as the bus service is returned to public control for the first time in four decades.

Wheels selects Lyt for cloud-based transit signal priority

SmartCitiesWorld news team — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Agreement will bring intelligent signal priority tech to 67 intersections across Livermore, Dublin and Pleasanton, with plans to expand across Lavta’s full bus fleet.

Amman Municipality unveils cooler Al-Taj Street pilot

SmartCitiesWorld news team — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:38:29 GMT

Pilot project demonstrates how rapid, low-cost urban transformations can protect residents from extreme heat while creating safer, more welcoming spaces.

How TfL plans to further boost sustainability and resilience

SmartCitiesWorld news team — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:07:46 GMT

The updated plan sets out more than 70 actions, including those to help adapt the transport network to keep London moving in the face of a changing climate.