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Columbus turns entire city into an AI-connected destination

Columbus turns entire city into an AI-connected destination

AI CityXchange30 Mar 2026

Satisfi Labs’ new Agentic City programme deploys artificial intelligence agents at key points of interest across the Ohio city’s attractions and venues.

UK city to transform phoneboxes into art installations

UK city to transform phoneboxes into art installations

Cultural space23 Jan 2026

The new public realm installation in Preston will see Grade II listed red telephone boxes used to showcase curated digital artwork and community-led content.

Brownfield regeneration is crucial to solving Europe housing crisis

Brownfield regeneration is crucial to solving Europe housing crisis

Planning and redevelopment22 Jan 2026

Europe must take advantage of brownfield development’s potential to address affordable housing needs and reduce carbon emissions, a new report reveals.

Sunderland installs sensor-based plaza in city centre

Recreational space02 Dec 2025

Pixel Plaza features 12 LED totems that create an immersive experience and aim to reimagine culture and leisure spaces in the city through technology.

Which European cities are top for smart tourism?

Which European cities are top for smart tourism?

News25 Nov 2025

Winners’ achievements demonstrate the EC’s vision for a smarter, greener and more inclusive tourism sector, setting a benchmark for other destinations.

Los Angeles launches free community wifi in Crenshaw Corridor

Los Angeles launches free community wifi in Crenshaw Corridor

Inclusivity24 Oct 2025

Pairing wifi technology with existing city infrastructure unlocks a platform for Los Angeles to further develop smart city assets and public service delivery.

Mayor marks Climate Week NYC with “Good Clean Fun” initiative

Mayor marks Climate Week NYC with “Good Clean Fun” initiative

Climate action23 Sep 2025

New guidelines introduced by mayor Eric Adams aims to help event producers cut waste, reduce emissions, and improve environmental impact across the city.

Salt Lake City invites residents to help shape Green Loop

Salt Lake City invites residents to help shape Green Loop

Citizen engagement14 Aug 2025

Residents can share stories and ideas through a memory box installation to help guide early design decisions of a prominent section of the flagship civic block.

Study warns of $800m climate-related losses for World Cup venues

Study warns of $800m climate-related losses for World Cup venues

Climate action03 Dec 2024

Structural resilience of football venues will prove critical, as some high-hazard venues mitigate financial losses through smart design and natural barriers.

Tallinn commits to 15-minute city principles for 2025

Tallinn commits to 15-minute city principles for 2025

Planning and redevelopment27 Nov 2024

City says it will enable efficient planning for new kindergartens, schools and services for seniors, improving accessibility and aligning with community needs.

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Huawei seals smart city deal with Barcelona

They will collaborate on projects relating to 5G, smart city applications and digital transformation.

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Trina Solar’s PV modules have begun operations in the 10MW Sustainable City in Dubai, which aims to use only clean energy sources

AI used to monitor and optimise Swedish road infrastructure

Computer vision and machine learning specialist, Univrses, will work with the Swedish Transport Administration to digitise and manage roadside infrastructure.

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The art of the city: how creators may save urban business districts

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Cities Thriving on Lighting, Episode 2 – Simplicity by design in smart lighting

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Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 32 – Flood and energy resilience in Quezon City

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