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Trend Report Webinar (19 May): How AI and data are transforming transport operations and services

Trend Report Webinar (19 May): How AI and data are transforming transport operations and services

Explore how data and AI is being used in urban transport networks to support planning, day-to-day operations, and improve outcomes for communities and passengers.
OnDemand Trend Report Panel Discussion: AI for personalised government services – building trust and inclusivity in cities

OnDemand Trend Report Panel Discussion: AI for personalised government services – building trust and inclusivity in cities

Join city and industry experts to explore how AI is enabling more personalised, accessible, and trusted government services, and uncover practical strategies for responsible AI adoption that benefits all citizens. Hear from Manchester City Council and the City of Tampere.

Special Reports

Podcast: Re-evaluating smart cities for a joined-up future

Podcast: Re-evaluating smart cities for a joined-up future

Chris Dymond, Founder and Director of Unfolding, joins the SmartCitiesWorld Podcast to bring a new perspective to what it means to be a smart city today.
Urban Exchange Episode 2: Mayor Ahmed Aboutaleb, City of Rotterdam

Urban Exchange Episode 2: Mayor Ahmed Aboutaleb, City of Rotterdam

Cities on the Frontlines: Advancing Urban Resilience for Climate Adaptation

Lauren Sorkin, Executive Director at the Resilient Cities Networks, catches up with the City of Rotterdam’s Mayor Ahmed Aboutaleb on citizen engagement, climate change and much more.

Smart Cities Reports

Podcasts

Podcast: Re-evaluating smart cities for a joined-up future

Podcast: Re-evaluating smart cities for a joined-up future

Chris Dymond, Founder and Director of Unfolding, joins the SmartCitiesWorld Podcast to bring a new perspective to what it means to be a smart city today.
Urban Exchange Episode 2: Mayor Ahmed Aboutaleb, City of Rotterdam

Urban Exchange Episode 2: Mayor Ahmed Aboutaleb, City of Rotterdam

Cities on the Frontlines: Advancing Urban Resilience for Climate Adaptation

Lauren Sorkin, Executive Director at the Resilient Cities Networks, catches up with the City of Rotterdam’s Mayor Ahmed Aboutaleb on citizen engagement, climate change and much more.

Opinions

Overcoming the innovation gap

Overcoming the innovation gap

There is a gap between the aspirations of cities and the true capabilities of smart city technology, writes Anders Lisdorf.

Latest City Profile

SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Sunderland

SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Sunderland

Smart Cities Reports
Find out how Sunderland is repositioning itself as a leading smart city – using digital infrastructure and low-carbon innovation to build a resilient, future-focused economy in the latest SmartCitiesWorld City Profile.

Latest Trend Report

Trend Report: Planning and operating thriving cities – innovation for smarter urban living

Trend Report: Planning and operating thriving cities – innovation for smarter urban living

Trend Series
Download our latest report to uncover how artificial intelligence is being used to support cities in how they plan and operate city services to ensure they are vibrant, sustainable and economically thriving modern spaces.

Latest Webinar

Trend Report Panel Discussion (21 May): Operating smarter: using digital twins and AI to reshape urban infrastructure management

Trend Report Panel Discussion (21 May): Operating smarter: using digital twins and AI to reshape urban infrastructure management

Webinars
Discover how AI-powered digital twins are transforming urban infrastructure and how these innovations can improve efficiency, resilience, and sustainability.

Latest Podcast

Latest Urban Exchange Podcast

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

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

Urban Exchange Podcast
Tune in for the latest Urban Exchange where we get a first-hand account of city resilience measures from Quezon City following unexpected extreme rainfall.
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Our editorial newsletter pulls together our latest news items into one email, direct to your inbox. We also feature our latest city interviews, Special Reports and Guest Opinions.

Fibre networks

The latest news on fibre networks in smart city projects across the world.

Chattanooga secures grant for quantum workforce development
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Chattanooga secures grant for quantum workforce development

People and skills11 Feb 2026
The new EPB programme is designed to build a local quantum-ready workforce and support new, local job creation from the rapidly emerging quantum industry.
Los Angeles launches free community wifi in Crenshaw Corridor
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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.
Sunderland hosts inaugural Smart City Symposium
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Sunderland hosts inaugural Smart City Symposium

News14 Oct 2025
Sunderland is bringing together industry experts and thought leaders to explore how it is building a city powered by people and enabled by technology.
Europe’s Best Cities 2025 ranking unveiled
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Europe’s Best Cities 2025 ranking unveiled

News09 May 2025
Ranking combines global user-generated data, statistical performance and new proprietary research, including an Ipsos survey of 7,500 Europeans in 10 countries.
Manchester leads the UK in AI preparedness for second year
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Manchester leads the UK in AI preparedness for second year

AI and Machine Learning02 May 2025
Manchester retained its lead due to having the highest number of AI-related jobs within a five-mile radius and an average of £77,000 in funding for AI purposes.
California cities get broadband boost as fibre backbone expands
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California cities get broadband boost as fibre backbone expands

Fibre networks10 Apr 2025
Expansion is setting the stage for future-ready infrastructure that will support everything from high-speed internet to the next-gen of AI-driven technologies.
Sunderland smart city team wins People’s Choice Award
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Sunderland smart city team wins People’s Choice Award

News18 Mar 2025
2025 Digital Leaders Impact Awards invited the public to vote for projects that use digital technology to support communities and create meaningful change. 
Fibre programme expands into Alabama’s Birmingham Metro area
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Fibre programme expands into Alabama’s Birmingham Metro area

Fibre networks06 Feb 2025
Provider Lumos will lay more than 1,300 miles of fibre, providing high-speed internet to underserved communities as well as support Alabama’s economic growth.
Companies team to accelerate smart city initiatives in Oman
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Companies team to accelerate smart city initiatives in Oman

Fibre networks20 Jan 2025
Oman Broadband Company and ST Engineering’s Urban Solutions will support the digital transformation objectives and strategic ambitions of Oman Vision 2040.
Consortium seeks to transform Santa Marta into AI-powered smart city
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Consortium seeks to transform Santa Marta into AI-powered smart city

AI and Machine Learning09 Jan 2025
By demonstrating the power of AI and IoT to transform urban spaces, Santa Marta aims to serve as a model for future smart city projects across the region.

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ST Engineering to provide smart city platform for Lusail City

The company will build and operate a smart city platform with citywide network connectivity for the Qatar city using advanced AI and data-driven technologies.

Huawei seals smart city deal with Barcelona

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

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.

Public technology Portal sculpture unites Dublin and New York

Each sculpture features a 24/7 visual livestream from a Portal in the other city, allowing real-time interaction between Dubliners and New Yorkers and visitors.

Solar city goes live

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

SmartCitiesWorld Newsletters (Daily/Weekly)

Our editorial newsletter pulls together our latest news items into one email, direct to your inbox. We also feature our latest city interviews, Special Reports and Guest Opinions.

Guest Opinions

Could FWA be the answer to keeping people connected during the global pandemic?

Fixed Wireless Access’s speed and flexibility could have it serve a crucial role in helping businesses and public ...
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