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Webinar (29 Sept): How data and AI support better decisions to bolster city operations

Webinar (29 Sept): How data and AI support better decisions to bolster city operations

SmartCitiesWorld webinar will explore how local authorities can strengthen workforce decision-making by combining unified data, agentic AI and secure digital foundations.
OnDemand Panel Discussion: Resilient infrastructure – planning, prioritising and protecting critical assets

OnDemand Panel Discussion: Resilient infrastructure – planning, prioritising and protecting critical assets

In this SmartCitiesWorld Summit 2026 virtual panel discussion, discover how cities can move towards a more strategic, risk-based approach to infrastructure resilience.

Special Reports

SmartCitiesWorld Summit 2026: connecting climate action, resilience and urban innovation

SmartCitiesWorld Summit 2026: connecting climate action, resilience and urban innovation

As cities confront the combined pressures of climate change, infrastructure resilience and digital transformation, the SmartCitiesWorld Summit 2026 will bring together urban leaders and partners during London Climate Action Week to explore how these agendas intersect – and how cities can translate strategy into practical action.

Smart Cities Reports

SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Singapore

SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Singapore

Find out how the island city-state of Singapore is further building its reputation as one of the smartest nations in the world in the latest SmartCitiesWorld City Profile.
SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Sunderland

SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Sunderland

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.

Podcasts

Podcast: Tracking the journey from smart cities to AI cities (part two)

Podcast: Tracking the journey from smart cities to AI cities (part two)

Re-join our in-depth conversation with Professor Jung Hoon Lee, exploring how AI is moving from pilots to real-world impact in cities worldwide.
Podcast: Tracking the journey from smart cities to AI cities (part one)

Podcast: Tracking the journey from smart cities to AI cities (part one)

Professor Jung Hoon Lee joins the SmartCitiesWorld Podcast to talk the latest Global Smart City Index, the emerging “AI super gap” between cities, and why the next phase of urban innovation depends on data platforms, AI-ready infrastructure, and effective governance.

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SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Singapore

SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Singapore

Smart Cities Reports
Find out how the island city-state of Singapore is further building its reputation as one of the smartest nations in the world in the latest SmartCitiesWorld City Profile.

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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.
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The latest news on health and social care where smart city projects/technology are in use.

Amman Municipality unveils cooler Al-Taj Street pilot
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Amman Municipality unveils cooler Al-Taj Street pilot

Climate action11 Sep 2026
Pilot project demonstrates how rapid, low-cost urban transformations can protect residents from extreme heat while creating safer, more welcoming spaces.
Boston expands Healthy Rides programme
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Boston expands Healthy Rides programme

Inclusivity21 Jul 2026
The expanded programme builds on the success of the pilot to tackle social isolation, expand medical access, and improve the quality of life for older adults.
Chicago invests in park cooling upgrades to tackle extreme heat
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Chicago invests in park cooling upgrades to tackle extreme heat

Climate action14 Jul 2026
Chicago will upgrade 42 parks using a Heat Vulnerability Index to prioritise neighbourhoods most at risk from extreme heat and health inequalities.
London launches first-ever city heat plan
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London launches first-ever city heat plan

Climate action25 Jun 2026
Heat Ready London focuses on priority areas like protection of those at highest risk, retrofitting of buildings, cooling spaces and infrastructure resilience.
Boston hosts its first-ever Tech Week
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Boston hosts its first-ever Tech Week

News29 May 2026
Taking place until 31 May, it features hundreds of events and highlights the city’s role as a global hub for innovation, collaboration and purpose-driven tech.
Tallinn to test latest round of winning smart city solutions
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Tallinn to test latest round of winning smart city solutions

News26 May 2026
This year’s €150,000 Tallinnovation competition focused on solutions that strengthen the Estonian city’s resilience, security and crisis preparedness.
Why lighting must be treated as core infrastructure
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Why lighting must be treated as core infrastructure

Lighting15 May 2026
Foundation calls for public lighting to be treated as essential, core infrastructure to address climate change, improve safety and foster economic growth.
Partnership to bring operational AI platform to public sector
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Partnership to bring operational AI platform to public sector

AI and Machine Learning07 May 2026
Under the agreement, Carahsoft will serve as Willow’s public sector distributor, making its operational AI platform available to facilities and infrastructure.
New York City launches urban forest plan
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New York City launches urban forest plan

Climate action23 Apr 2026
The comprehensive framework aims to protect the existing canopy, expand tree planting, and cultivate long-term stewardship across public and private land.
SilverRide meets paratransit needs in San Mateo County
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SilverRide meets paratransit needs in San Mateo County

Inclusivity19 Mar 2026
SilverRide will operate both ambulatory and wheelchair-accessible vehicles, delivering supplemental service to Redi-Wheels riders across San Mateo County.

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What is ‘Smart City’ and why do we need them?

Smart city is the framework based on Information and Communication technologies that enable the development of sustainable practices to address the urbanisation challenges. Leveraging the technology is one of the foremost pillars of ‘smart cities’ in order to increase efficiencies and improve the quality of resident’s life and the city’s services.

The threat of urban canyons to autonomous vehicles

The continued growth of skyscrapers and urban infrastructure means AVs are at risk of signal black-out in cities across the world, warns UK-based AV software specialist, Oxbotica.

OnDemand WEBINAR: Leverage digital twins to optimise municipal operations

Find out how to unify municipal water systems and provide complete visibility of the entire water cycle, from source to reclamation and customised for each stakeholder’s unique needs.

Dassault Systèmes to demonstrate 3D at World Cities Summit

Industrial change is taking place at many levels with the emergence of smart products, 3D printing and automation

OnDemand WEBINAR: Blockchain for smart city cybersecurity and data monetisation

Blockchain technology could be a real game-changer for smart cities, enabling increased cybersecurity and new revenue streams.

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.

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Engineering healthier cities through smart technology

Dennis Dokter, Smart Cities Lead at Nexus, explores how technologies like digital twins can translate into tangible ...
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Latest City Profile

SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Singapore

SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Singapore

Smart Cities Reports
Find out how the island city-state of Singapore is further building its reputation as one of the smartest nations in the world in the latest SmartCitiesWorld City Profile.

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Trend Report: The impact of AI and data on transportation operations and services

Trend Report: The impact of AI and data on transportation operations and services

Trend Series
Delve into how cities are addressing the challenges of building intelligent transport systems and using AI and data to transform operations and user experience.

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Webinar (29 Sept): How data and AI support better decisions to bolster city operations

Webinar (29 Sept): How data and AI support better decisions to bolster city operations

Webinars
SmartCitiesWorld webinar will explore how local authorities can strengthen workforce decision-making by combining unified data, agentic AI and secure digital foundations.

Latest Podcast

Podcast: Tracking the journey from smart cities to AI cities (part two)

Podcast: Tracking the journey from smart cities to AI cities (part two)

Podcasts
Re-join our in-depth conversation with Professor Jung Hoon Lee, exploring how AI is moving from pilots to real-world impact in cities worldwide.

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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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.

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City Profiles

SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Singapore
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SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Singapore

Find out how the island city-state of Singapore is further building its reputation as one of the smartest nations in the world in the latest SmartCitiesWorld City Profile.
SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Sunderland
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Smart Cities Reports

SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Sunderland

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.
SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Dublin
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SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Dublin

Find out how Dublin is innovating to improve experiences and services for its communities in the latest SmartCitiesWorld City Profile, including digital twin projects, traffic reduction, and economic growth.

Research

White paper: Securing smart city systems against cyberattacks

White paper: Securing smart city systems against cyberattacks

The connected world has broadened the platform for attack by cybercriminals. Cyberattacks are becoming more sophisticated, targeted, widespread and undetected with malware often ranked as the number one threat.
Research Report: How smart is your office?
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Research Report: How smart is your office?

SmartCitiesWorld research has found employers are turning to smart office tech to safeguard employee wellbeing.
Insight Report: Smart waste, an opportunity cities should not trash
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Insight Report: Smart waste, an opportunity cities should not trash

Why smarter waste management is key to building more efficient and sustainable cities
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