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Kyoto: the Japanese start-up community powering the future of smart cities (Part 2)

Kyoto: the Japanese start-up community powering the future of smart cities (Part 2)

This webinar explores Keihanna Science City - one of the most successful start-up hubs, hosting more than 150 research facilities and incubating fledging companies

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How the holistic approach is central to the Covid-19 recovery

How the holistic approach is central to the Covid-19 recovery

SmartCitiesWorld talks to Lauren Sorkin, acting executive director of the Global Resilient Cities Network, on how cities can rebuild post Covid-19.
Blockchain: Hype, hope and growing up in public

Blockchain: Hype, hope and growing up in public

A recent Smart Cities World event looked at where things currently stand with blockchain for smarter cities and how we proceed from here.

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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.
The three biggest challenges to building a commutable smart city

The three biggest challenges to building a commutable smart city

Radim Cmar, Sygic, examines how we capitalise on the benefits of smart transportation solutions while avoiding negative repercussions.
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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.

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

How NYC aims to be the world’s most language-friendly city
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How NYC aims to be the world’s most language-friendly city

Inclusivity11 Dec 2025
Agencies will evaluate how to further incorporate language technologies into their interactions and language apps will be installed on city-owned smart devices.
NYC launches low-cost wifi pilot for affordable housing
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NYC launches low-cost wifi pilot for affordable housing

Inclusivity30 Jul 2025
Liberty Link pilot programme will serve nearly 2,200 households in Section 8 and other affordable housing buildings across the Bronx and Upper Manhattan.
New York invests $2.4m to advance digital equity
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New York invests $2.4m to advance digital equity

Climate action10 Mar 2025
A roadmap outlines 11 new initiatives, including launch of an interagency Digital Equity Working Group and creation of a chief digital equity officer role.
Which cities are performing best in the 4IR?
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Which cities are performing best in the 4IR?

News01 Feb 2023
The 2022 Smart City Index analysed 31 global cities to examine the urban changes taking place against the backdrop of the 4th Industrial Revolution.
Copenhagen tops global cities for digital transformation
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Copenhagen tops global cities for digital transformation

News13 Jun 2022
The Digital Cities Index 2022 report by Economist Impact found that involving citizens in the design of smart city schemes underpins meaningful inclusion.
Awards recognise smart city progress made by North America municipalities
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Awards recognise smart city progress made by North America municipalities

News14 Jul 2021
Projects ranging from the use of AI and machine learning to inspect roadways to a housing rights challenge were among those highlighted as making “unprecedented progress”.
Bloomberg partners with selected cities to build back better
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Bloomberg partners with selected cities to build back better

News06 Jul 2021
Three-year grants will fund innovation teams, or “i-teams,” to help mayors leverage data and digital technologies to enhance public services and create new value for communities.
London to provide connectivity across the Underground network by 2024
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London to provide connectivity across the Underground network by 2024

News24 Jun 2021
Through a contract with BAI Communications, a backbone of mobile and digital connectivity will offer connectivity and internet access within every Tube station and tunnel.
Bloomberg names 50 finalist cities for 2021 Global Mayors’ Challenge
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Bloomberg names 50 finalist cities for 2021 Global Mayors’ Challenge

News16 Jun 2021
The cities chosen are considered to have come up with the boldest urban innovations emerging from the pandemic with the challenge aiming to spread the most promising ideas.
Singapore, Seoul and London top smart city governance ranking
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Singapore, Seoul and London top smart city governance ranking

News31 Mar 2021
Cities were recognised for not only being advanced in terms of technologies adopted throughout the city, but in their government’s efforts to bring the city population along with their digitalisation journey.

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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.

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.

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

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.

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Overcoming the innovation gap

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SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Sunderland

SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Sunderland

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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.

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

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

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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.

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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

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

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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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