News

Could quantum computing be the key to cracking congestion?

13 Dec 2019

In a joint research pilot, Microsoft and Ford are using quantum-inspired technology to achieve more balanced, less "selfish" routing suggestions.

Aira deal to make transportation better for people with vision impairment

20 Nov 2019

The intent of the partnership is to make public transit “more accessible and inclusive”, empowering blind and low vision riders to travel with more confidence.

Syracuse partners to advance its smart city 'Surge'

09 Oct 2019

The US city is collaborating with Syracuse University and Microsoft to drive its smart initiatives forward.

Digital twins could form the "end game" for optimum smart city design

11 Sep 2019

Research finds that urban digital twinning and city modelling technology is having a transformative effect on how cities are designed, monitored, and managed.

Bee'ah creates the office of the future

24 Apr 2019

The sustainability solutions specialist is using AI and smart building technology from Microsoft and Johnson Controls for its cutting-edge headquarters in the UAE.

Kainos joins Urban Data Project to help build citizen trust in smart cities

10 Apr 2019

The digital services and platform provider will help develop and support the City Data Guardian platform that aims to safeguard citizen data.

Special Reports

Outdoor offices, millions of plants and super canals: First look at plans for Smart Forest City Cancun

The development in Mexico is Stefano Boeri’s most ambitious forest city yet, covering a 557-hectare site. Largely food self-sufficient and powered by solar panels, it aims to be a "pioneer" for smart cities.