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California launches first state-wide earthquake warning app

23 Oct 2019

The tool uses ground motion sensors to detect earthquakes before humans can feel them and send automated notifications.

Nagoya to install smart city digital panels

04 Oct 2019

Street furniture from MCDecaux will provide citizens in the Japanese city with a range of services including free wi-fi hotspots and emergency message alerts.

New sensor could help buildings re-open faster after earthquakes

15 Jul 2019

Following two back-to-back earthquakes in southern California, a new tool could see critical buildings re-open faster while Los Angeles has launched new initiatives to help citizens prepare.

Earthquake alert app for LA residents

04 Jan 2019

AT&T and the city of Los Angeles have unveiled ShakeAlertLA, which claims to be the first municipally-sponsored earthquake alert system for citizens

Nokia forms long-term partnership with Sendai

18 Oct 2017

The company will provide the Japanese city with state-of-the-art technologies to boost local businesses and improve quality of life

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.