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

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

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.

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.

How AI cities shape Malaysia’s digital future – and the role of the region’s first Smart City ExpoSponsored by Smart City Expo Kuala Lumpur

Discover how Malaysia is leading the way in AI-powered urban innovation at the first Southeast Asian Smart City Expo in Kuala Lumpur.

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

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.

Podcasts

How cities can own their data and their future with sovereign AISponsored by PNY Technologies

Tune into the SmartCitiesWorld podcast to understand the world of sovereign AI for cities, featuring PNY Technologies’ Youssef Nadiri as our expert guest.

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

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.

Opinions

Transforming indoor public safety with smart sensor networksSponsored by Motorola Solutions

How smart sensor networks can help improve indoor safety by detecting risks early, improving situational awareness and supporting healthier, more secure and sustainable buildings.

How AI will define cities and mobility in 2026Sponsored by ST Engineering

Gareth Tang, President of Urban Solutions at ST Engineering, explains how urban AI applications are set to evolve, detailing projects where AI is already making significant impact.

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Nolan O'Connor

Chief Marketing Officer

Smart Cities World

Address

United Kingdom

Phone

+44 (0) 20 7062 2526

Website

www.smartcitiesworld.net

About Nolan O'Connor

Nolan O’Connor has a wealth of knowledge tied up in SmartCitiesWorld having initially researched the market when launching the brand back in 2015.

His passion is to engage with audiences and bring them together for mutual benefit. This passion stems from his rich history in the events world which started back in 1999. He continues to engage with city personnel and organisations from across the world to ensure SmartCitiesWorld is delivering what members want and need.

Outside of work he is heavily involved with his children’s school, organising events for the enjoyment of parents and pupils alike. You’ll also see him green fingered in London’s oldest allotment!

Recent Articles

AI CityXchange Workshop: London, UK - 24 June 2026

Round Table

A fast-paced workshop where cities hothouse ideas, share lessons and unlock practical AI solutions. Be part of a regional community driving smarter outcomes.

Review: AI CityXchange Workshop - Sunderland, UK

Round Table

A series of short videos capturing key insights, reflections and discussions from the first AI CityXchange workshop in Sunderland. Hear directly from participants as they share practical perspectives on deploying AI in cities and the challenges and opportunities ahead. The event was a fast-paced workshop where cities hothouse ideas, shared lessons and unlocked practical AI solutions.

AI CityXchange Workshops

AI CityXchange

The AI CityXchange Workshops are a new international workshop series designed to accelerate how cities understand, adopt and scale artificial intelligence. Find out more about these events.

COP30 Webinar Week (10 - 14 Nov): How cities are taking decisive climate action

Round Table

As the world prepares for COP30 in Brazil, SmartCitiesWorld will host a dedicated COP30 webinar week focused on how cities are taking decisive climate action. We are bringing together global city leaders, practitioners, and innovators to discuss practical approaches to building more resilient, sustainable, and liveable urban environments.