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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.

OnDemand Trend Report Panel Discussion: AI for personalised government services – building trust and inclusivity in cities

Join city and industry experts to explore how AI is enabling more personalised, accessible, and trusted government services, and uncover practical strategies for responsible AI adoption that benefits all citizens. Hear from Manchester City Council and the City of Tampere.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 31 – Resilient Sydney: 33 local governments, one resilience strategy

Join us for a journey of collaboration on the Urban Exchange Podcast, where we discover how Resilient Sydney is aligning more than 30 local councils on a single resilience plan.

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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.

Cities Climate Action Summit 2024 – meet the exhibitor: Latitudo 40

Latitudo 40 sits at the convergence of satellite imagery analysis and AI and will demonstrate the vital role satellite data has to play in helping cities tackle the challenges of climate change.

22 - 26 June 2026: Find out more

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30 cities say their greenhouse gas emissions have peaked

Sidewalk Labs shuts down Toronto smart city project

SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – San Diego

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 11 – Gareth Morgan, Cape Town – Mainstreaming and institutionalising urban resilience

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People and skills

The latest news on people and skills in smart city projects across the world.

CityLab 2026 in Madrid announces new speakers

CityLab 2026 in Madrid announces new speakers

News15 Apr 2026

The cities summit, organised by Bloomberg Philanthropies and the Aspen Institute, will convene more than 1,000 mayors, policymakers, innovators, and creatives.

Santa Monica boosts Big Blue Bus fleet with $56m investment

Santa Monica boosts Big Blue Bus fleet with $56m investment

Climate action14 Apr 2026

Project supports local job creation through construction and electrical work, while advancing workforce training in clean energy and zero-emission vehicle tech.

Philadelphia opens resilience and environmental justice fund

Philadelphia opens resilience and environmental justice fund

Resilience14 Apr 2026

The fund aims to change the systems and built environment conditions that affect environmental justice and increase community resilience to climate change.

Pittsburgh chooses government partnership cohort

Pittsburgh chooses government partnership cohort

Economic Development13 Apr 2026

Digital twin best practices, genAI guidelines, autonomous underwater robotic scanning and thermal measurement tech all feature in the PGH Lab Cohort 11.0.

San José introduces new AI skills training for residents

San José introduces new AI skills training for residents

AI CityXchange13 Apr 2026

Classes offered through San José’s first-in-the-nation AI for All initiative, delivering free artificial intelligence tools and education to all residents.

Plug and Play innovation platform launches in Limassol

Plug and Play innovation platform launches in Limassol

Economic Development08 Apr 2026

Plug and Play reckons that founder-friendly tax incentives and streamlined startup visa programmes make it an attractive base for globally mobile entrepreneurs.

Initiative aims to drive largest single-day AI deployment in local government

Initiative aims to drive largest single-day AI deployment in local government

AI CityXchange07 Apr 2026

HeyGov nationwide initiative on 6 May seeks to mobilise more than 34,000 municipal clerks with free AI tools to process meeting minutes in under 10 minutes.

Dubai launches AI-powered digital ecosystem to drive growth

Dubai launches AI-powered digital ecosystem to drive growth

AI CityXchange03 Apr 2026

As part of the announcement, several advanced strategic projects have also been launched that will further progress Dubai towards a fully integrated digital city.

Seniors report they are online but don’t feel empowered

Seniors report they are online but don’t feel empowered

Inclusivity02 Apr 2026

European study finds that only one in three older adults feel confident navigating new digital tools and 55 per cent say digital tech is advancing too fast.

$175,000 pledged to scale urban resilience solutions globally

$175,000 pledged to scale urban resilience solutions globally

Resilience01 Apr 2026

The QBE AcceliCITY Resilience Challenge offers $175,000 in equity-free funding, expert mentorship as well as pathways to pilot deployment with cities.

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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.

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

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.

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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Enhancing operational efficiency in cities through AI

Wayne Arvidson, global CTO of verticals, computer vision and AI at Dell Technologies, and Charbel Aoun, smart cities ...

Smarter education: accelerating digital innovation in learningSponsored by Huawei

SmartCitiesWorld takes a look at how intelligent education is helping create a world where technology seamlessly ...

Putting people first: the key priorities for a post-pandemic smart city

Westminster City Council’s Aruj Haider on why technology must come second to the people it serves and the importance of ...

Think Tank: Cities on the frontline and lessons for a resilient recovery

In the latest of our opinion pieces from members of our Advisory Board, the question ’how can I build resilience for ...

Robots can deliver smart policing in the post Covid-19 reality

Robots can play a key role assisting police forces and ensuring socially distancing support in the Covid-19 era, writes ...

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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 Series

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

Webinars

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

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Cities Thriving on Lighting, Episode 2 – Simplicity by design in smart lighting

Podcasts

Discover the technology and considerations behind how cities can turn existing streetlight networks into secure, interoperable, and future‑proof infrastructure in the second episode of Cities Thriving on Lighting.

Latest Urban Exchange Podcast

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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Podcast: Re-evaluating smart cities for a joined-up future

Podcast: Re-evaluating smart cities for a joined-up future

Podcast: The central role of cities in the sharing economy, with Chelsea Rustrum

Podcast: The central role of cities in the sharing economy, with Chelsea Rustrum

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OnDemand Panel discussion: Using AI to create value in cities for communities and workforce

OnDemand Panel discussion: Using AI to create value in cities for communities and workforce

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