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Explore how data and AI are 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.

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The latest podcasts on smart city projects and initiatives across the world.

Cities Thriving on Lighting, Episode 3 – What global cities are learning from smart lighting

Cities Thriving on Lighting, Episode 3 – What global cities are learning from smart lighting

Podcasts22 May 2026

Join the final episode of Cities Thriving on Lighting to discover how global cities are approaching smart lighting and the related cybersecurity risks today.

22 - 26 June 2026: Find out more

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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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Trend Report: The impact of AI and data on transportation operations and services

Trend Series

Delve into how cities are addressing the challenges of building intelligent transport systems and using AI and data to transform operations and user experience.

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(22-26 June)

Lord Marvin Rees OBE

Former Mayor

Bristol City Council

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Julie Foley OBE

Director of Flood Risk Strategy & Adaptation

Environment Agency

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Sherelle Fairweather

Digital Strategy Lead

Manchester’s Digital Strategy

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Jaromir Beranek

Deputy Mayor for Transport

City of Prague

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Liz St Louis

Smart City Director

Sunderland City Council

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Cllr Susan Aitken

Leader

Glasgow City Council

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Mark Wheeler

CIO

Montgomery County

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John Moran

Mayor

Limerick City and County Council

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Matjaž Rakovec

Mayor

City of Kranj

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Erin Mendenhall

Mayor

Salt Lake City

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Julia King

The Baroness Brown of Cambridge DBE FREng FRS

House of Lords

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Panel Discussion (30 Jun): Unlocking value in cities from buildings, data and AI

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Explore how AI, building data and connected urban infrastructure can help cities improve sustainability, resilience and operational performance.

Latest Podcast

Cities Thriving on Lighting, Episode 3 – What global cities are learning from smart lighting

Podcasts

Join the final episode of Cities Thriving on Lighting to discover how global cities are approaching smart lighting and the related cybersecurity risks today.

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

Urban Exchange Podcast17 Dec 2025

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

Urban Exchange Podcast24 Sep 2025

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 30 – Norfolk: building coastal resilience before the storm

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 30 – Norfolk: building coastal resilience before the storm

Urban Exchange Podcast06 Aug 2025

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 29 - Financing city resilience

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 29 - Financing city resilience

Urban Exchange Podcast09 Jul 2025

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 28 - Data-driven urban resilience in Montevideo

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 28 - Data-driven urban resilience in Montevideo

Urban Exchange Podcast28 May 2025

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 27 - Life-saving action on extreme heat

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 27 - Life-saving action on extreme heat

Urban Exchange Podcast30 Apr 2025

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 26 - Championing urban heat resilience: Global Chief Heat Officer Eleni Myrivili

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 26 - Championing urban heat resilience: Global Chief Heat Officer Eleni Myrivili

Urban Exchange Podcast25 Mar 2025

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 24 - The City Resilience Framework & the next decade of resilience

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 24 - The City Resilience Framework & the next decade of resilience

Urban Exchange Podcast29 Jan 2025

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 23 - Identifying urban solutions at the intersection of climate, health, and equity

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 23 - Identifying urban solutions at the intersection of climate, health, and equity

Urban Exchange Podcast30 Sep 2024

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 22 - Digital solutions shaping the urban landscape

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 22 - Digital solutions shaping the urban landscape

Urban Exchange Podcast08 Aug 2024

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 19 - The intersection between risk, resilience and insurance

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 19 - The intersection between risk, resilience and insurance

Urban Exchange Podcast27 Mar 2024

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 18 - Dr. Tavida Kamolvej, City of Bangkok - Holistic disaster resilience

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 18 - Dr. Tavida Kamolvej, City of Bangkok - Holistic disaster resilience

Urban Exchange Podcast21 Feb 2024

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 16 – Genesis Gavino, City of Dallas - digital inclusivity and resilience

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 16 – Genesis Gavino, City of Dallas - digital inclusivity and resilience

Urban Exchange Podcast20 Dec 2023

Podcast: Exploring Sunderland's smart city connectivity credentials

Podcast: Exploring Sunderland's smart city connectivity credentials

Fibre networks02 Nov 2023

Defining the path for public service digitalisation

Defining the path for public service digitalisationSponsored by Huawei

Data management & software05 Jul 2023

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

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

Urban Exchange Podcast08 Jun 2023

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

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

Policymaking06 Jun 2023

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 10 – Safer Schools: Building resilience in education infrastructure

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 10 – Safer Schools: Building resilience in education infrastructure

Urban Exchange Podcast26 Apr 2023

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