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.

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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.

Podcast: Using mobility data to shape the future of citiesSponsored by TomTom

TomTom’s Ralf-Peter Schäfer discusses the power of real-time data in reshaping city life, and what the future holds for smart urban mobility.

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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.

Introducing AI CityXchange: focusing on the real work of AI in cities

SmartCitiesWorld’s senior editor Luke Antoniou on the launch of the new AI CityXchange, at a time where dialogue and knowledge sharing is critical between cities and their partners to use AI technology for public good.

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The latest news in policy making on smart city projects and initiatives 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.

DC announces responsible AI training for government workforce

DC announces responsible AI training for government workforce

AI and Machine Learning19 Feb 2026

Delivered in partnership with InnovateUS, the self-paced training will equip the District’s workforce to use generative AI tools safely and effectively.

Where US agencies are finding measurable value from AI

Where US agencies are finding measurable value from AI

AI and Machine Learning18 Feb 2026

Research from Euna Solutions shows that while most public sector agencies are exploring AI, measurable value today is concentrated in operational workflows.

New Boston lab uses AI and open data to improve kerb management

New Boston lab uses AI and open data to improve kerb management

AI and Machine Learning13 Feb 2026

Office of Emerging Technology and city partners launch the Curb Lab, aiming to dynamically manage parking and kerb space, reducing congestion in Boston.

SmartCitiesWorld launches AI CityXchange to support cities at every stage of AI adoption

SmartCitiesWorld launches AI CityXchange to support cities at every stage of AI adoption

AI and Machine Learning05 Feb 2026

A dedicated platform and series of workshop events focused on how AI is being applied across cities from experimentation to large-scale, embedded deployment.

Singapore launches governance framework for agentic AI

Singapore launches governance framework for agentic AI

AI and Machine Learning28 Jan 2026

The Model AI Governance Framework for Agentic AI provides guidance on how to deploy agents responsibly, recommending technical and non-technical measures.

New York City launches algorithmic accountability office for public sector AI

New York City launches algorithmic accountability office for public sector AI

AI and Machine Learning28 Nov 2025

New York City has approved a package of legislation creating an Office of Algorithmic Accountability, new transparency requirements and citywide AI standards.

AI Readiness Project launched in the US

AI and Machine Learning12 Nov 2025

Initiative from Rockefeller Foundation and Centre for Civic Futures aims to help governments build capacity, confidence, and shared infrastructure to use AI responsibly.

Manchester outlines vision for a ‘smarter’ city and economy

Manchester outlines vision for a ‘smarter’ city and economy

News16 Oct 2025

The Tech for Good report outlines a vision for a ‘smarter’ city and economy, where human-centric systems and frameworks are embedded in smart city approaches.

City of London Corporation introduces GenAI framework

City of London Corporation introduces GenAI framework

AI and Machine Learning06 Oct 2025

The City Corporation’s new Standard Operating Procedure policy sets out clear expectations for employees, contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders.

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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.

AI used to monitor and optimise Swedish road infrastructure

Computer vision and machine learning specialist, Univrses, will work with the Swedish Transport Administration to digitise and manage roadside infrastructure.

Huawei seals smart city deal with Barcelona

They will collaborate on projects relating to 5G, smart city applications and digital transformation.

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.

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

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Introducing AI CityXchange: focusing on the real work of AI in cities

SmartCitiesWorld’s senior editor Luke Antoniou on the launch of the new AI CityXchange, at a time where dialogue and ...

Modernising public services and the $9.8 trillion case for govtech

Government technology is entering a new era of modernisation, fostering innovations that are enabling a digital and ...

Accelerating success: Sunderland’s smart view from the world stage

Patrick Melia and Liz St Louis at Sunderland City Council and Charles O’Reilly at Boldyn Networks share insights and ...

How AI can help cities get to net-zero

Angel Hsu and Ian French explain how large-scale text analysis could improve net-zero climate action plans and ...

Think Tank: When the sea swallows your cities

In the latest of our opinion pieces from members of our Advisory Board, a grim warning is issued about the risk of ...

The future of smart city technologySponsored by Huawei

Imagination and vision is required to enable successful digital transformation in our cities, writes Huawei’s Nadim ...

Jointly building a smart city helps us all enjoy better urban livesSponsored by Huawei

Closed ecosystems mean limited choices, limited innovation, limited success, writes York Yuekun.

How Covid-19 has made smart cities smarter than ever

Covid-19 is speeding up the changes to our transport networks, writes Mark Nicholson, CEO of Vivacity Labs

Think tank: why 5G is not the cure all for economy recovery

In the latest in our series of opinions from SCW board members, Libellium CEO Alicia Asín argues we shouldn’t be ...

How collaboration can improve the emergency services and protect us allSponsored by Huawei

The emergency services can benefit from a more integrated and innovative approach, writes Huawei’s Nadim Abdulrahim.

Think Tank: collaboration, as much as tech, will rebuild smart cities

In the first of a new series, SCW board members will write about the burning issues facing smart cities. First is ...

Q&A: Huawei's Hong-Eng Koh on the value of digital transformationSponsored by Huawei

Hong-Eng Koh discusses how data is central to a smart city and the value technology offers.

With AI, Yanbu has become smarter and saferSponsored by Huawei

Yanbu has used Huawei’s Intelligent Traffic Management system to make a smarter, safer and better city, writes Thamer ...

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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

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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.

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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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San José introduces new AI skills training for residents

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Seoul uses AI to speed up missing persons search

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OnDemand Webinar: Cities Climate Action Weeks: A global movement with local impact

OnDemand WEBINAR: Unify City Operations to Ensure Safe, Reliable, and Resilient Services

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