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OnDemand Panel Discussion (20 Jan): Digital twins and AI as the intelligent operating layer for cities

OnDemand Panel Discussion (20 Jan): Digital twins and AI as the intelligent operating layer for cities

Join us for insights from real-world case studies on the use of digital twins and AI as the present and future of urban management.
OnDemand Trend Report Panel Discussion: AI for personalised government services – building trust and inclusivity in cities

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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A clean and efficient future: energy in focus at Cities Climate Action Summit 2024

A clean and efficient future: energy in focus at Cities Climate Action Summit 2024

Discover how this year’s Cities Climate Action Summit puts the spotlight on the switch to clean and renewable energy, and the importance of energy-efficiency.

Smart Cities Reports

SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Dublin

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.
SmartCitiesWorld City Profile 2024 – City of Madrid

SmartCitiesWorld City Profile 2024 – City of Madrid

Discover how the city of Madrid is innovating to become a smarter, more sustainable city that’s able to deliver improved services to residents and visitors alike.

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

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.

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Special Reports

Here at SmartCitiesWorld, we produce Special Reports on a weekly basis. If you would like to contribute to any special report or opinion pieces please contact our editor Luke Antoniou on lukea@smartcitiesworld.net
City attractiveness as a new measure of urban success
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City attractiveness as a new measure of urban success

Special Reports30 Jan 2026
As cities compete in an increasingly mobile talent economy, Professor José Antonio Ondiviela, director, Citizen-Centric Intelligent Cities Research Institute, Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, explains why urban success factors must now consider how magnetism, liveability and affordability shape where people choose to live and work.

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SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Dublin

SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Dublin

Smart Cities Reports
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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Trend Report 2025: Planning and operating thriving cities – innovation for smarter urban living

Trend Report 2025: 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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OnDemand Panel Discussion (20 Jan): Digital twins and AI as the intelligent operating layer for cities

OnDemand Panel Discussion (20 Jan): Digital twins and AI as the intelligent operating layer for cities

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Join us for insights from real-world case studies on the use of digital twins and AI as the present and future of urban management.

Latest Podcast

Latest Urban Exchange Podcast

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

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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Our editorial newsletter pulls together our latest news items into one email, direct to your inbox. We also feature our latest city interviews, Special Reports and Guest Opinions.
Understanding Microsoft’s approach to AI-powered local government
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Understanding Microsoft’s approach to AI-powered local government

AI and Machine Learning28 Jan 2026
Discover how Microsoft is working to help cities ease pressure on resource and budget with AI, from helping to reshape government processes to helping transform resident experiences.
Leading data infrastructure is helping power better lives in Sunderland
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Leading data infrastructure is helping power better lives in Sunderland

AI and Machine Learning22 Jan 2026
Sunderland is redefining the notion of a data-driven city through its sophisticated data platform, explain the leaders of the city’s 20-year public-private joint venture.
Beyond illumination: the new ROI of streetlighting for modern cities
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Beyond illumination: the new ROI of streetlighting for modern cities

Special Reports09 Jan 2026
Chris Lucero, director of design and technology at The Connective, explains how the evolution of smart streetlighting can provide previously unseen ROI for multiple city departments.
How Ukraine developed its AI assistant – and claimed a world record
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How Ukraine developed its AI assistant – and claimed a world record

Special Reports18 Dec 2025
The Diia.AI app represents a new way for governments to interact with communities and aims to bring fast, intuitive public services even closer to people.
How Europe’s cities can lead the climate transition
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How Europe’s cities can lead the climate transition

Special Reports05 Dec 2025
Policymakers and city leaders must act to unlock vital sources of private capital and cities must engage investors at a much earlier stage, says Delphine Queniart of Bankers Without Boundaries.
Manchester’s digital journey: from strategy to action
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Manchester’s digital journey: from strategy to action

Inclusivity20 Nov 2025
Discover how Manchester is turning its digital ambitions into action through a people-centred approach that blends social purpose with technical innovation.
How San José is setting an AI benchmark for other cities
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How San José is setting an AI benchmark for other cities

Special Reports12 Nov 2025
Mayor Matt Mahan explains how the city is responsibly deploying AI and leading the discussion on how cities can use it to improve civic engagement, public safety, transportation, and service delivery.
Sunderland: the building of a smart, inclusive and sustainable city
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Sunderland: the building of a smart, inclusive and sustainable city

Special Reports30 Oct 2025
Sunderland City Council chief executive Patrick Melia explains why smart transformation doesn’t have to be driven by scale or budget – it’s about clarity of vision, strong partnerships and community trust.
Seattle’s responsible AI plan: what cities should know
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Seattle’s responsible AI plan: what cities should know

AI and Machine Learning25 Sep 2025
Discover how Seattle’s new AI plan sets a new standard for responsible, equitable, and innovative use of artificial intelligence in city government.
Australia's national climate risk assessment – what does it mean for cities?
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Australia's national climate risk assessment – what does it mean for cities?

Climate action15 Sep 2025
The Australian government’s long-anticipated climate risk assessment has arrived, but what’s the outlook and what does it mean for city governments and communities?
How competition shapes the future of urban innovation
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How competition shapes the future of urban innovation

Special Reports05 Sep 2025
Jennifer Sanders of North Texas Innovation Alliance (NTXIA) explains how the second Smart Cities Global Startup Challenge at SCEWC is levelling up in 2025.

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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.

Sidewalk Labs shuts down Toronto smart city project

Google affiliate blames coronavirus and economic uncertainty for closing controversial and delayed smart city project

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.

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.

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