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How IoT can enable sustainable choices in citiesSponsored by Thinkz

Moshe Gazit from Thinkz explains how IoT data in the hands of citizens can promote more sustainable choices, and introduces a new clean air routing tool that will be free-to-use in cities following its launch into Europe.

How air quality and weather data help cities boost resilienceSponsored by Vaisala

Cities around the world are trying to improve air quality, which in turn can help to mitigate the impacts of climate change. Sue Weekes explains the vital role played by compact air quality sensors and how using them in tandem with weather stations and other smart city devices can maximise their value.

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Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 7 - Part 2: Monica Barone, CEO, City of Sydney

Preview: In part two of our conversation with Monica Barone, CEO of the City of Sydney, we discover the changing nature of city relationships with citizens, how that can shape resilience and climate action, and lead to more equitable and inclusive communities.

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 7 - Part 1: Monica Barone, CEO, City of Sydney

Preview: The part one of the latest episode of the Urban Exchange sees Monica Barone, CEO of the City of Sydney, in conversation with Jeff Risom to understand how the nature of resilience is changing, and how Monica and the city are adapting.

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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.

How digitalisation is enabling a smarter and safer oil and gas camp managementSponsored by Huawei

Li Yangming, Chief Representative, Oil & Gas Industry of Global Energy Business Unit, Huawei EBG, explains how new digital technologies are boosting efficiency, safety and productivity in oil and gas camps.

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Nokia to lead European lighthouse project on 6G sustainability

4G and 5G06 Nov 2024

European lighthouse project will evaluate and explore sustainable 6G technologies, methods and use cases touching on environmental, economic and societal needs.

Alliance powers ‘Internet of Forests’ to protect rainforests

Internet of Things06 Nov 2024

The multidimensional solution, composed of hybrid edge-cloud computing and communications products, will be deployed in a protected conservation area of Colombia.

Strategic partnership to accelerate smart city progress in UAE

News06 Nov 2024

Partnership with the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority will combine InfraX’s infrastructure expertise with Tuya’s smart home technologies.

How AI can help to transform the water industry

Water05 Nov 2024

Sanjay Neogi, managing director of energy and utilities for Sand Technologies, explains how advanced technologies like AI and digital twins can address the critical challenges faced by water companies.

Itron showcases CityEdge portfolio at Smart City Expo

Internet of Things05 Nov 2024

Portfolio focuses on five key areas of smart lighting, traffic and highways, environment and sustainability, public safety and energy, water and utilities.

New partnership to drive multi-state sustainable innovation

AI and Machine Learning30 Oct 2024

Enterprise AI solutions company will work with the US-based smart cities coalition to design and deploy solutions that solve cities’ most pressing challenges.

Enhancing operational efficiency in cities through AI

AI and Machine Learning29 Oct 2024

Wayne Arvidson, global CTO of verticals, computer vision and AI at Dell Technologies, and Charbel Aoun, smart cities and spaces director EMEA at NVIDIA, delve into the possibilities and use cases that are making AI adoption a priority for cities looking to bolster their operations.

How AI and digital twins are becoming critical climate action toolsSponsored article

Digital twins28 Oct 2024

Dr Uwe Jasnoch, director, EMEA Government, Transportation and Defence at Hexagon’s Safety, Infrastructure & Geospatial division, explains how greater geographic intelligence enabled by AI and digital twins can support cities in achieving climate resilience, and how Hexagon has worked to combine these technologies into a service that makes them scalable and accessible for more cities.

AI lidar used to improve airport safety and efficiency

Air Travel24 Oct 2024

Indoor Lab transitions to 4D lidar with planned deployments at JFK airport’s Terminal One, along with mass transit and smart infrastructure integrations.

Lyt launches signal pre-emption tech for first responders

AI and Machine Learning22 Oct 2024

Traffic engineers and first responders alike benefit from the ability to view detailed traffic timing and pre-emption history at any connected intersection.

Digital Dubai collaborates with Microsoft for technical innovation

AI and Machine Learning18 Oct 2024

The agreement emphasises Microsoft’s commitment to launching an initiative aimed at developing AI skills to support Digital Dubai’s efforts in this area.

ST Engineering to provide smart city platform for Lusail City

AI and Machine Learning14 Oct 2024

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.

Tech firms team to expand smart parking and kerb solutions

Congestion11 Oct 2024

Comcast Smart Solutions collaborates with Umojo and eleven-x to help cities and municipalities deliver enhanced parking and kerb management technologies.

What is ‘Smart City’ and why do we need them?

News10 Oct 2024

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.

UK Met Office launches climate service for local authorities

Climate action10 Oct 2024

Met Office worked with Esri UK to enable local authorities to visualise climate challenges, explore projections and communicate a specific climate story.

2024 QBE AcceliCITY Resilience Challenge finalists revealed

Resilience08 Oct 2024

The challenge, one of the largest initiatives of its kind, streamlines the path to innovation by reimagining implementation cycles for smart city solutions.

The age of artificial intelligence for utilities is here

AI and Machine Learning08 Oct 2024

Itron’s 2024 Resourcefulness Insight Report reveals 86 per cent of utilities identify AI and machine learning as crucial for addressing operational challenges.

Digital Dubai to launch data and AI platform

AI and Machine Learning04 Oct 2024

The unified platform is a gateway to Dubai’s official data and statistics, enabling government and private entities to host and exchange data seamlessly.

Climate risk analysis platform launched at Climate Week NYC

Climate action25 Sep 2024

The platform can be used for a range of applications, including infrastructure risk assessments, operational risk assessments and adaptation planning.

Smart city partnership announced in Abu Dhabi

AI and Machine Learning23 Sep 2024

Verses and Analog are combining their technologies and expertise to optimise the operation of taxi fleets in the emirate and reduce congestion and emissions.

Applications invited for AcceliGOV no-cost smart city pilots

Resilience18 Sep 2024

The projects address pressing urban challenges and span solutions focused on weather unpredictability, waste, wastewater, parking and cybersecurity.

Video surveillance-as-a-service spend to reach $89bn in 2025

Citizen security18 Sep 2024

Juniper Research warns that video analytics vendors must build VSaaS models to include high levels of end-to-end encryption for storage and data transmission.

Brownsville partners with NTT to build a smart city with private 5G

4G and 5G13 Sep 2024

Real-time data, predictive analytics and AI will support Brownsville’s public services, safety, sustainability, and growth.

How data, evidence and collaboration power innovation in Phoenix

Analytics11 Sep 2024

Michael Hammett, director of the Office of Innovation in the City of Phoenix, explains how the strategic use of data and evidence, along with a series of hackathons, is helping the city overcome every day challenges.

Austin Energy deploys AI-driven early wildfire detection

AI and Machine Learning05 Sep 2024

Once a fire is identified, the system automatically alerts Austin Energy and local fire departments, providing precise location data and real-time imagery.

How open source tech can build a more sustainable future

Open data04 Sep 2024

The FIWARE Global Summit will unite innovators to share knowledge and use cases deployed for smart cities, energy, mobility and other emerging sectors.

How smart cities are using artificial intelligence

Editor's Blog16 Aug 2024

This week we showcase three examples that demonstrate the transformative role AI is playing in cities to improve daily life and long-term strategies.

Milton Keynes to host artificial intelligence festival

AI and Machine Learning12 Aug 2024

Key focus of the festival is to highlight the ongoing work to boost the city’s position as a smart city and leader in the technology and innovation ecosystem.

Crown Estate uses Esri GIS to develop plans for UK seabed

Planning and redevelopment07 Aug 2024

The spatial planning system was developed by the Crown Estate’s marine and digital teams and includes data from more than 250 sources across 10 sectors.

Manchester ranks most AI-ready city outside London in the UK

AI and Machine Learning06 Aug 2024

SAS AI Cities Index is based on seven criteria, including AI-related jobs, number of AI companies, search demand for generative AI and education opportunities.

Axis Communications opens experience centre in Phoenix

Economic Development05 Aug 2024

Featuring a range of surveillance solutions as well as demo spaces, Axis reckons the facility will allow it to build stronger bonds with partners and customers.

Which countries are poised to embrace opportunities of AI?

AI and Machine Learning30 Jul 2024

The BSI International AI Maturity Model and Trust in AI report uses a global analysis to assess seven sectors against how ready to adopt AI tools they are.

OnDemand Global Local Executive Panel: From Smart Cities to Sustainable Futures – AI and Local Governance

Webinars08 Jul 2024

$10m provided for better risk communication during weather emergencies

Climate action05 Jul 2024

Funds will allow NOAA to better understand how the public uses communication products and reacts to emergency announcements during floods and other weather events.

Barcelona to pilot automated bus lane technology

AI and Machine Learning04 Jul 2024

The mobile perception platform from Hayden AI detects parking and moving violations in bus stops and bus lanes that slow down and obstruct public transport.

How to develop a smarter city at the scale that’s right for youSponsored by Huawei

Economic Development28 Jun 2024

These three cities found a tech partner that helped them navigate their challenges, on time and at scale.

Bloomberg welcomes 23 mayors to the City Data Alliance

News27 Jun 2024

The mayors will receive operational support and technical assistance to build leading data and artificial intelligence practices and infrastructure in their city halls.

10 emerging techs set to make a positive impact on world

News26 Jun 2024

Listed technologies focus on applications in infrastructure and sustainability, health, communication, and additionally an AI-powered scientific discovery.

How satellite data can help cities battle climate changeSponsored article

Climate action26 Jun 2024

Francesco Amato of Latitudo 40 explains how cities can harness the power of satellite imagery analysis and AI to provide meaningful geospatial insights.

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