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  • [New] Over 60% of cities globally are adopting AI technologies for at least one aspect of urban life, with AI investments in smart city projects expected to increase. Aeologic Blog
  • [New] Smart City applications are projected to grow at the fastest CAGR of 19.96% from 2024 to 2032, as investments in urban digital infrastructure and innovation initiatives proliferate across global cities.
  • [New] Strategically located in Phase 1 of Oman's first smart city, Socio by The Lux Collective introduces a vibrant lifestyle destination that combines luxury design, community-driven experiences, and long-term investment potential. Oman Observer
  • [New] Blaize plans to announce a new vertical AI solution platform in Q3 2025, designed to simplify and accelerate deployment for smart city, defence, and infrastructure customers-extending its edge AI leadership into packaged, turnkey systems. ADVFN
  • [New] The focus on connectivity and sustainability will transform Dubai into a smart city where urban life is seamlessly integrated with technology, sustainability, and community-building. Travel And Tour World
  • Cities like San Francisco, Austin, and Denver are working on smart city projects that focus on technology, sustainability, and improving public services. Citiesabc the digital Magna Carta social impact platfor
  • Leoch Battery will bring its full demand-side battery ESS product suites, developed to support global smart city & infrastructure on their sustainable & reliable energy needs, with superior fire safety compliance to all major IEC, CE and UL standards across the system components. The Manila Times
  • Governments will deploy spatial intelligence in traffic management, public safety, and infrastructure monitoring, driving smart city initiatives worldwide. Credence Research Inc.
  • In a major boost to Nigeria's real estate and smart infrastructure sector, Metrospeed Property Development Limited has signed a landmark partnership with Chevron Employees Multipurpose Cooperative Society to fast-track the development of the highly anticipated Metro Smart City project in Lagos. Businessday NG
  • By 2025, telecom providers are expected to invest heavily in edge infrastructure to reduce latency and support real-time applications like autonomous vehicles and smart grids. Telecom Infrastructure
  • AI will continue to shape the future of India, from smart cities to digital governance and beyond. The Sunday Guardian Live
  • Saudi Arabia: Under Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia is focusing on spatial computing technologies to enhance infrastructure development and entertainment, incorporating AR into the NEOM smart city project. Market Data Forecast
  • The MoU will promote new UK-South Korean business partnerships across third markets in the fields of sustainable transport, healthcare infrastructure, smart cities and urban development, clean energy, water and waste management, and sustainable infrastructure and related technologies. GOV.UK
  • The value of digital twin-supported solutions in smart cities will reach USD 5.2 billion (€4.8 billion) by the end of 2028. Coolest Gadgets
  • Global investments in smart mobility solutions, including electric vehicles (EVs) and autonomous transport, are expected to reach USD 3 trillion by 2040, reshaping urban mobility and reducing congestion. illuminem
  • In reality, the Chinese government may select smart city pilots according to factors including city size, development potential, infrastructure, and information technology level, which is not random and may lead to estimation bias. Nature
  • From smart homes to smart cities, expect spatial interfaces to replace traditional screens - unlocking a world where digital and physical coexist seamlessly. GLOBARNOLD
  • As we move toward the future, longevity will become a central focus of urban design, especially in Smart Homes and Cities 2.0. DKV
  • Iveda Solutions, Inc. has been focused on the Philippines for six years and management has set a new target of $3 million in revenue from smart city projects in the Philippines by the end of fiscal 2026. Yahoo Finance
  • Edge-native PaaS offerings will cater to use cases in autonomous vehicles, smart cities, and industrial IoT, where infrastructure must be managed close to data sources. Platform Executive
  • Expanding networks, integrating smart technology, and prioritizing sustainability will be key to ensuring that metro systems remain the backbone of India's cities. APAC Media
  • Expansion in Emerging Smart Cities: Rapid development of smart cities in North America presents significant opportunities for the implementation of intelligent traffic systems as part of broader urban modernization efforts. MarkWide Research
  • Global spending on smart city initiatives is forecasted to exceed USD 440 billion in 2025, with a significant portion of funds directed toward smart mobility, energy, and public safety. illuminem

Last updated: 07 July 2025



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