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The Ultimate Guide to Smart Cities

A curated Asian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Smart Cities.

What to know about Smart Cities

Smart Cities are transforming urban living by integrating technology and data-driven solutions to improve transportation, safety, sustainability, and overall quality of life. This field encompasses a wide range of innovations such as IoT networks, intelligent lighting, data platforms, and AI-driven analytics that work together to make cities more efficient and responsive to the needs of their residents.

Exploring the stories tagged with 'Smart Cities' reveals the dynamic collaborations between technology firms, governments, and communities aiming to develop connected, secure, and sustainable urban environments. From advancements in transport technology and smart utilities to the deployment of digital twins and AI-enhanced public safety systems, readers can gain insight into the challenges and opportunities of modern urban development across various regions.

Whether interested in the technological infrastructure like 5G, IoT devices, or data centers, or the social implications such as citizen trust, privacy, and inclusion, the smart cities topic offers a comprehensive look at how innovation is reshaping our urban future. Delve into the collection to understand the trends, initiatives, and expertise driving smarter, more resilient cities worldwide.

Asian Smart Cities News

Regional stories with direct local relevance

Analyst Insights

Research and market analysis connected to Smart Cities

Expert Columns

Interviews

Interviews and video coverage from the network

Recent Smart Cities News

Nvidia says major robotaxi programmes use its stack
Semiconductors

Nvidia says major robotaxi programmes use its stack

The chipmaker's technology is now embedded across robotaxi development, underscoring its role in a market Nvidia says could hit USD $400 billion by 2035.

Last week

Vection Technologies posts record FY26 profit on AI growth
Software-as-a-Service

Vection Technologies posts record FY26 profit on AI growth

The shift to enterprise AI has lifted Vection to its first full-year operating cash flow and a stronger pipeline worth more than AUD $10.6 million.

Last week

HID launches Signo Décor Reader for design-led spaces
Bluetooth

HID launches Signo Décor Reader for design-led spaces

Architects and building operators get a flush-mounted reader that keeps access control discreet while supporting cards, mobiles and remote updates.

Last week

Forrester warns AI growth will strain energy & water
IT Industry

Forrester warns AI growth will strain energy & water

By 2027, AI expansion is set to drive up power and water costs, while forcing tougher rules on data centre building and funding.

Last week

Singapore safety show launches smart cities initiative
Big Data

Singapore safety show launches smart cities initiative

The programme targets buyers seeking integrated urban systems as Asia's cities race to link safety, data and emergency response.

This month

Australia could become Asia-Pacific AI infrastructure hub
Investment

Australia could become Asia-Pacific AI infrastructure hub

Grid constraints could determine whether Australia wins a share of the region's fast-growing AI data centre investment, the paper says.

Last month

AtkinsRéalis, Arup win Hong Kong Northern Metropolis deal
Education, Learning & Training

AtkinsRéalis, Arup win Hong Kong Northern Metropolis deal

The deal extends AtkinsRéalis and Arup's role in one of Hong Kong's largest urban expansion schemes, covering housing and transport works.

Last month

NVIDIA expands open world models for physical AI development
Robotics

NVIDIA expands open world models for physical AI development

Open models matter because robots and vehicles need task-specific tuning, and Nvidia is betting on Cosmos 3 to fill that data gap.

Last month

NEC & UrbanChain test parking charges when drivers leave
Contactless payments

NEC & UrbanChain test parking charges when drivers leave

Drivers could avoid being billed while circling for spaces as the month-long trial in Fukuoka Prefecture links charges to exiting the car.

Last month

Iveda completes EU AI Act readiness for video analytics
Data Protection

Iveda completes EU AI Act readiness for video analytics

The readiness push could help the Arizona-based group win European customers as regulators scrutinise video analytics more closely under the EU AI Act.

Last month

SoftTech marks 30 years in digital building systems
Software-as-a-Service

SoftTech marks 30 years in digital building systems

Its software has cut building approval times by up to 70% as authorities seek faster, more transparent planning processes.

Last month

Parking price rises fail to cut demand, study finds
Data Analytics

Parking price rises fail to cut demand, study finds

Cities need more accurate curb data after researchers found parking rates often rose without denting vehicle volumes in 60 US cities.

Fri, 24th Jul 2026

NVIDIA unveils AI tools for media, robotics & design
Robotics

NVIDIA unveils AI tools for media, robotics & design

Newsrooms, designers and robotics teams are set to gain new AI tools as NVIDIA expands detection, agent and edge software at SIGGRAPH.

Wed, 22nd Jul 2026

Eluviant launches Aurora Flow AI for video surveillance
Data Protection

Eluviant launches Aurora Flow AI for video surveillance

The new model is aimed at helping security teams spot complex threats in live CCTV footage, even in isolated networks without internet access.

Thu, 16th Jul 2026

Transatel joins 5GAA in push for connected mobility
Network Infrastructure

Transatel joins 5GAA in push for connected mobility

Connected cars are becoming core infrastructure for updates and safety, and Transatel's 5GAA entry puts it into standards talks shaping that shift.

Wed, 15th Jul 2026

Singapore to host airport expo amid USD $240 billion boom
Sustainability

Singapore to host airport expo amid USD $240 billion boom

Airport operators in Asia and the Middle East face pressure to add capacity and modernise as traffic is forecast to surge over the decade.

Thu, 9th Jul 2026

NCS expands Sunshine.AI with sector deals & hiring
Robotics

NCS expands Sunshine.AI with sector deals & hiring

Clients across Asia Pacific will get new AI agents, tools and sector partnerships as NCS doubles down on sovereign deployments and hiring.

Thu, 9th Jul 2026

Southeast Asia real estate shaped by structural forces
Sustainability

Southeast Asia real estate shaped by structural forces

Investors are being pushed towards corridors, logistics hubs and digital assets as governments and supply chains reshape demand across the region.

Tue, 7th Jul 2026

Westcon-Comstor expands Ericsson private 5G in APAC
Network Infrastructure

Westcon-Comstor expands Ericsson private 5G in APAC

Channel partners across Asia-Pacific will gain wider access to private 5G as Ericsson broadens distribution through Westcon-Comstor.

Tue, 7th Jul 2026

NVIDIA backs Verkada as AI security tie-up expands
Schools

NVIDIA backs Verkada as AI security tie-up expands

The investment could speed up AI search and incident review for schools, factories and retailers using Verkada's cloud security platform.

Fri, 3rd Jul 2026

Job Moves