The Ultimate Guide to Smart Cities
A curated American 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.
American Smart Cities News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
CSP sees demand for integrated building technology rise
Owners are bringing security, networking and AV planning forward as repeat work lifts 27%, with CSP on track for 125 projects this year.
Iveda adds contactless sleep sensor to senior care kit
The contactless sensor aims to spot overnight health changes in older adults before daytime symptoms become visible, aiding care teams.
ITS America conference in Detroit sets attendance record
More than 3,000 delegates came to Detroit as the four-day event showcased connected transport technology and city streets used for live demonstrations.
Hinds County launches first countywide camera safety network
Dispatchers in Hinds County can now see live images from pre-approved cameras during emergencies, in a first countywide US rollout.
ITS America unveils Detroit 2026 transport conference
More than 3,000 transport leaders will gather in Detroit next year as the programme expands to cover cybersecurity, AI and autonomous shuttles.
Detroit expo adds startup zone for transport innovators
Nearly 70 first-time exhibitors will join the Detroit event, giving transport buyers a wider look at AI, cybersecurity and connected systems.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Smart Cities
NTT DATA named market shaper in Gartner physical AI
Nvidia launches vision AI agent blueprints for industry
Conflow wins Frost & Sullivan award for AI streetlights
AI agents and enterprise transformation: Turning hype into measurable value in 2026
Cybersecurity as a Service market to hit USD $83.96bn
Expert Columns
Security teams are collecting more video than ever, but most of it still goes unused
From 'Too Bold' to 'Catalyst': How one CRO builds the next generation of women leaders
Why diverse voices are essential in the Edge AI revolution
The world needs more women in tech - and there's no time to wait
Face recognition for women in half niqabs: Common challenges and practical fixes
From hype to reality: The three forces defining security in 2026
Flexibility and interoperability are critical for next-generation advanced metering infrastructure
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Recent Smart Cities News
DroneShield to guard Kansas City airspace for World Cup
The multi-agency system will give police continuous visibility over low-altitude airspace as drone activity rises around World Cup venues and transport hubs.
Boston's largest multifamily EV charging site completed
Residents at a Hyde Park apartment complex will gain at-home charging after a 64-port installation claimed Boston's biggest multifamily EV site.
ITS America adds cyber zone to Detroit transport expo
The new section will put cyber risk and data security alongside connected-vehicle tech as transport operators face rising safety concerns.
ITS America expo in Detroit to showcase cyber security
Road agencies face rising threats as a Detroit expo adds a new Cybersecurity & Data Zone for connected transport systems.
VIOOH adds Orange Barrel Media & IKE screens to platform
Advertisers gain access to 2,281 US digital out-of-home screens as VIOOH expands its programmatic reach across 27 cities.
SwRI backs youth AI transport contest at Detroit summit
Southwest Research Institute backs Detroit essay contest inviting young innovators to reimagine US transport with artificial intelligence.
Detroit to host ITS America 2026 intelligent transport expo
Detroit will host the four-day ITS America 2026 Conference & Expo, spotlighting intelligent transport, AI and real-world tech deployments.
From 'Too Bold' to 'Catalyst': How one CRO builds the next generation of women leaders
Miovision's revenue chief turns “too bold” into a blueprint for mentoring women and reshaping leadership in mobility technology.
SwRI backs ITS America youth drive on AI transport
SwRI backs ITS America's Future Leaders scheme in Detroit, funding low-cost access and AI essay contests on transport's next generation.
Aurigo forecasts AI-driven strains on US infrastructure
Aurigo warns surging AI demand will strain US grids, water and permits by 2026, forcing agencies to adopt real-time, data-led planning.
Edged gains approval for second waterless AI data centre
Edged wins Irving approval for a second 24 MW waterless AI data centre, promising high-density capacity without extra strain on water use.
Vail adopts agentic AI to boost safety, efficiency & sustainability
The Town of Vail adopts HPE's agentic AI to enhance public safety, efficiency and sustainability, running on a renewable energy-powered data centre.
Hyphastructure unveils edge cloud for real-time AI at the edge
Hyphastructure launches the first distributed edge cloud with Intel Gaudi 3, offering AI inference latency under 10ms for real-time applications at the physical edge.
WBA launches AFC platform for 6 GHz wi-Fi deployment
Wireless Broadband Alliance Services launches WBA Services AFC, enabling standard power Wi-Fi in the 6 GHz band across the US via a cloud-based coordination platform.
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.
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.
AHOY teams with Will Be Live for North America push
The tie-up aims to speed adoption of AHOY's physical AI tools across transport, utilities and government customers in North America.
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.
Transatel, Docomo & Zscaler launch IoT security service
Enterprises linking thousands of low-power devices across borders can now secure them without VPNs or on-device agents in Japan.
Small Cell Forum crowns 2026 Mobile Network Awards
Public safety, enterprise mobility and neutral host deployments were among the winners as the forum highlighted live commercial use of small-cell technology.