Global Scans · Smart cities · Weekly Summary

• [New] Featuring cutting-edge technologies such as AI, IoT, 5G, Big Data, and Green Energy, Smart City Asia 2026 is a dynamic platform for collaboration, ideation, and the implementation of smart solutions that will define the future of urban living. Eventbrite
• [New] The UK smart cities market is expected to witness significant growth in the coming years, driven by a strong shift toward digitally integrated governance and citizen-centric urban services. Persistence Market Research
• [New] South Korea will demonstrate its tech prowess under an initiative that will see it utilize artificial intelligence - based smart city technologies to support six metropolises in Southeast Asia in tackling urban problems that have been plaguing administrations for decades. Coingeek
• [New] Fastest Growing Region: Asia Pacific is the fastest-growing regional BMS market, driven by China's green building mandates under the 14th Five-Year Plan, India's Smart Cities Mission, and rapid commercial construction activity across ASEAN nations through 2033. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Integration with Multimodal Mobility and Smart City Plans Air taxi services are increasingly being envisioned as components of broader multimodal urban mobility plans integrated with metro, bus, rail, and micro-mobility networks in Taiwan. Mobility Foresights
• [New] As smart cities evolve toward their 2030 roadmaps, AI Vision will stop being a novelty and become a utility - just like electricity or the internet. smartends.com
• [New] With a strong commitment to innovation and a focus on citizen engagement, Singapore's smart city initiatives will continue to evolve, shaping the future of urban living. K.Briz
• [New] In Brunei, MOLIT, with support from local authorities in the oil-rich country, will leverage AI in developing a smart city integrated platform to help with water management and disaster response. Coingeek
• Singapore and China have signed a memorandum of understanding for a new smart city twinning initiative that also opens several opportunities for communications industries to collaborate in various sectors including intelligent transport, smart education and smart environment management. ITS International
• Digital and Smart City Alignment: The global smart city agenda and rapid expansion of urban charging infrastructure are expected to enhance long-term growth opportunities for electric vehicle manufacturers across all vehicle segments. openpr
• Integration with Multimodal Mobility and Smart City Plans Air taxi services are increasingly being envisioned as components of broader multimodal urban mobility plans integrated with metro, bus, rail, and micro-mobility networks in UK. Mobility Foresights
• As the UAE moves toward building a smart city and a diverse, knowledge-based economy, sectors such as healthcare, finance, logistics, and sustainability are seeing many opportunities to leverage AI. Business Setup Services in UAE | Stratrich Consulting
• The UAE leads adoption of medical drones through advanced healthcare systems and smart city initiatives, while Saudi Arabia is expanding usage as part of its Vision 2030 healthcare transformation programs. Precedence Research
• The UAE and Saudi Arabia are leading digital transformation; Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 includes a $20 billion investment in AI and big data for smart cities and healthcare. Market Data Forecast
• Gulf Cooperation Council countries are expected to accelerate the adoption of IoT driven by smart city projects, 5G connectivity, and a strong focus on operating stores with fewer resources. Precedence Research
• The Asia Pacific region is expected to experience the fastest CAGR of 25.67% during the forecast period, driven by factors such as rapid urbanization, increased investment in electric aircraft, and the rise of smart cities. GlobeNewswire
• Smart city initiatives and the digitization of industries (e.g., automobile and manufacturing), which are occurring globally, will increase the activities associated with deploying IoT solutions for areas such as traffic control, energy consumption, public safety, and public utility. MarketGenics
• Residents of Gaza's proposed smart cities will pass through biometric checkpoints assessing security clearance before granting zone access. Technocracy News
• Dubai's next phase of smart city evolution will be defined by autonomy and interoperability. WDCS Technology
• On a broader scale, global connected devices are estimated to reach 39 billion by 2030, with smart cities representing a significant share of adoption. WDCS Technology

Last updated: 04 May 2026