Global Scans · Smart cities · Weekly Summary

• [New] With an estimated economic growth of 7.5% in 2024-25 and 9.5% in 2025-26, J & K can redesign its urban landscape through initiatives such as the Srinagar Smart City Mission and metro projects in Jammu and Srinagar. Brighter Kashmir
• [New] Urbanization and Smart City Initiatives: By 2030, 68% of the global population will reside in urban areas, intensifying pressure on cities to adopt data-driven solutions. Ainvest
• [New] Smart cities in Nigeria could offer tourists seamless connectivity through digital platforms, real-time traffic updates, and even personalized tours based on individual interests. Travel And Tour World
• [New] Latin America and the Middle East & Africa are showing significant potential, driven by smart city initiatives and digital transformation efforts. ReAnIn
• [New] Genesys works with ministries, smart cities, urban local bodies, and digital service providers to collaborate in scaling India's verified address infrastructure, bridging every location to opportunity and inclusion. The Times Of India
• [New] The Dubai Vision 2040 is important because it places Dubai at the global forefront of livability, sustainability, and smart city innovation to counter anticipated future challenges. DarGlobal
• [New] The surging urbanization, along with the investments in smart city initiatives, has bolstered opportunities in APAC. Research Nester
• [New] By 2032, more than 60% of smart city software solutions are expected to use AI capabilities for data interpretation and decision-making. openpr
• The economic value of smart city technologies is projected to reach $2.5 trillion by 2025, creating powerful incentives for rapid deployment while potentially overlooking governance and privacy considerations. QodeQuay |
• Smart cities generated more than US$ 750 billion globally in 2023, and are expected to surpass US$ 1 trillion by 2026. TI INSIDE Online
• Vodafone UK took a pragmatic approach in the early years, claiming that heavily connected smart cities could leverage IoT across heating, cooling, and lighting systems to monitor energy use and identify efficiencies to save £580 million of public money. Android Authority
• The Rise of AI-Driven Societies Imagine a world where self-driving cars, AI-powered doctors, and fully automated smart cities are the norm. Futurism
• Strategic investments, inclusive infrastructure development, and policy innovations will determine which regions lead in the global smart cities race. openpr
• Outcome-based contracts will represent 60% of new smart city deals by 2028, with technology providers guaranteeing specific performance metrics such as energy savings, traffic flow improvements, or citizen satisfaction scores. Quick Market Pitch
• With smart city initiatives attracting considerable investments in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, the opportunities for IoT and AI integration have intensified. Research Nester
• Gulf Cooperation Council nations-led by the UAE and Saudi Arabia - are deploying robust cyber defence frameworks as part of Vision 2030 and smart city initiatives. Emergen Research
• Thailand leads with the most ambitious smart city project globally, announcing the Eastern Economic Corridor Bangkok 2 smart city with a THB 1.34 trillion investment spanning 2025-2030. Quick Market Pitch
• 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
• As micro-mobility continues to gain traction, electric scooter apps powered by green technology will play a pivotal role in reducing urban carbon footprints and creating more livable cities worldwide. Blogger
• From supply chains and smart cities to healthcare and autonomous vehicles, Blockchain IoT Applications will drive digital transformation in 2025. Nadcab Labs | Web3 Development Services | Blockchain De
• Infrastructure - Smart cities continue to develop into industries that will be vital for the world of tomorrow, such as artificial intelligence and quantum technology. Predict
• Cities achieve an average ROI of 3-4% on smart city investments, with smart city projects projected to save cities $277 billion by 2025 primarily through emissions and congestion reductions. Quick Market Pitch

Last updated: 18 August 2025