Global Scans · Smart Cities · Weekly Summary

• [New] Between 2026 and 2030, PropTech will be reshaped by seven forces: agentic AI for property operations, blockchain and tokenization of real estate, smart building IoT, digital twins, SaaS property platforms, construction technology, and ESG sustainability tracking. Acquaint Softtech
• [New] Singapore's Land Transport Authority (LTA) and Intelligent Transportation Society Singapore implemented the Smart Mobility 2030 plan, integrating AI and IoT to optimize traffic flow. Persistence Market Research
• [New] Buyers now expect air conditioners to integrate fully with mobile apps, voice assistants, smart home ecosystems, and Building Management Systems (BMS). Kanion Co
• [New] Projects like smart cities & Atal Mission for Rejuvenation & Urban Transformation is expected to lead a surge in the demand for cement. Shaping Tomorrow
• [New] Developers in the GCC are becoming increasingly interested in adopting the information and communication technology (ICT) infrastructure and master planning that will aid the development of modern smart cities. eyeofriyadh.com
• [New] In the Middle East, stakeholders are paying significant attention to the growing smart city industry and it is expected that new city sub-developments will incorporate elements of smart infrastructure. eyeofriyadh.com
• [New] Asian smart city startups will generate $50 billion in global revenue by 2026. Outsource Accelerator
• [New] Countries capable of combining: renewable energy, nuclear power, smart grids, AI-based optimization systems, energy storage, semiconductor infrastructure and advanced cooling technologies will gain a decisive advantage in the emerging global order. Global Panorama
• [New] Countries capable of integrating renewable energy, artificial intelligence, smart grids and advanced digital infrastructure will shape the future balance of global power. Global Panorama
• [New] The future of Europe's energy system will depend on the ability to accelerate the planning and implementation of smart grid investments, make more efficient use of existing infrastructure and further strengthen cooperation among Member States, regulators, system operators and technology partners. European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency
• [New] India, Southeast Asia, and Middle Eastern smart cities are expected to create high-growth opportunities over the next decade. DataM Intelligence
• [New] Companies that establish early commercial presence in Level 4 urban corridors, particularly in geo-fenced smart city zones, will secure structural competitive advantages as regulatory frameworks mature globally. Persistence Market Research
• [New] The Middle East and Africa region is expected to grow at a notable CAGR in the foreseeable future, due to increased government digital transformation initiatives, smart city programs, and the increasing investments in AI infrastructures. Precedence Research
• As AI-driven journey planning, unified ticketing systems, shared electric fleets, and smart city projects continue to expand, MaaS is emerging as a cost-effective and sustainable alternative to traditional transportation models, creating significant growth opportunities through 2035. Precedence Research
• By 2026, immersive systems will no longer be confined to gaming or entertainment, they will become essential tools across industries such as tourism, retail, education, healthcare, and smart cities. Narsun Studios
• 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
• Growth opportunities are helped by government measures under the Digital Transformation Strategy by Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), and continued investment in smart city modernization. Dimension Market Research
• China is anticipated to record 15.5% CAGR as smart city security and domestic UAV manufacturing expand. FactMr
• As urban populations increase globally, smart city innovation is expected to remain one of the strongest IoT startup opportunities for years to come. Differ

Last updated: 06 July 2026