From Seoul’s pioneering smart city launch in 2014 to today’s globally connected urban ecosystems, the evolution of smart cities reflects a steady layering of technology onto traditional infrastructure ...

A research team has developed a quantitative policy evaluation framework for assessing how cities can attract startups while maintaining high living standards. In this study, the team evaluated the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dianne Plummer is an Energy Consultant and Certified Energy Manager. Since 2011, the Smart City Expo World Congress has stood as ...

In an era where digital transformation is reshaping industries, the convergence of smart cities and e-health is redefining urban living. Smart cities are no longer just about optimizing transportation ...

Municipalities are increasingly incorporating smart city strategies into their development plans. But such projects don’t always include adequate cybersecurity safeguards against their complex, ...

In 2026, smart cities are moving beyond technology pilots to deliver measurable improvements in mobility, energy, and public services, with sovereign data spaces enabling cross-agency collaboration.

When the personal computer revolution started, it was inevitable that the new, clunky technology being created would some day find its way outside the home. As electronic devices shrunk in size, their ...