The concept of the “smart city” has moved from futuristic fantasy to tangible reality, largely fueled by two interconnected technological advancements: 5G networking and the Internet of Things (IoT).

City councils were excluded, based on the assumption that private company-like structures could deliver better results. Shimla was not included in the initial list of smart cities. However ...

As a string of wildfires hit Los Angeles County, social media users spread claims that authorities purposefully set the blazes to encourage the development of so-called "smart cities." While America's ...

Muscat, Oman’s capital, where the Smart City project is planned. Credit: Mostafameraji / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0 Muscat, Oman’s capital, is famous for its low-rise buildings and long history.

There are flashy smart home tools headed to store shelves this year, but those might not be the products that make the biggest splash in 2025. David lives in Brooklyn where he's spent more than a ...

A significant note in this composition sounded during the Jamaica Smart City Forum in September 2023. This pivotal gathering, orchestrated by the Jamaica Public Service (JPS) and the Tuatara Group ...